How Much Bank Balance for a Moldova Sponsor Visa?

In short: whether a Nepali passport holder needs a sponsor visa for Moldova — and exactly which documents — depends on your travel purpose and the latest Moldova rules. The relevant class is Type C -- Business e-Visa (stay 30 to 90 days within 6 months). This guide covers the requirement, the document checklist, costs, and the step-by-step process, with the official portal linked below.

Moldova Sponsor visa: key facts for Nepali applicants

Visa class	Type C -- Business e-Visa
Stay	30 to 90 days within 6 months.
Validity	Single, double, or multiple-entry.
Entries	Single or Multiple.
Processing time	3-15 working days.
Visa fee	EUR 40 / 60 / 80 urgent.
Official portal	https://evisa.gov.md -- Moldovan official e-Visa portal (PRIMARY channel for Nepali tourist + short-business applicants -- open since 2018) -- https://www.mfa.gov.md/en -- Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration visa-policy hub -- https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/mda/visa-type -- VFS Global Moldova India (alternate intake for Type C + Type D) -- https://india.mfa.gov.md -- Embassy of Moldova New Delhi -- https://www.bma.gov.md -- Bureau for Migration and Asylum (in-country residence permits)
Where to apply	evisa.gov.md (PRIMARY for Type B + Type C) + VFS Global Moldova New Delhi (Type C + Type D) + Embassy New Delhi (Type A + Type D) — D-2/22, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, India

Facts verified against the official source; confirm before you apply — visa rules change. Last checked 2026-07-12.

Documents you will usually need

Passport, photo, online application
Invitation letter from Moldovan company (host details, IDNO tax ID, State Registration Chamber registration, purpose, duration)
Cover letter from Nepali employer / company
Conference / event registration (where applicable) (if applicable)
Confirmed return ticket
Hotel booking
Travel insurance (recommended) (if applicable)
ANY ONE income bundle -- Business / Salary / Pension / Rental — For business travellers, the Business bundle below is the most relevant.
Proof of onward/return travel (a flight reservation) and accommodation (a hotel booking) where required.

Step-by-step: how to apply from Nepal

Confirm the visa type and current requirements on the official portal (https://evisa.gov.md -- Moldovan official e-Visa portal (PRIMARY channel for Nepali tourist + short-business applicants -- open since 2018) -- https://www.mfa.gov.md/en -- Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration visa-policy hub -- https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/mda/visa-type -- VFS Global Moldova India (alternate intake for Type C + Type D) -- https://india.mfa.gov.md -- Embassy of Moldova New Delhi -- https://www.bma.gov.md -- Bureau for Migration and Asylum (in-country residence permits)).
Gather and scan your documents; book your appointment at evisa.gov.md (PRIMARY for Type B + Type C) + VFS Global Moldova New Delhi (Type C + Type D) + Embassy New Delhi (Type A + Type D) or start the online form.
Prepare proof of onward travel and accommodation — many applicants use Yatra's verifiable reservations rather than buying non-refundable bookings before approval.
Pay the visa fee, submit (and give biometrics if required), then track your application.

Typical costs & processing time

Processing for a Moldova sponsor visa typically takes 3-15 working days. The visa fee is EUR 40 / 60 / 80 urgent.. Budget separately for supporting documents: a Yatra dummy flight ticket is NPR 999, a hotel reservation NPR 499, or the full bundle from NPR 1499.

Common reasons applications get delayed

Weak or inconsistent proof of funds.
No credible proof of onward travel or accommodation.
Photos or forms that don't meet the embassy spec.
An itinerary that doesn't match the stated purpose or dates.

Frequently asked questions