Moldova
Last updated August 10, 2026
Agreement Date: Unknown
Agreement: Undisclosed
Transfers: 16 people were sent to Moldova on an ICE Air flight on March 10, 2026 Flights also took place on April 30, June 10, and August 6, 2026 though the exact number of individuals transferred is unknown.
U.S. Litigation: No known litigation at this time.
On March 10, 2026, 16 third country nationals were deported to Moldova, including roughly 10 Russians and several nationals of Eastern European countries. The individuals were permitted to stay in Moldova for 90 days without a visa. Some of these individuals have decided to stay in Moldova for the time being and others have returned to their countries of origin. Flights also took place on April 30, June 10, and August 6, 2026, though the exact number of individuals transferred is unknown. The details of the agreement between Moldova and the United States have not been made public.
As of early 2026, following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, Moldova hosts nearly 140,000 Ukrainian refugees—more per capita than any other country. The government of Moldova has offered temporary protection to Ukrainians through March 2027, allowing refugees to stay legally and access jobs and education.