OFFICIAL WARNING: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel to the region(s) specified below. (IDW5)
You are advised against all travel to the northeastern Transnistria region. The security situation is unstable and unpredictable, and the region is not under government control. There are frequent checkpoints.
OFFICIAL REGISTRATION RECOMMENDATION: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada offers a registration service for Canadians travelling or residing abroad. Canadians who choose to travel to the region(s) specified despite this warning should register with the responsible Canadian government office in this country. Registration can be done on-line or by calling the responsible Canadian government office abroad to request a registration form. Canadians visiting other areas of the country for three months or more should also register. Canadians visiting for less than three months are strongly advised to: (a) leave a detailed travel itinerary and contact information with family or friends in Canada; (b) provide family with the emergency number for Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (1 800 267-6788 or 613-944-6788); and (c) keep the phone number of the responsible Canadian government office on hand (see Section 7 below).
The penalty for possession, use, or trafficking of illegal drugs may result in lengthy jail sentences and heavy fines.
Always carry identity documents with you as police are entitled to request them at any time.
Homosexual activity is legal but is not widely accepted in Moldovan society.
Photography of military installations or government buildings may result in a penalty. Travellers should seek permission from local authorities before taking photographs.
Romania - BUCHAREST, Embassy of Canada Address: 1-3 Tuberozelor Street, 011411 Bucharest, Sector 1, Romania Postal Address: P.O. Box 270, Post Office No. 2, Bucharest, Romania Tel.: 40 (21) 307-5000 Fax: 40 (21) 307-5010 E-mail:bucst@international.gc.ca Internet:http://www.bucharest.gc.ca
For emergency assistance after hours, call the Embassy of Canada in Bucharest and follow the instructions. You may also make a collect call to the Department in Ottawa at 613-996-8885.
A valid Canadian passport is required for Canadians intending to visit Moldova. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry into the country. Canadians must also be in possession of a visa. Tourist visas can now be issued upon arrival for stays of up to three months to Canadians holding a passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry. Canadians can obtain a single-entry visa at the Chisinau airport and at some major road crossings with Romania. However, you are strongly advised to obtain a visa from the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova prior to leaving Canada.
A letter of invitation from a private individual or an organization is required to obtain either a six-month or 12-month visa. The invitation letter on behalf of an organization must be authorized by the Department of Migration of the Republic of Moldova before being submitted to the Embassy. Foreigners staying for more than three days must register at a local office of the Department of Information Technologies (country and area codes: 373-2/ tel.: 22-91-23/ e-mail: dti@registru.md). Hotels will usually register their guests automatically. However, registration remains the responsibility of the traveller. Those who fail to do so may be required to appear in court and pay a fine.
Tourist Visa: Required Business Visa: Required Student Visa: Required ________________________________________________________________
Special and diplomatic passport holders should verify visa requirements for this and other countries, as they may differ from those that apply to regular passport holders.
Any adult travelling with children may be required to show evidence of parental/custodial and/or access rights. Foreign and Canadian authorities may also require evidence that the adult has the consent of the parents, legal guardian, and/or the court to travel with the children. Some countries may not permit children to enter or, in some cases, leave the country without proper documentation such as a letter of consent or a court order.
Although same-sex marriages are legal in Canada, many countries do not recognize them. Attempting to enter as a same-sex married couple may result in refusal by local officials. For more information, contact the foreign government office accredited to Canada.
The Public Health Agency of Canada strongly recommends that your travel plans include contacting a travel medicine clinic or physician six to eight weeks before departure. Based on your individual risk assessment, a health care professional can determine your need for immunizations and/or preventive medication and advise you on precautions to avoid disease. Travellers are reminded to ensure that their routine (childhood) immunizations (e.g., tetanus, diphtheria, polio, and measles) are up to date.
Standards of medical care may differ from those in Canada. Treatment may be expensive, and payment in advance may be required. Travellers are advised to arrange for medical insurance prior to departure. Prescription medications should be kept in the original container and packed in carry-on luggage.
The Public Health Agency of Canada also recommends that travellers who become sick or feel unwell on their return to Canada seek a medical assessment with their personal physician. Travellers should inform their physician that they have been travelling or living outside of Canada.
Do not rely on your provincial health plan to cover all expenses if you get sick or are injured while abroad. It may cover nothing or only a portion of the costs. Understand the terms of your supplementary insurance policy. Some credit cards offer their holders health and travel insurance. Do not assume the card alone provides adequate coverage. Carry details of your insurance with you. Also, tell your travel agent, a friend or relative, and/or travelling companion how to contact your insurer. Get a detailed invoice from the doctor or hospital before you return to Canada. Always submit original receipts for any medical services or prescriptions received abroad. Most insurance companies will not accept copies or faxes.
Cancelling a scheduled trip abroad could cost you money. Before cancelling a scheduled trip, you should discuss the matter with your travel agent, your travel insurer, or the airline. The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller.