MOLDOVA'S THRIVING TECH SECTOR

Moldova's information technology industry has experienced rapid growth
in recent years, quickly becoming one of the country's most dynamic
economic sectors.
IT in Moldova. The fastest growing industry
Moldova's IT industry has grown rapidly in recent years, with the share of IT in the country's GDP more than tripling since 2016. Thanks to the joint efforts of MITP and the Moldovan government, boosting the tech sector has become a top priority, recognizing its potential to drive economic growth, exports, innovation, and high-paying jobs.
Moldovan IT sector growth
The IT sector's revenue has increased dramatically since the establishment of the Moldova Innovation Technology Park in 2018. A graph showing the growth in total share in GDP over time could highlight this exponential growth.
1.5% in GDP
2016
3.1% in GDP
2019
5.3% in GDP
2023
MITP in Numbers
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resident companies
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turnover for 2023
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companies with foreign capital
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employees in resident companies
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countries of origin of investors
0
of the services are exported
Top investments in 2024 are from...
36
USA
37
Romania
26
Germany
17
Great Britain
16
Russia
16
Italy
28
Ukraine
7
France
MITP's Unique Advantages
Unveiling Europe's First e-Park: Benefits for IT Enterprises & Professionals
7% Single Tax
MITP introduces a singular 7% sales tax, efficiently encapsulating the entire tax obligation for companies and their teams, including all employee-related taxes.
State Guarantees
The state pledges not keep valid the 7% taxation framework, ensuring stability until December 31, 2035.
Operate from Anywhere
MITP promotes digital adaptability, allowing businesses to function anywhere within Moldova—and even beyond. There's no obligation to maintain a physical footprint in the IT Park, while remote work is perfectly legal.
Flexible IT Visa Scheme
Global IT experts can effortlessly attain a 2- to 4-year work residency in Moldova. Both offer renewal options, further simplifying the process.
7% Single Tax
Experience fiscal efficiency like never before. Discover MITP's 7%* single tax framework: a streamlined approach that consolidates multiple taxes optimizes compliance, and extends clear benefits to businesses and their employees. * The 7% single tax is paid based on sales revenue, but not less than 235 USD / 215 EUR monthly per employee as of 2024.
Replaces 7 taxes
  • Corporate income tax (12%)
  • Personal income tax (12%)
  • Social security contributions due by employer (24%)
  • Health insurance contributions due by employee (9%)
  • Local taxes (depending on region)
  • Road taxes (depending on vehicle)
  • Real estate taxes (0.3%)
Does not include
  • VAT (0% on exports)
  • Withholding taxes (6% on dividends and 12% on other payments made to non-residents – under local legislation, more favourable WHT rates might be available under 50 DTTs)
Simplified tax compliance
  • Unique tax payment
  • Simplified tax reporting
  • Reduced tax compliance costs and interaction with state authorities
Benefits for the employees
  • Competitive salary  (gross = net)
  • No additional taxes on employment income obtained within the IT Park
  • Full state health insurance and limited* state social security benefits
*535 USD / 480 EUR monthly insured income, irrespective of the actual salary received as of 2024.
Eligible activities
The eligible activities must account for at least 70% of the company revenue
Software and Games Development
IT consulting and other Services
Manufacturing of Microprocessors and Integrated Circuits
Hardware Management
Data Processing and Web Management
R&D (Based on High Technologies)
Animation and Special Effects
Digital Design
See the full list of eligible activities
Moldova's IT Advantages
  • Fiscal and immigration incentives
  • Good technical education
  • Excellent foreign language skills
  • E-Government excellence
  • Low operational costs
  • Proximity in culture and distance from the EU
  • An advanced and reliable ICT infrastructure
Moldovan ICT Sector
  • 98% fiber coverage
  • 98% 4G coverage
  • One of the highest Internet average speed – 43,52 Mbps/2017
  • 76% Internet penetration (for Digital literacy and access to networks)
  • 5th place in the world for broadband affordability
Discover MITP residents
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Moldovan IT Talent
2,000
graduates yearly with graduate and undergraduate degrees in IT, Engineering and Mathematics
3,500
students enrolled in IT programs, and ca. 5,000 in engineering programs
6%
of the total number of graduates have been studying Computer Science
4.4%
of Moldovan employees are working in the ICT sector, the second highest percentage in any country in emerging Europe, after Estonia
The Real Innovation
Here's how the game changing public policies Boosting IT sector development came to life
2006
Tax incentives
Moldova introduced in 2006 a set of tax incentives for IT companies, based on the Romanian model.
2018
MITP Formation
MITP was created by Government Decision on 1 January 2018, the day when Europe's First e-Park was born. Its creation was officially requested by 15 private companies.
2019
International Recognition
In 2019, MITP was recognized by the ITU as one of the best global practices in promotion and development of the IT ecosystem.
How it Works
Register the company

It’s really simple, and it takes less than 72 hours:

  • Set up a company (see details below)
  • Open a bank account (here’s a list of banks)
  • Get your electronic signature

That’s it

Apply for residence

Fill out the application form on www.mitp.md using your digital signature. No business plans needed. No fees to be paid.

Sign the contract

Within 7 days, you’ll receive the official confirmation letter, and we’ll be able to sign the contract with you.

Start working

That was it! Now you’re off to a good start in a new country. Start making great products, building great teams, and making great fortunes.

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