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When traveling to Moldova as a spouse of a Moldovan citizen (with your own Russian citizenship), you can state 'visiting relatives' as the purpose of your trip to Russian and Moldovan border control. This is generally accepted, and further questions are unlikely in Moldova.

Entry requirements for Russian citizens to Moldova: entry is generally permitted for family visits to Moldovan citizens. Key supporting documents include copies of the Moldovan host's 'buletin' (identity card) and any expired or current Moldovan documents of the traveler to facilitate border crossing.

Clarify the entry requirements for Russian citizens traveling to Moldova with relatives who are Moldovan citizens. Detail the necessary documentation, such as proof of kinship, host's contact information and address, return tickets, and proof of financial means. Mention the potential benefit of having copies of the relatives' Moldovan ID cards (buletins).

Russian citizens born in the Moldavian SSR (MSSR) are recommended to obtain permanent residency in Moldova via repatriation before June 1, 2026. After this date, PMR passports may cease to be accepted as valid entry documents. Currently, a PMR passport serves as a valid entry document for individuals born there.

If you have a Moldovan passport and are traveling from Moscow to Chisinau, then to Transnistria, your Moldovan passport is sufficient for entry into Moldova. Turkish customs will accept any valid passport with over 120 days validity. For short stays in Transnistria, registration is generally not required for non-Russian citizens, but it's always best to verify current regulations.

Moldovan citizens with a valid international passport can enter Italy and Poland visa-free. While not strictly required, carrying supporting documents such as travel insurance, proof of accommodation, and return tickets is recommended to facilitate smooth border crossing.

Applying for a Schengen visa in Chisinau with Russian citizenship and a Moldovan VNJ (temporary residence permit) means you will be treated as a Russian citizen by the consulate, and no special privileges are typically granted. While the VNJ might grant you the right to apply for a visa in Moldova, it does not change your citizenship status. The visa decision will be based on your overall application and nationality. Some consulates might offer better visa terms (like longer validity or multiple entries) based on your location of application or travel history, but it's not guaranteed and varies significantly by country and consulate.

Investigate current entry regulations for Israeli citizens under the age of 18 traveling to Moldova. Verify claims that entry is prohibited for this age group and determine the required documentation (e.g., invitation letter, proof of kinship, return tickets, financial means) if entry is permitted.

After a successful US B1/B2 visa interview at the Chisinau consulate, the passport with the visa is typically returned within a few days. Status updates and collection information can usually be tracked online or via consular notifications.