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Bălţi: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Bălți is a city in Moldova. It is the third-largest city in terms of population, area and economic importance, after Chișinău and Tiraspol. The city holds the status of Municipality.

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Now in the cityBălţi+8°CCloudy · sunrise 06:55 AMupdated 07:43 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Exchange rateMDL 17.96per 1 $MDL — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Set your passport — processing time, fee and documents differ between passports.

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid parts of the countryPart of the country is off limits entirely.
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New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.
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Exercise increased caution in Moldova due to risk of unexploded ordnance (UXO) . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire travel advisory. There are ongoing security threats related to Russia’s war against Ukraine. Petty crime such as purse snatching and pickpocketing is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Iaşi International Airport IAS69 km away — the nearest airport
Suceava Ștefan cel Mare International Airport SCV118 km from the centre
Chişinău International Airport RMO120 km from the centre

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