In early January 2025, the Government of the Republic of Moldova launched a state support mechanism for industrial investments, known as the Regional State Aid Scheme for Investments.
This initiative was introduced as part of the National Industrialization Plan for 2024-2028, adopted in April 2024. The plan is a strategic effort aimed at strengthening and modernizing the country’s industrial sector.
How much support can an investment receive?
The support per investment project can cover up to 60% of the total investment for large and medium-sized companies, while small enterprises can receive up to 75%. The investment project must exceed 10,000,000 MDL in value.
State aid is provided in two forms:
- A grant covering 25% of the total support awarded;
- An income tax exemption of 75%.
The maximum allowable aid intensity a company can benefit from depends on its size and the region in which it operates.
Which sectors are eligible for support?
The state aid scheme targets six strategic sectors eligible for support:
- Electronics industry
- Chemical and pharmaceutical industry
- Automotive components
- Textiles and apparel
- Construction materials
- Food industry
How can companies apply for the program?
Applications must be submitted by companies to the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization. The full application process is outlined here:
https://mded.gov.md/domenii/ajutor-de-stat/ajutor-de-stat-regional-pentru-investitii/.
State aid agreements can be signed from the scheme’s effective date until December 31, 2034, subject to budget availability.
What is the scale of the program?
The estimated total value of state aid under this scheme is 2 billion MDL (approximately 100 million EUR).
- The maximum state aid per project will not exceed 20% of the scheme’s total budget.
- The estimated number of enterprises benefiting from the program is up to 150.
Commitment to Sustainable Development
The National Industrialization Plan 2024-2028 is more than an economic initiative—it represents a commitment to the sustainable transformation of Moldova’s economy. By supporting investors, Moldova aims to integrate into global value chains and build a modern industrial base aligned with future demands.
The main objectives include increasing the share of the manufacturing industry in GDP from 8.2% in 2023 to 11.5% by 2028, as well as raising the volume of industrial production by at least 25% during the implementation of the plan.