Border Crossings Romania Moldova
The Republic of Moldova borders Romania to the west and is otherwise completely surrounded by Ukraine. The border between Romania and Moldova is approximately 600 kilometers long and runs along the Prut River.
Border Controls
The Republic of Moldova does not belong to the EU or the Schengen Area, which is why passport and customs controls take place at the border. German nationals can enter with a passport, temporary passport, identity card, or children's passport, but not with a temporary identity card. The document must remain valid for at least three months beyond the date of departure. A Green Insurance Card is required for the vehicle. The German Foreign Office advises against travel to Transnistria.
The German Foreign Office describes the situation in the border regions with Ukraine as volatile. Please check the current travel and safety advisories before your trip.
Important Border Crossings
Below we would like to present the most important border crossings between Romania and the Republic of Moldova (Moldova).
Albița - Leușeni: This border crossing is located on the European route E581 and represents an important transport hub for goods and passenger traffic. However, due to its significance, traffic jams often occur here, as this bridge also provides direct access to the capital of Moldova.
Sculeni - Sculeni: This border crossing is located on the E58 and also plays a crucial role in goods and passenger traffic. The E58 is also used as a direct connection between Vienna through Slovakia, via Ukraine, Romania, and Moldova, all the way to Russia. Through this border crossing, in addition to the capital of the Republic of Moldova, you can reach the largest city, Bălți.
Stânca - Costești: This border crossing connects the town of Stânca (Romania) with the town of Costești (Moldova) via a dam (river barrage).
Ungheni - Ungheni: A railway connection runs through this significant border crossing, enabling a link between the Moldovan capital Chișinău and the Romanian railway network. The line runs over the Eiffel Bridge (Podul Eiffel), providing good access to the Romanian university town.
Oancea - Cahul: This border crossing connects the city of Cahul (Moldova) with Oancea (Romania) via the main road R34. Cahul is known as the third-largest city in the Republic of Moldova and is located in the southwest.
Rădăuți-Prut - Lipcanii: This border crossing provides a connection between Lipcani (a town in Moldova) and Rădăuți-Prut (in northern Romania). Although this border crossing has relatively little traffic, it is still important due to the Drum Public National M5, which serves as a feeder route into Ukrainian territory. Due to the war, however, there is currently little passenger or freight traffic at this location.
Giurgiulești - Galați: This small border crossing connects Giurgiulești (Moldova) and Galați (Romania) and holds special significance, as it represents the only access point for the Republic of Moldova to the Danube and is also a border location with Ukraine.
Romania
The following section gives you an overview of whether you need a vignette and whether there are certain toll-liable sections of road.
Romania: Vignette Requirement (or not?)
In Romania there is an electronic vignette called "Rovinieta", which you need for the Romanian national road network. It is important to know that trailers (combinations) do not require their own vignette, and motorhomes must have a car vignette regardless of their weight. It is standard practice for the electronic vignette that the vehicle data and the validity period of the vignette are recorded in a database, so the consumer only receives a receipt for the amount paid, which should be kept. The price depends on the vehicle category and, from October 1, 2026, also on the Euro emissions class, with electric cars paying the lowest rate. You can find more information about the digital vignette here. Order your digital vignette conveniently and easily from home with us.
Distance-Based Toll
For cars and motorhomes (regardless of weight), there is no distance-based toll in Romania; you only need the vignette (Rovinieta). The distance-based toll TollRo applies, from October 1, 2026, only to freight vehicles over 3.5 t. At the Calafat-Vidin Danube bridge, an additional special toll applies.
Danube Crossing: Bridge Toll (Special Toll)
A special toll applies at the Calafat-Vidin Danube bridge. The bridge toll at the Romanian Danube bridges Fetești-Cernavodă and Giurgeni-Vadu Oii, as well as at Giurgiu-Ruse in the direction of Bulgaria, will no longer apply from October 1, 2026. For ferries, you pay the usual ferry fare. This is not a toll.
Moldova
The following section gives you an overview of whether you need a vignette and whether there are certain toll-liable sections of road.
Moldova: Vignette Requirement (or not?)
In Moldova, there is a vignette requirement that applies to all roads. Motorcycles are exempt, as they do not require a vignette.
Distance-Based Toll
There is no distance-based toll in Moldova; however, you must purchase a vignette to use the roads.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Romania-Moldova Border Crossing
All the important answers about border crossings and tolls between Romania and Moldova.
Do I need to expect checks when crossing the border between Romania and Moldova?
Yes, since Moldova is not part of the EU, passport and customs checks take place at the border, for which a visa may also be required depending on your country of origin.
Which border crossings between Romania and Moldova are the most important?
Do I need a vignette for Moldova like in Romania?
