MP says application of value added tax on vehicles' imports might be postponed until Moldova's EU accession

MP Radu Marian has informed that the application of the value-added tax (VAT) on imports of vehicles in Moldova would be postponed. The decision follows consultations with the Finance Ministry and the Customs Service and is set to be proposed to parliament for approval.

“We will propose in parliament to postpone the implementation of VAT taxation on car imports. It will be proposed that this regime takes effect upon our country's accession to the European Union,” said Radu Marian.

Initially, the new fiscal regime was scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026. It was approved two years ago, in order to align Moldova with European taxation standards and to provide more predictability for individuals and economic agents.

The lawmaker noted explained that one of the conditions for applying the VAT regime on imports had been the establishment of an information system capable of providing a transparent and impartial assessment of car values before entering customs. Although technical progress has been made, risks persist regarding the correct valuation of cars, which led to the decision to postpone implementation.

“There are still risks concerning the valuation of transport units, which is why the decision was made to postpone the implementation of VAT taxation,” specified d Radu Marian. He also said that the necessary legislative changes to maintain the current fiscal regime would be adopted as soon as possible.

The VAT taxation regime on vehicle imports was approved in 2023 as part of the process of harmonizing national fiscal legislation with European standards. The measure aimed to replace the current system of customs duties and excise taxes with a VAT-based mechanism, applicable to both individuals and economic agents, in order to enhance transparency and fairness in the assessment of the import value.





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