Moldova delays VAT on car imports until EU accession
The implementation of VAT taxation on imported cars into the Republic of Moldova will be delayed. This announcement was made by PAS deputy Radu Marian on Telegram. It is proposed that this tax regime will come into effect when the country joins the European Union.
The new tax regime was set to take effect on January 1, 2026, according to the cited source.
“The decision to switch to a VAT taxation regime for motor vehicles was approved two years ago to align our practices with EU taxation standards and to provide greater simplicity and predictability for individuals and businesses,” the source states.
A key requirement for completing the transition to this new tax regime was the establishment of an information system. This system would serve as a transparent and impartial tool for estimating car values prior to customs clearance, aiming to minimize the risks of abuse and errors.
“Although significant progress has been made in the technical preparations for this transition, there are still concerns regarding the valuation of vehicles. Therefore, the decision has been made to postpone the implementation of VAT taxation,” the statement from MP Radu Marian explains.
The necessary legislative amendments to retain the current tax regime will be adopted as soon as possible.
