Most Ukrainian refugees have successfully found employment in Moldova despite a number of problems in finding work. Find out what difficulties Ukrainian citizens face and what are the employment conditions in this country

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Since the beginning of the full-scale war in Ukraine, Moldova has received more than 1.4 million Ukrainians, of whom about 115,000 have remained in the country. One of the most important aspects for refugees is finding a job. Statistics show that most of them - about 60% of Ukrainians - are already employed in this country. We will tell you what obstacles refugees face when looking for work and what are the conditions of employment.

Ukrainian men find it easier to find work in Moldova than women. About 82% of men were able to find employment, while among women, this figure is only 35%. Unemployment among Ukrainian women is much higher - 49% compared to 10% among men.

The main areas in which refugees are employed include construction, agriculture, hotel and restaurant business.

What challenges do Ukrainians face?

According to a study by the International Organisation for Migration, the results of which are published by Stiripesurse, many Ukrainians face challenges when looking for work. The main difficulties include:

- Lack of vacancies: Over 60% of respondents reported a lack of jobs.

- Language barrier: 49% of Ukrainians cited language problems as a major obstacle.

- Lack of information: About a third of respondents said they lacked information on the employment process and working conditions for refugees.

Employment conditions for Ukrainians in Moldova

Beneficiaries of temporary protection in Moldova can be legally employed in the country without the need to obtain a temporary residence permit, provided they register with the local branch of the National Employment Agency.

If a person has not been granted temporary protection status, he or she needs an official work permit in Moldova, which can be obtained through an employer. The process of obtaining this permit is more complicated and requires additional documents, including a contract with the employer and proof of legal status in the country.

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The most popular professions in Moldova

Construction professions. Professions related to engineering and construction are among the most popular among young people and remain in demand on the labour market. This includes electric welders, fitters, plasterers, tilers and civil engineers.

Service sector. In the service sector, cooks, waiters, pastry chefs, and hotel staff are highly valued. Demand for these professions is growing in tourist regions and large cities such as Chisinau.

Technical and IT specialities. In recent years, technical professions such as car mechanics, as well as technical support operators and IT specialists have been actively developing. Moldova is becoming a centre for IT services, which increases the demand for programmers and IT specialists.

Healthcare and social services. Healthcare professions, such as nurses and nursing specialists, remain in demand due to the need for qualified personnel in social and medical institutions.

Business and finance. Positions in accounting, law, and business management are also in high demand on the Moldovan labour market, especially in Chisinau and other major cities.

By the way, Visit Ukraine lawyers provide support for employment abroad. Professionals will provide full legal support, starting with the preparation of documents and ending with the signing of an employment contract and the resolution of all legal issues. Do you want to find a job abroad? Order a consultation with employment lawyers.

We remind you! To travel from Ukraine to Moldova by your own car, you need to prepare and familiarise yourself with the rules. You can find out more about the rules for crossing the border, the necessary documents, convenient routes, peculiarities of traffic rules in Moldova and other important nuances here.

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Ihor Usyk is the Head of Legal Department at Visit Ukraine

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