Economic Overview
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Moldova Economy 2016, CIA World Factbook
http://www.theodora.com/wfbcurrent/moldova/moldova_economy.html
Despite recent progress, Moldova remains one of the poorest countries in Europe. With a moderate climate and good farmland, Moldova’s economy relies heavily on its agriculture sector, featuring fruits, vegetables, wine, and tobacco.
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Economic and Political Overview of Moldova
http://www.suddefrance-developpement.com/en/country-profiles/moldova/economic-and-political-outline.html
Moldova’s economic performance has been relatively strong over the past few years, but repeatedly hindered by the unfavourable global situation or by poor climatic conditions.
Industry Trends & Business Climate
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EBRD delegation discusses business climate in Moldova
http://www.ebrd.com/news/2016/ebrd-delegation-discusses-business-climate-in-moldova-.html
“Moldova has so much potential. It can benefit from foreign investments that bring growth, jobs and know-how…” A quote from an EBRD representative
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Moldova | U.S. Agency for International Development
https://www.usaid.gov/where-we-work/europe-and-eurasia/moldova
USAID is partnering with the public and private sectors in Moldova to achieve broad-based economic growth, reduce poverty and strengthen the market economy.
Establishing a Presence
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BASIC FORMS OF DOING BUSINESS IN MOLDOVA
http://welcome-moldova.com/articles/doing-business-moldova.shtml
A brief description of the various business types available in Moldova
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Starting a Business in Moldova: How to Register
http://www.hg.org/article.asp?id=23739
New company formation and registration information from a law firm in Moldovia
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Starting a Business in Moldova
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/moldova/starting-a-business
This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Moldova.
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Starting a Business in Moldova: How to Register
http://www.hg.org/article.asp?id=23739
New company formation and registration information from a law firm in Moldovia
Taxes
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Moldova Personal Income Tax Rate Forecast 2016-2020
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/moldova/personal-income-tax-rate/forecast
Personal Income Tax Rate in Moldova is expected to be 18.00 percent by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. In the long-term, the Moldova Personal Income Tax Rate is projected to trend around 18.00 percent in 2020, according to our econometric models.
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Moldova Sales Tax Rate | VAT | 2014-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/moldova/sales-tax-rate
The Sales Tax Rate in Moldova stands at 20 percent.
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Moldova Sales Tax Rate | VAT Forecast 2016-2020
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/moldova/sales-tax-rate/forecast
In the long-term, the Moldova Sales Tax Rate | VAT is projected to trend around 20.00 percent in 2020, according to our econometric models.
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Moldova Corporate Tax Rate 2004-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/moldova/corporate-tax-rate
The Corporate Tax Rate in Moldova stands at 12 percent. Corporate Tax Rate in Moldova averaged 9.67 percent from 2004 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 20 percent in 2004 and a record low of 0 percent in 2008. Corporate Tax Rate in Moldova is reported by the State tax Service.
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Moldova Corporate – Taxes
http://taxsummaries.pwc.com/uk/taxsummaries/wwts.nsf/ID/Moldova-Corporate-Taxes-on-corporate-income
The CIT rate is 12%. If the Moldovan Tax Authority (MTA), applying indirect methods, re-assesses the income amount compared to the declared gross income, a 15% CIT rate may be applied to the excess amount.
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Moldova Personal Income Tax Rate | 2006-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/moldova/personal-income-tax-rate
The Personal Income Tax Rate in Moldova stands at 18 percent. Personal Income Tax Rate in Moldova averaged 18.40 percent from 2006 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 20 percent in 2007 and a record low of 18 percent in 2008. Personal Income Tax Rate in Moldova is reported by the State tax Service.
Visas
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Moldova Visa
https://moldova.visahq.com/
Comprehensive Information on Moldova Visa Requirements
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Visas to Moldova – mfa.gov.md
http://www.mfa.gov.md/entry-visas-moldova/
Complete visa information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Infrastructure
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Moldova Transportation – Taxi, Train, Bus & Airport Tips
https://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Europe/Moldova/Transportation-Moldova-TG-C-1.html
52 tips on getting to and getting around Moldova from real travelers and locals.
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Travel Moldova – Moldova Travelling and Trip Ideas
http://www.tourism-in-moldova.com/moldova-transportation
This Moldova Transportation guide tells you everything you need to know about getting to, from and around Moldova.
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Moldova Telecom Industry News
http://telecomindustry.einnews.com/country/moldova
Current news feeds on the telecom industry in Moldova
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Telecommunications in Moldova
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telecommunications_in_Moldova
Telecommunications in Moldova are maintained at a relatively high performance level. Because Moldova is a small country, telecommunications companies managed to achieve good coverage in both wired and wireless communications infrastructure.
Employer Obligations
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Legislation Moldova (Lexadin)
http://www.lexadin.nl/wlg/legis/nofr/oeur/lxwemol.htm
See “Labor Law” on this legislation site
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Moldova Employment & Labor Law News Topics
http://employment.einnews.com/category/employment-labor-law/moldova
Specialized News Sections on Moldova Employment & Labor Law
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Legislation Moldova (Lexadin)
http://www.lexadin.nl/wlg/legis/nofr/oeur/lxwemol.htm
See “Labor Law” on this legislation site
Culture/Living
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Moldova | SafeTravel
https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/moldova
From the New Zealand government. There are no significant security issues elsewhere in Moldova but normal safety and securitymeasures should be taken to ensure personal safety.
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Travel Tips: Etiquette and Traditions of Moldova
http://www.logisticsmoldova.com/about/etiquette/
Despite Moldova is a small country it is multinational one with its special traditions, customs and rules of etiquette.
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Climate of Moldova – Tourism in Moldova
http://www.md4ever.com/about/aboutmoldova/climate.html
The climate in Moldova is temperate continental, with hot long summers and short mild winters. Moldova is called “the sunny land” for the near 240 sunny days per year.
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Moldova Weather – AccuWeather.com
http://www.accuweather.com/en/md/moldova-weather
Get the Moldova weather forecast. Access hourly, 10 day and 15 day forecasts along with up to the minute reports and videos
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Moldova travel advice – GOVUK
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/moldova/safety-and-security
Latest travel advice for Moldova including safety and security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health
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Cost of Living in Moldova
http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Moldova
Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Moldova. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.
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Prices in Moldova, Cost of living in Moldova
http://www.mytravelcost.com/Moldova/
When it comes to traveling Moldova is one of the cheapest destinations worldwide. It holds prices that are most similar to those in Indonesia and Cambodia.
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Moldova – Culture, Customs & Etiquette
http://guide.culturecrossing.net/basics_business_student.php?id=136
Guide to travel, doing business, and studying in Moldova – culture, greetings, gestures,etiquette, taboos, negotiations, gift-giving, and more.
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Moldova Public Holidays 2016 and 2017
This iste provides the complete list of Moldova’s public holidays for 2016 and 2017
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The World Factbook — Central Intelligence Agency
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/md.html
See “People and Society” on this site
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Demographics of Moldova – Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demographics_of_Moldova
This site provides the demographic features of the population of Moldova, including distribution, ethnicity, languages, religious affiliation and other statistical data.
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International Schools in Moldova
http://www.expat-quotes.com/guides/moldova/education/international-schools-in-moldova.htm
This site provides a list of the most popular international and bilingual schools for expats in Moldova with fee information. The list includes nursery schools, primary and secondary (high) schools
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Holidays and observances in Moldova in 2016
http://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/moldova/
Overview of holidays and many observances in Moldova during the year 2016
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EDUCATION SYSTEM IN MOLDOVA
http://www.euroeducation.net/prof/moldovco.htm
An explanation of the levels of education in Moldova
Trade
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Customs: Regulations, Export-Import
https://moldova.visahq.com/customs/
Moldova Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border.
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CUSTOMS REGULATIONS AND INFORMATION FOR IMPORTS
http://www.iamovers.org/files/newimages/member/shippers/moldova.pdf
Information on the import of personal goods to Moldova
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Moldova – Trade – European Commission
http://ec.europa.eu/trade/policy/countries-and-regions/countries/moldova/
Information on Moldova/EU trade
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WTO | Moldova – Member information
https://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/countries_e/moldova_e.htm
This site provides key information on the Republic of Moldova’s participation in the WTO. The Republic of Moldova has been a member of WTO since 26 July 2001.
Housing and Rentals
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Moldova Corporate Housing and Extended Stay Hotels
http://moldova.biz-stay.com/
Search the Furnished Short Term Housing & Extended Stay Hotel directory
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Moldova Hotels – TripAdvisor
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g294455-Moldova-Hotels.html
Find 2,622 traveler reviews, candid photos, and prices for 54hotels in Moldova.
Travel
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Moldova Travel Guide – VirtualTourist
https://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Europe/Moldova/TravelGuide-Moldova.html
656 real travel reviews, tips, and photos from real travelers and locals in Moldova at VirtualTourist.
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Moldova Travel Guide and Travel Information
http://www.worldtravelguide.net/moldova
Expert Moldova travel guide including detailed information about everything you need to know about Moldova.