The customs excise tax on cars will not change from 2026
On October 20, 2025, the government announced that the level of customs excise for automobiles will remain unchanged starting in 2026.
All the information on the page beyond this point is outdated.
Important Aspects for Car Imports in 2026
Starting in 2026, new regulations and taxes will apply to car imports in Moldova. Here’s what you need to know:
Luxury Cars
Additional excise duties apply to vehicles valued over 600,000 MDL.
| From | To | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 700000 lei | 800000 lei | 2% |
| 800001 lei | 900000 lei | 3% |
| 900001 lei | 1000000 lei | 4% |
| 1000001 lei | 1100000 lei | 5% |
| 1100001 lei | 1300000 lei | 6% |
| 1300001 lei | 1500000 lei | 7% |
| 1500001 lei | 1700000 lei | 8% |
| 1700001 lei | 1900000 lei | 9% |
| 1900001 lei | - lei | 10% |
Vintage Vehicles
Vehicles older than 30 years have special excise taxes calculated based on age.
| Age (from) | To | Excise |
|---|---|---|
| 30 years | 39 years | 40000 lei |
| 40 years | 49 years | 30000 lei |
| 50 years | - years | 20000 lei |
Exemptions for People with Disabilities
People with locomotor disabilities can import vehicles without excise tax once every 5 years.
VAT Applicability in 2026
All cars will be subject to 20% VAT on the declared customs value.
Electric and Hybrid Systems
No electric or hybrid vehicles will be exempt.
| Electric System Type | Excise Reduction |
|---|---|
| Micro Hybrid | 0% |
| Hybrid | 0% |
| Plug-in Hybrid | 0% |
| Electric | 0% |
Import Year
Starting in 2026, a new customs regime will apply — no excise, only VAT.
Declared Customs Value
All taxes will be calculated based on the declared value, verified by the authorities.
