Moldova
Republic of Moldova
People: Moldovan
Moldova is located in Eastern Europe and has a population of around 2.7 million. Its capital city is Chișinău, and the most widely spoken official language is Romanian. Moldova is landlocked, sharing borders with 2 neighbouring countries.
By the numbers, Moldova is the 140th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.03% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 135th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 81 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Moldova — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Moldova |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Chișinău |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Eastern Europe |
| Population | 2,749,076 |
| Area | 33,847 km² |
| Currency | Moldovan leu (MDL) L |
| Official Language | Romanian |
| Dialling Code | +373 |
| Internet TLD | .md |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | MD / MDA |
| Borders | Romania, Ukraine |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Moldova
What is the capital and currency of Moldova?
The capital of Moldova is Chișinău and the currency is the Moldovan leu (MDL), symbol L.
What is the capital of Moldova?
The capital of Moldova is Chișinău.
What currency does Moldova use?
Moldova uses the Moldovan leu (MDL, symbol: L).
What language do they speak in Moldova?
The official language of Moldova is Romanian.
What is the dialling code for Moldova?
The international dialling code for Moldova is +373.
What side of the road does Moldova drive on?
Moldova drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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