Moldova vs Ukraine driving rules
Compare the main cross-border differences before driving between Moldova and Ukraine.
| Rule | Moldova | Ukraine |
|---|---|---|
| Built-up areas | 50 km/h | 50 km/h |
| Outside built-up areas | 90 km/h | 90 km/h |
| Motorways / expressways | 110 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Standard drivers | 0.3 mg/ml | 0.2 mg/ml |
| Novice drivers | Not stated in the standardized source | Not stated in the standardized source |
| Professional drivers | Not stated in the standardized source | Not stated in the standardized source |
| Daytime lights | Seasonal requirement for passenger cars; motorcycles all year | Mandatory outside built-up areas |
| Winter tyres / equipment | Mandatory in winter road conditions | Not required by national rules |
| Mandatory equipment | first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle, reflective vest | first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle |
| Low-emission zones | Check the current national or local official source | Check the current national or local official source |
| Fines and enforcement | Check the current national or local official source | Check the current national or local official source |
| Emergency number | 112 | 112 |
Moldova
Typical passenger-car speed limits: 110 km/h applies on roads marked with the express-road sign; 30 km/h near schools, hospitals and parks since 2024; drivers with under 1 year of experience max 70 km/h.
Blood alcohol limits: Contraventional liability from 0.3 g/l in blood (0.15 mg/l breath); criminal liability above 0.7 g/l.
Daytime lights: Cars without factory daytime running lights must use dipped beams 1 November – 31 March; motorcycles, novice drivers and several other categories all year.
Winter tyres / equipment: M+S tyres are required whenever snow or ice is on the carriageway; studded tyres are prohibited on clear roads.
Ukraine
Typical passenger-car speed limits: 130 km/h on motorways, 110 km/h on divided roads, 90 km/h on other roads; drivers with under 2 years of experience max 70 km/h.
Daytime lights: Outside built-up areas daytime running lights or dipped beams must be on year-round.
Winter tyres / equipment: No national winter-tyre obligation; minimum tread depth for passenger cars is 1.6 mm.
This is a planning summary, not legal advice. Road signs and current national rules take priority. Always check the linked official source before departure.