Moldova Business Registration Guide 2026

Overview — Business Registration in Moldova

The Public Services Agency (ASP) is the central authority for company registration in Moldova. The registration process is fully digital through the ASP portal. The Companies Law governs company formation. Moldova has significantly improved its ease of doing business, with online registration, a single window for tax registration, and simplified procedures for small businesses. The country offers a highly competitive tax environment for IT companies through the Moldova IT Park.

Company Types

The main business structures available in Moldova include:

• SRL (Societate cu Răspundere Limitată) — Limited Liability Company, most common structure, minimum 1 founder, no minimum capital requirement, maximum 50 shareholders
• SA (Societate pe Acțiuni) — Joint-Stock Company, minimum capital MDL 20,000, for larger businesses, shares may be publicly traded
• Branch of a foreign company — registered branch of an overseas company, must appoint a local representative
• II (Întreprindere Individuală) — sole proprietorship, simple registration
• IT Park resident — company registered in Moldova IT Park, eligible for 7% single tax regime

Registration Process

The company registration process in Moldova:

• Step 1 — Name reservation — check and reserve company name via ASP portal (free, instant)
• Step 2 — Prepare documents — Articles of Association, founder declarations, registered address proof
• Step 3 — Submit application — submit through ASP online portal with electronic signature
• Step 4 — Registration — ASP registers the company within 1-4 business days
• Step 5 — Tax registration — automatic tax ID (IDNO) issued with incorporation
• Step 6 — VAT registration — register for VAT if annual turnover will exceed MDL 1,200,000

Total cost: approximately MDL 2,000-5,000 including state fees and notary costs. The entire process can be completed online without visiting any government office.

IT Park Registration

Moldova IT Park offers a special tax regime for IT companies. To register:

• Incorporate a company (SRL or SA)
• Apply for IT Park residency through the online portal
• Demonstrate that at least 70% of revenue will come from qualifying IT activities
• Pay the 7% single tax on revenue (replaces CIT, dividend WHT, and local taxes)

The IT Park regime is available to both Moldovan and foreign-owned companies and is highly attractive for software development, IT services, and digital content creation.

FAQs

Can a foreigner register a company in Moldova?

Yes, foreigners may register a company in Moldova. There is no minimum capital requirement and no restrictions on foreign ownership. The process can be completed remotely with a local registered address.

How long does the full registration process take?

Company registration with ASP: 1-4 business days. Tax registration: automatic upon incorporation. VAT registration: 1-3 business days. Total: 1-5 business days.

What are the annual compliance requirements?

Annual financial statements filed with ASP, annual tax return (by 31 March), quarterly VAT returns (if registered), and monthly social contribution reports.

Disclaimer

This guide provides general information about business registration in Moldova for 2026. Laws, fees, and procedures may change. Always consult with a qualified Moldovan corporate lawyer or the Public Services Agency for advice specific to your situation. InvestmentKit does not provide legal advice.