πŸ‡²πŸ‡© Chinese Car Import Certifications β€” Moldova 2026

Certification planning information for importing Chinese-made vehicles into Moldova. Confirm the exact trim and current requirements before shipment.

Region
Ex-Soviet
Steering
LHD
Max Age
10y
Emission
Not specified

Required certifications for Moldova

OTTS (Russia)

β€” Vehicle Type Approval
Issuer
Rosstandart accredited bodies
Cost
$200–400
Validity
per model line
Apply at
origin
  • β€’ Required for new-vehicle registration in Russia
  • β€’ Most major Chinese OEMs maintain OTTS for top sellers

EAEU Conformity

β€” Eurasian Economic Union Conformity
Issuer
EAEU member state accredited bodies
Cost
$150–350
Validity
per shipment
Apply at
origin
  • β€’ Covers Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Armenia

Moldova-specific notes from our policy audit

  • β€’ Engine/body ≀10yr
  • β€’ Personal VAT 0% (legislation postponed until EU accession)
  • β€’ Excise = fuel Γ— displacement Γ— age (2.0L/2yr β‰ˆ 37,800 MDL β‰ˆ €1,938)
  • β€’ EV excise 100% waiver

2026 policy change for Moldova

New customs law 2024; DCFTA 0% to EU; EU candidate 2024

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This page consolidates publicly available certification information for Moldova. Specific HS codes, vehicle trims, and shipping routes may have different requirements. Always confirm with a licensed customs broker before placing orders.

Last updated: 2026-05-27 Β· Author: Dayong Fan (θŒƒε€§ε‹‡), Founder of AutoGlobalAI.