Driving rules in Moldova
A practical summary of the main rules that may differ when you cross the border. The values below come from the official source linked on this page — the standardized Your Europe country page or the national law or authority.
Source-backedTypical passenger-car speed limits
- Built-up areas
- 50 km/h
- Outside built-up areas
- 90 km/h
- Motorways / expressways
- 110 km/h
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
- Standard drivers
- 0.3 mg/ml
- Novice drivers
- Not stated in the standardized source
- Professional drivers
- Not stated in the standardized source
Contraventional liability from 0.3 g/l in blood (0.15 mg/l breath); criminal liability above 0.7 g/l.
Lights, winter rules and equipment
- Daytime lights
- Seasonal requirement for passenger cars; motorcycles all year 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
- Mandatory in winter road conditions M+S tyres are required whenever snow or ice is on the carriageway; studded tyres are prohibited on clear roads.
- Mandatory equipment
- first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle, reflective vest
Checks that depend on the route
- Low-emission zones
- No national scheme; check the city you are driving into
- Fines and enforcement
- Outside the EU enforcement rules; national or bilateral law applies
- Emergency number
- 112
Frequently asked questions
What are the speed limits in Moldova?
The cited source lists typical passenger-car limits of 50 km/h in built-up areas, 90 km/h outside built-up areas, and 110 km/h on motorways and expressways. Road signs, the vehicle and local conditions can set a different limit.
What is the drink-drive limit in Moldova?
The cited source lists 0.3 mg/ml for standard drivers. A lower limit can apply to novice and professional drivers; this page shows those values too.
Do I need daytime lights in Moldova?
The cited source lists the daytime-light rule as: Seasonal requirement for passenger cars; motorcycles all year. Check the linked official guidance and road signs before driving.
Are winter tyres required in Moldova?
The cited source lists the winter-tyre or winter-equipment rule as: Mandatory in winter road conditions. Seasonal dates, weather conditions and signed roads can change what is required.
This is a planning summary, not legal advice. Road signs and current national rules take priority. Always check the linked official source before departure.