Czech Republic Visa RequirementsFor Moldova passport holders
Moldovan citizens with biometric passports can visit the Czech Republic visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Moldova gained Schengen visa-free access in April 2014. Prague is one of Europe's most beautiful and affordable capital cities, with an extraordinary medieval Old Town and some of the world's finest Bohemian beer culture.
Great news! Moldova passport holders can enter Czech Republic without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa required for Moldovan biometric passport holders visiting the Czech Republic (and all Schengen countries) for up to 90 days in 180 days. Ensure your Moldovan passport has the biometric chip symbol (on the cover) and at least 3 months validity beyond your planned stay. Non-biometric Moldovan passports still require a Schengen visa. The 90-day Schengen allowance applies across all Schengen countries combined. Flights from Chisinau (KIV) connect to Prague (PRG) via Bucharest, Vienna, or Warsaw.
Czech Republic is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid Moldovan biometric passport (chip symbol on cover)
Return or onward flight ticket Recommended
Proof of accommodation Recommended
Evidence of sufficient funds Recommended
Current Travel Situation
Moldova to Czech Republic: What You Need to Know
Moldova gained Schengen visa-free access in April 2014 for holders of biometric passports. The Czech Republic, as a Schengen member, is included in this arrangement. Czech-Moldovan relations are shaped by the shared experience of communist rule; both countries were behind the Iron Curtain until 1989/1991. The Czech Republic is a NATO and EU member, while Moldova is pursuing EU accession (candidate status since June 2022). Prague is a popular destination for Moldovan visitors seeking the cultural and architectural richness of Central Europe at lower costs than Western European capitals.
How to Get There
No direct Chisinau-Prague flights exist. TAROM flies KIV-OTP (Bucharest), then connect to Prague (approximately 3.5 hours total journey). Austrian Airlines connects via Vienna (OTP-VIE-PRG). Polish LOT connects via Warsaw. WizzAir and RyanAir serve various Central European routes. The journey from Chisinau to Prague takes approximately 4-6 hours with one connection.
Money & Banking
The Czech Republic uses the Czech koruna (CZK), not the euro. Prague is one of Europe's most affordable capital cities for Moldovan visitors: budget CZK 2,000-3,500 ($90-160 USD) per day. For Moldovans, Prague's prices are moderate, comparable to or slightly higher than Chisinau for accommodation but with a wider range of cultural attractions. Beer in a local Prague pub costs approximately CZK 50-80 ($2.50-4 USD).
Practical Tips
Prague Castle, the Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock, Charles Bridge, Josefov (Jewish Quarter), and the Wenceslas Square. Prague is a 4-5 hour train ride from Vienna and close to Germany, Austria, and Slovakia, making it ideal for multi-country Central European travel. Train to Bratislava (Slovakia): 4 hours. Train to Vienna: 4 hours. Brno, the Czech Republic's second city (2.5 hours from Prague by train), has a vibrant bar scene and is significantly cheaper than Prague.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Moldovan citizens need a visa for the Czech Republic?
No, holders of Moldovan biometric passports can visit the Czech Republic visa-free for up to 90 days in 180 days (Schengen). Non-biometric Moldovan passports still require a Schengen visa. Check for the chip icon on your passport cover.
How do I fly from Moldova to Prague?
No direct Chisinau-Prague flights exist. Connect via Bucharest (TAROM), Vienna (Austrian Airlines), or Warsaw (LOT). Total journey is approximately 4-6 hours with one connection.
Does Czech Republic use the euro?
No. The Czech Republic uses the Czech koruna (CZK) despite being an EU member. Budget CZK 2,000-3,500 per day ($90-160 USD) for comfortable travel in Prague. Beer is famously cheap -- a pint in a local pub costs approximately CZK 50-80 ($2.50-4 USD).