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Moldova Will Impose VAT and Excise Taxes on Imports of Certain Goods into Transnistria

Moldova Will Impose VAT and Excise Taxes on Imports of Certain Goods into Transnistria

Moldova is preparing a phased change to the tax regime for a number of goods imported into Transnistria: in the first phase, the new rules will apply to a limited list of products, and the list will then be expanded. The authorities hope to gradually level the playing field for businesses and reduce existing exemptions; however, the details of the reform and its implications for the market will only become clear once the full text of the draft is available.

13 August 2026 · 13:42

The Ministry of Energy may revise the schedule for inspecting electronic electricity meters

The Ministry of Energy may revise the schedule for inspecting electronic electricity meters

The Energy Ministry is weighing changes to the inspection timetable for electronic electricity meters as part of a broader effort to modernize regulations and curb costs in the power sector. The proposal, discussed with regulators and other agencies, could ease expenses for network operators and potentially feed through to lower charges for consumers, but the final impact will depend on the outcome of the review.

12 August 2026 · 09:41

In Moldova, starting in 2027, preferential VAT rates on gas and electricity will be subject to caps

In Moldova, starting in 2027, preferential VAT rates on gas and electricity will be subject to caps

Moldova is preparing changes to the tax regime for energy resources: the plan is to maintain the preferential VAT rate on gas and electricity starting in 2027, but only within established consumption limits. The draft also provides for separate rules for certain types of fuel and utility services, and consumption exceeding the established limits will be taxed at the standard rate.

7 August 2026 · 16:54

Moldova will impose a 20% VAT on gas and electricity for volumes exceeding certain limits

Moldova will impose a 20% VAT on gas and electricity for volumes exceeding certain limits

Moldova is preparing to change the tax regime for gas and electricity consumption: preferential rates will remain in effect only within established limits, and standard VAT will apply to consumption exceeding those limits. The new rules are not scheduled to take effect immediately, and the authorities have already identified which categories of consumers are likely to be less affected by the reform.

6 August 2026 · 15:05

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