Orhei: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Orhei is a city, municipality and the administrative centre of Orhei District in the Republic of Moldova, with a population of 22,183. It lies roughly 40 kilometres north of the capital, Chișinău.

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Now in the cityOrhei+9°CCloudy · sunrise 06:50 AMupdated 06:10 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

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Exchange rateMDL 17.96per 1 $MDL — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Worth a day trip

Sector 6≈ 3 hr 40 min Homyel'≈ 4 hr

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).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

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: US Department of State Travel Advisory

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

Orhei: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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