Security Alert – Worldwide Caution Location: Worldwide Caution Event: Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution. U.S. citizens should: Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists. …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova Location: Downtown Chisinau Event: On Sunday, May 7 at 1:00 PM, a protest is being planned by “Movement for the People” in front of the Parliament on Stefan cel Mare. On Monday, May 8 at 6:00 PM, the “1418 Days and Nights” event, organized by the Communist party, …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (March 16, 2023) Location: Downtown Chisinau Event: A protest is planned for tomorrow, Thursday, March 16 at 11:00 AM in downtown Chisinau, near Parliament. Additional police presence and traffic congestion in the area is expected due to street closures associated with the protest. A section of Ștefan cel …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (March 12, 2023) Location: Downtown Chisinau Event: A protest is planned for Sunday, March 12 at 1:00 PM in downtown Chisinau, near Parliament. Additional police presence and traffic congestion in the area is expected due to street closures associated with the protest. A section of Ștefan cel Mare …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova Location: Downtown Chisinau Event: A protest is planned for Tuesday, February 28 at 12:30 PM in downtown Chisinau, near City Hall. Additional police presence and traffic congestion in the area is expected due to street closures associated with the protest. A section of Ștefan cel Mare Boulevard near …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova Location: Downtown Chisinau Event: A protest is planned for Sunday, February 19 at 1:00 PM in downtown Chisinau, in front of Parliament. Additional police presence and traffic congestion in the area is expected due to street closures associated with the protest. A section of Ștefan cel Mare Boulevard …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova Location: Downtown Chisinau Event: A political protest is planned on Sunday afternoon in downtown Chisinau, similar to the protests of recent weekends, in the vicinity of Parliament Square. Additional police presence and traffic congestion in the area is expected due to street closures associated with the protest. Even …
Read More»Message for U.S. Citizens Considering Travel to Uman, Ukraine for Rosh Hashanah – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (September 13, 2022). The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine suspended consular services in February 2022 following Russia’s full-scale invasion. The State Department recommends U.S. citizens do not travel to Ukraine. U.S. citizens seeking emergency assistance in Ukraine should email KyivACS@state.gov …
Read More»*UPDATE* Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (August 23, 2022) Location: Moldova Event: Bomb threats have been reported at the Chisinau International Airport, Parliament, and various shopping malls throughout Chisinau today, August 23, 2022. Locations have been evacuated and Moldovan police are investigating each location. Please monitor local news sources for updates. Bomb threats have been reported recently …
Read More»*UPDATE* Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (August 17, 2022) Location: Moldova Event: Bomb threats have been reported at the Chisinau International Airport, Chisinau City Hall, and various shopping malls throughout Chisinau today, August 17, 2022. Locations have been evacuated and Moldovan police are investigating each location. Please monitor local news sources for updates. …
Read More»Location: Moldova Event: A bomb threat has been reported at the Chisinau International Airport today, August 4, 2022. The airport has been evacuated and Moldovan police are investigating. Please monitor local news sources for updates. Bomb threats have been reported recently in various locations in Moldova. Moldovan police investigating each of the reported bomb threats were able …
Read More»On July 31, 2022, the United States conducted a precision counterterrorism strike in Afghanistan that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, Osama bin Laden’s deputy and successor as leader of al-Qa’ida. Al- Zawahiri was one of the masterminds of the attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001, and had continued to urge his followers to attack …
Read More»*UPDATE* Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (August 2, 2022) Location: Moldova Event: A bomb threat has been reported at the Chisinau International Airport today, August 2, 2022. The airport has been evacuated and Moldovan police are investigating. Please monitor local news sources for updates. Bomb threats have been reported recently in various locations …
Read More»*UPDATE* Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova Location: Moldova Event: Bomb threats have been reported at the Chisinau International Airport and at the Supreme Court of Justice today, July 29, 2022. Both locations have been evacuated and Moldovan police are investigating. Please monitor local news sources for updates. Bomb threats have been reported recently in various …
Read More»*UPDATE* Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (July 24, 2022) Location: Moldova Event: A bomb threat has been reported at the Chisinau International Airport today. The airport has been evacuated and Moldovan police are investigating. Please monitor local news sources for updates. Bomb threats have been reported recently in various locations in Moldova. Moldovan police investigating each of …
Read More»*UPDATE* Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova Location: Moldova Events: Bomb threats have been reported at the Chisinau International Airport, Parliament, and the Central Market. Moldovan police are investigating each location. Please monitor local news sources for updates. Bomb threats have been reported recently in various locations in Moldova. Moldovan police investigating each of the reported bomb …
Read More»*UPDATE* Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (July 21, 2022) Location: Moldova Events: A bomb threat has been reported at the Chisinau International Airport today as well as other government facilities and shopping centers including the Central Market. Moldovan police are investigating each location. Please monitor local news sources for updates. Bomb threats have been reported recently in various locations …
Read More»Message to U.S. Citizens – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova Location: Republic of Moldova Event: Register to Vote and Submit your Ballot in an Election Year The 2022 U.S. midterm elections will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. It is not too early to register to vote if you plan to vote in the November …
Read More»Message to U.S. Citizens – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (December 30, 2021) Location: Republic of Moldova Subject: Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to enter the United States until …
Read More»Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova Location: Chisinau, Moldova, countrywide Event: On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States. Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken …
Read More»Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova Location: Worldwide Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy. This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us. Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, …
Read More»Message to U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Chisinau Location: Moldova Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your normal validity passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United …
Read More»Moldova Travel Advisory – Level 4: Do Not Travel (April 22, 2021) Do not travel to Moldova due to COVID-19. Exercise increased caution due to unresolved conflict. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for …
Read More»Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (April 2, 2021) Location: The Republic of Moldova Event: Moldova has issued a 60-day State of Emergency effective April 3, 2021. Announcements from the Commission and restrictions under the ongoing State of Public Health Emergency are available on the Government of Moldova website . Effective tonight, there is a …
Read More»Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (March 4, 2021) Location: The Republic of Moldova Event: The U.S. Embassy in Chisinau will provide only emergency ACS services from March 5 to March 19, 2021 due to the worsening COVID situation. If you have questions about American Citizen Services, please visit our website for additional information. You …
Read More»Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (January 20, 2021) Location: Worldwide: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau (December 16, 2020) Location: Chisinau Event: There is an ongoing protest now on December 16, 2020, by farmers with tractors in front of Parliament Building on Stefan cel Mare Boulevard. Earlier today the police used tear gas to disperse the demonstrators, but some demonstrators are still present. Traffic in …
Read More»Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (November 30, 2020) Location: Republic of Moldova Event: The National Public Health Emergency Commission in Moldova has issued a State of Public Health Emergency across the country effective November 30, 2020. Announcements from the Commission and restrictions under the ongoing State of Public Health Emergency are available on …
Read More»Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau (October 30, 2020) Location: Moldova, country-wide Event: Moldovan Presidential Election Moldova’s Presidential election is scheduled for Sunday, November 1. As with all elections, the possibility exists for public rallies or demonstrations during the election, or when the outcome is announced. Please remember that even peaceful public gatherings can be …
Read More»If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait; return your voted ballot right away! The U.S. Embassy can help you mail your postage paid ballot back to the United States. Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available …
Read More»If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee …
Read More»ELECTION DAY IS FAST APPROACHING! Voter registration and ballot request deadlines for the November 2020 are as early as October 5th and run as late as October 28th. You should complete a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) each year to participate in elections as an overseas absentee voter. If you are not sure about the status of your absentee ballot …
Read More»Absentee Voting Week – September 27 – October 4, 2020 Take steps now to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections and participate in Absentee Voting Week! In some states, voter registration and ballot request deadlines are as early as October 5th. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already voted absentee in the past, …
Read More»Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (January 10, 2020) Location: Chisinau Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions The State Department is advising U.S. citizens of heightened security risks worldwide in light of increased tensions in the Middle East. U.S. Embassy Chisinau reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security and …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (February 20, 2019) Location: Chisinau and locations across Moldova Event: National parliamentary elections are scheduled for Sunday, February 24. As in the past, large public demonstrations are likely to occur after the elections. Even peaceful demonstrations can turn dangerous at any time. Large public gatherings can affect …
Read More»Locations: (1) Intersection of Stefan cel Mare Boulevard/Alexander Pushkin Street and (2) Valea Morilor Park. The U.S. Embassy has received several recent reports from American women of harassment and unsolicited, unwanted attention and physical contact during daylight hours from Moldovan males in these two Chisinau locations. Actions to Take: Exercise additional vigilance in places frequented …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy in Chisinau will be closed on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in remembrance of the passing of President George H. W. Bush. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova +373 22 40 8300 Chisinau-CA@state.gov https://md.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/ State Department – Consular Affairs 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 Moldova Country Information Enroll in Safe Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates Follow us on Facebook and Twitter …
Read More»Location: Moldova, countrywide Event: During the holiday season security measures in Moldova remain heightened due to ongoing threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by extremist ideology throughout Europe. Extremists continue to focus on tourist locations such as Christmas holiday markets, shopping malls, airports, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, transportation hubs, and other …
Read More»Location: Ukraine, countrywide, including Odesa and Vinnitsya (north of Moldova) Event: The Ukrainian parliament approved a 30-day period of martial law effective November 28 at 14:00 for the following 10 regions of Ukraine: Vinnitsya, Odesa, Luhansk, Mykolaiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Chernihiv, Kherson, Donetsk, and Zaporizhzhya. The U.S. Embassy is evaluating how this martial law might affect the relevant regions. In the meantime, the U.S. …
Read More»Location: Great National Assembly Square, downtown Chisinau Event: A demonstration is planned for Sunday, October 21. Moldovan authorities report up to 50,000 participants are expected. Many of these participants will travel from outside Chisinau and traffic at the entrances to the city will be highly congested from the early morning. All participants will head toward the …
Read More»Location: Central Chisinau Event: A large demonstration is planned for Sunday, August 26, beginning at 2pm that will likely impede traffic on Boulevard Stefan cel Mare and possibly other streets in the city center. There will also be a heavy police presence in the area during the demonstration. While all recent demonstrations have been peaceful, …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova – July 1, 2018 Location: Chisinau from the Parliament Building on Stefan cel Mare Boulevard to the Democratic Party (PDM) headquarters ( 44/3 Armeneasca St .) and GBS headquarters (1/1 Cantemir St.). Event: A large demonstration is planned to take place on Sunday, July 1, beginning at 1400. The group is protesting the …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (June 25, 2018) Location: Grigore Vieru Boulevard near the Moldovan Supreme Court Event: A demonstration is currently in progress (June 25, 2018, 17:30). The demonstration is in protest of the invalidation of the recent Chisinau mayoral election. The crowd is currently a few hundred protesters but may increase …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova (June 22, 2018) Location: Great National Assembly Square, downtown Chisinau Event: A large demonstration is planned for Sunday, June 24, beginning at 2:00 p.m. The demonstration is in protest of the invalidation of the recent Chisinau mayoral election. Since June 20, other, smaller protests have been occurring in the area around …
Read More»Location: Chisinau City Hall Event: A demonstration is planned for June 20 beginning at 5:30 p.m. Additional protests may occur in the coming days. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the demonstrations. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Monitor local media for updates. Expect traffic delays and road …
Read More»Location: Institute of Microbiology in Telecentru on Academei Street and a shopping center near Stefan cel Mare and Ismail streets. Event: Media report two large structural fires burning in Chisinau. Both locations are active scenes with emergency responders present. Actions to Take: Avoid the area. Monitor local media for updates. Be aware of your surroundings. …
Read More»Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following neighborhoods in Chisinau, Moldova: March 24: Stadiums in Chisinau, including at the Megapolis Mall March 25: The Academy of Sciences Ion Creanga University The high school at Gheorghe Asachi on Puskin St. The Circus Event: On March 24, several soccer matches are scheduled …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Chisinau has received multiple reports of a possible explosion on Mateevici, near the intersection with Armeneasca. American citizens are advised to avoid the area. As always, U.S. citizens experiencing an emergency can reach the Consular Section at any time during regular business hours. For emergencies outside our regular business hours, please call 022-40-8300 to …
Read More»Location: Government building on Stefan cel Mare, Chisinau Event: The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that a demonstration by representatives of the Youth of the Dignity and Truth Platform is scheduled to take place on Thursday, January 25, 2018, at 13:00. Please expect possible traffic delays and road closures around this time. Please remember that …
Read More»As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that a political demonstration is expected to take place in Tiraspol or Bender in the Transnistrian region of Moldova, on Saturday, November 11, at an unknown time. Please remember that even demonstrations and large events intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence. Avoid areas of demonstrations, …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations are scheduled to take place in Chisinau on Sunday, August 27, in front of the Parliament building. Representatives of the Union of Pensioners will gather in the square of the Opera and Ballet Theater “Maria Biesu” at 10:00. They will start the march at Stefan cel Mare Monument, and …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations are scheduled to take place in Chisinau today near the Parliament, Supreme Court, and, possibly, other Moldovan government buildings. Please expect possible traffic delays and road closures around this time. Please remember that even demonstrations and large events intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate …
Read More»Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstrations – May 6-7, 2017 The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that a demonstration may take place in Central Chisinau this weekend (May 6-7). The areas affected may include the Parliament building and surrounding area. Various groups plan to demonstrate. Please expect possible traffic delays and road closures around this …
Read More»Travel Alert United States Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs Washington, DC 20520 For travel information, call 888-407-4747. Internet Address: http://travel.state.gov EUROPE May 1, 2017 The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the continued threat of terrorist attacks throughout Europe. This Travel Alert expires on September 1, 2017. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden, and …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that a demonstration may take place in Central Chisinau on Monday, May 1st starting at 10:00 am. The areas affected may include Stefan cel Mare and Grigore Vieru Boulevards. The groups are planning a traditional May 1st march, with one group starting near the circus and another near the …
Read More»Due to extreme weather conditions, US citizens in Moldova are advised to stay indoors if at all possible until the treacherous walking and driving conditions have cleared. Power lines are down in many areas and heavy branches continue to fall from trees. Routine American Citizen Services are unavailable at the US Embassy in Chisinau today, April …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Chisinau, Moldova Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration – February 3, 2017 The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that a planned protest is scheduled to take place tonight, February 3, at 18:00 in front of the Stefan Cel Mare monument in downtown Chisinau. The group will be demonstrating with the stated purpose of …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that the organization, Youth of Moldova (Tinerii Moldovei), is planning a protest on Friday, December 23, at noon near the National Palace (Palatul Republicii) to coincide with the inauguration ceremony of the new Moldovan President. Demonstrations and large events intended to be peaceful can turn violent at any time. …
Read More»The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals, events, and outdoor markets. This Travel Alert expires on February 20, 2017. Credible information indicates the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL or Da’esh), …
Read More»On Sunday, April 24th beginning at 1200 a protest against the government of Moldova will take place on the Great National Assembly Square. The protest was organized by the platform Da. Our Party. Supporters will also attend. Approximately 50,000 people are expected to participate. Traffic on Stefan cel Mare Blvd may be blocked while the protest …
Read More»Several large protests are taking place in and around central Chisinau, especially near the Parliament building. There have been reports of confrontations between police and protesters. Similar protests may continue in the downtown area; we advise U.S. citizens to avoid these areas. Embassy personnel have been advised to avoid the downtown area and any large …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy in Chisinau reminds U.S. citizens that U.S. and European authorities continue to warn of possible terrorist attacks in Europe, citing repeated threats by terror groups. As we approach the end of 2015, the U.S. Embassy reminds U.S. citizens of our Worldwide Travel Alert that urges travelers to exercise particular caution during the holiday season and …
Read More»Moldovan police have informed U.S. Embassy Chisinau that the Transnistrian Refugee Movement is authorized to protest against bureaucracy and corruption in state institutions from October 4 until December 14. Up to 200 people are authorized to protest at City Hall, Main Square, Parliament, State Residency, Ministry of Interior, Supreme Court of Justice, and the U.S. …
Read More»Due to recent events and continued heightened tensions in Ukraine, the U.S. Embassy reminds U.S. Citizens living in Moldova to practice good personal security habits at all times. As of February 21, 2014, and until further notice, the Embassy has restricted travel to Ukraine by all U.S. government employees and dependents under Chief of Mission …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy in Chisinau informs U.S. citizens of possible protests throughout Chisinau and the country related to the signing of the Moldovan and European Union Association Agreement, which takes place on June 27, 2014. Though none of the protests appear to be specifically anti-American, the Embassy would like to advise U.S. citizens living in …
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