Opening bank accounts for foreigners

Opening a bank account in Chisinau, Moldova, for Russian citizens with an expired internal passport is generally not possible. A valid internal passport is required for account opening.

It is generally not possible to open a Sberbank card in Transnistria using a Moldovan passport, as Sberbank operations are typically tied to Russian Federation regulations and identification.

In Moldova, financial transactions can be conducted through various banks including MAIB, MICB, Victoriabank, Energbank, Eurocreditbank, Fincombank, Procreditbank, Eximbank, and OTP Bank.

For Ukrainian citizens without a Temporary Protection (TP) status or a Moldovan residence permit (VNZh), opening bank accounts or term deposits in Moldova is generally not possible. Banks typically require proof of legal residency or a specific status like TP for account opening. Even with TP, opening certain types of accounts (e.g., credit card accounts) might be restricted, with options often limited to basic current accounts or those for social benefits.

Opening a bank account in Moldova for Russian citizens is extremely difficult. It typically requires a residence permit (VNZ), a local employment contract, and a rental agreement. Success is highly dependent on specific bank policies and the individual bank officer.

Opening a bank account in Moldova requires a Residence Permit (VNJ). Foreign citizens without a residency status are generally unable to open accounts. MAIB is often noted as a more flexible option for foreigners, especially for spouses of Moldovan citizens, but employment status may be a factor in approval.