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Dual Citizenship and Transnistria Ties: how it works in md — first-hand

Short answer
Travelers between Moldova and Russia should expect potential selective screening, including interviews about their visit and phone checks. Carry all relevant documentation, such as marriage certificates, expired Moldovan documents, or a copy of a buletin, and explicitly state your purpose of entry.

From real experience

When traveling between Moldova and Russia, expect potential selective screening for Russian citizens and dual citizens.
Be prepared for interviews concerning your visit's purpose, duration, employment, and education. Phone checks may occur. Dual citizens, especially recent Russian passport holders or those with visible affiliations (e.g., Wagner PMC tattoos), might face heightened scrutiny. Stating the purpose of entry as 'document processing' rather than tourism is advisable. Carry marriage certificates, any expired Moldovan documents, and a copy of your Moldovan internal passport (buletin). Note: From June 1, 2027, Moldovan citizens residing in Transnistria without a VNJ may face entry challenges into Moldova, subject to general immigration rules.
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When entering Moldova from Russia with a Russian international passport and a Transnistrian (PMR) insert, be prepared for a border interview.
While you may not need to present the PMR documents, be ready to explain your purpose of visit and provide accommodation details. Having any existing PMR documentation, even if expired, might be useful.
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A Russian citizen with Russian passports (internal and foreign) and former Transnistrian citizenship is seeking information about potential issues entering Chisinau.
Their spouse also holds only Russian citizenship. The parents of the spouse in Tiraspol also hold Russian citizenship. Concerns exist about potential entry problems for the spouse at the Chisinau border.
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Clarify current entry requirements and potential issues for individuals holding both Russian Federation and PNR (Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic) documents when entering Moldova.
Advise on the likelihood of admission based on previous successful entries and potential variability depending on border control personnel.
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Document the experience of a dual citizen (Russian and Moldovan) entering Moldova using their Russian passport.
Detail the questions asked by Russian border control, the process of presenting both passports, and the entry procedure upon arrival in Chisinau.
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Related topics

• Obtaining Moldovan Citizenship • Entry Requirements for Russian Citizens 🛂 Moldovan Identity Documents • Border Crossing Rules for Russians • Border Interaction Guide • Civil Registry Services

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