Securing business licenses in Moldova is a mandatory step for many industries, including finance, agriculture, energy, gambling, and recycling. Whether you’re launching a startup or expanding an existing venture, understanding which licenses apply and how to obtain them will save you time, reduce risks, and ensure legal compliance from day one.
This guide explains the types of business licenses in Moldova, who issues them, the digital application process, and how incorpore can manage everything on your behalf—making your market entry faster and smoother.
Table of Contents
- Who Issues Business Licenses in Moldova?
- Types of Licenses and Authorizations
- How to Apply for a License or Authorization
- Industries We Support with Licensing
- Case Study: Remittance License from the National Bank of Moldova
- Why Work with incorpore for Business Licensing in Moldova?
Who Issues Business Licenses in Moldova?
Depending on your sector, business licenses in Moldova are issued by different authorities:
- Ministry of Economic Development – retail, trade, industry
- Public Services Agency (ASP) – general authorizations
- National Bank of Moldova (BNM) – finance, e-money, remittance
- National Commission for Financial Markets – insurance, securities
- National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) – food, agriculture, veterinary
- Ministry of Health – clinics, pharma, diagnostics
- National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE) – gas, electricity, fuels
Types of Business Licenses and Authorizations
There are three main categories of licenses and regulatory approvals in Moldova:
- Licenses: Required for regulated activities like banking, telecom, gambling, or security services
- Authorizations: Needed for health-impacting or public services like transport, pharma, or construction
- Certificates: Certify technical or regulatory compliance for customs, quality, or standards
How to Apply for Business Licenses in Moldova
Moldova uses a centralized digital system for permits called SIA GEAP. Here’s the typical process:
- Incorporate your business: Open an LLC or other entity via ASP or through incorpore
- Choose the correct authority: Submit your file to the regulator relevant to your activity
- Prepare supporting documents: KYC, share capital proof, certifications, technical plans
- Submit via SIA GEAP: Complete digital submission and monitor review status
- License is issued: Most licenses are issued within 10 working days if compliant
incorpore can manage the application process from start to finish, including notarization, translations, and coordination with local institutions.
Industries We Support with Business Licensing in Moldova
We help both startups and international firms secure licenses across key sectors:
- Precious metals & pawnshops
- Alcohol & tobacco
- Scrap metal & battery recycling
- Explosives, weapons & ammunition
- Duty-free shops & customs brokers
- Cybersecurity & encryption tools
- iGaming & online casino licensing
- Educational exchange & visa mediation
- Private medical & pharmaceutical services
- Payment services & remittance providers
- Insurance brokers & capital market entities
- Energy companies (fuel/electricity)
- Broadcasting, telecom & OTT platforms
Case Study: Business License from the National Bank of Moldova
Our client applied for a money transfer license. Here’s how we helped:
- Established a Moldovan LLC with 350,000 MDL capital
- Prepared a full application to the BNM, including:
- Founding documents
- Capital proof from a Moldovan bank
- AML/KYC policy and IT security framework
- Business plan with 3-year projections
- Timeline: License granted within 60 working days after submission, issued within 3 days of fee payment
Why Choose incorpore for Business Licensing in Moldova?
- Full legal and licensing guidance from day one
- Industry-specific documentation tailored for your sector
- One-stop service: company setup, licensing, tax registration
- Compliance guarantee: We help you stay legal post-approval
Ready to apply for a business license in Moldova? Let us simplify the process. Contact our team and we’ll handle every step.
