Moldova’s tech leap: How a small country is opening big opportunities for EU companies

The Republic of Moldova is rapidly establishing itself as one of Eastern Europe’s most dynamic hubs for technology and value-added services. At the center of this rise stands the Moldova Innovation Technology Park (MITP) — Europe’s first fully virtual “e-Park” — which has quickly become a gateway for EU companies seeking competitive, scalable and predictable expansion opportunities in the region.

A new tech hub taking shape

Created in 2018, MITP has evolved from an experimental policy initiative into one of Moldova’s strongest growth engines. As of mid-2025, the e-Park counts over 2,370 resident companies from 43 countries, marking one of the most internationally diverse tech ecosystems in the region.

The momentum is accelerating: 533 new companies joined in 2024 alone, the highest annual increase since MITP was founded. The broader IT sector now accounts for approximately 6.3% of Moldova’s GDP — a remarkable achievement for a country of only 2.5 million people.

Revenues are growing in step. For 2025, MITP residents are projected to exceed €1 billion in combined turnover, an estimated 30% increase year-on-year. What began as a niche digital park is now a high-performing cluster driving export-oriented services, digital innovation and cross-border operations.

Why MITP works: a unique mix of stability and flexibility

Several design features make the e-Park particularly attractive to EU investors:

• A single flat 7% tax on turnover — replacing multiple corporate and personal taxes — guaranteed by law until 2035.
• A fully virtual operational model, allowing companies to work from anywhere while benefiting from the same fiscal regime.
• The IT Visa program, enabling the swift relocation of specialists and managers.
• A business environment aligned with EU standards, supported by strong digital public services and an increasingly integrated regional tech ecosystem.

This combination of fiscal simplicity, legal predictability and operational flexibility is rare in the region — and increasingly valuable for European companies seeking efficient nearshore solutions.

Dutch investment case: Heisterkamp chooses Moldova

A recent example of Moldova’s appeal is the expansion of Heisterkamp Transportation Solutions, a century-old Dutch logistics and transport company. Following discussions at the BENELUX–Moldova Economic Forum 2025, Heisterkamp established a presence within MITP to support logistics-tech operations, data-analysis functions and regional coordination activities.

The investment will strengthen technology transfer, generate skilled jobs in data-driven operations, and integrate Moldova more deeply into European transport value chains. For Dutch companies looking beyond Western Europe, MITP offers an efficient and strategically located platform.

A decade of opportunity ahead

Several long-term factors reinforce the e-Park’s growth trajectory:

• The stability of the MITP fiscal regime, guaranteed until 2035/2037, provides a rare long-term planning horizon for strategic investors.
• Moldova’s status as an EU-candidate country accelerates regulatory alignment, digital integration and preferential access to European markets.
• Competitive operating costs and multilingual talent position Moldova as an increasingly important nearshore hub for EU companies.
• Growing interest from global firms, combined with the expansion of export-oriented services, continues to strengthen the ecosystem.

With rising investor confidence, an expanding resident base and a supportive policy framework, MITP is set to remain at the forefront of Moldova’s economic transformation.

A new chapter for Moldova and its investors

Once overlooked on the regional investment map, Moldova is now reshaping its profile through a modern, scalable and investor-friendly digital infrastructure. For EU companies seeking strategic expansion, the Moldova Innovation Technology Park stands out as a compelling opportunity — offering stability, efficiency and genuine competitive advantage.

To ensure a smooth entry into the market, Invest Moldova Agency provides investors with customized guidance, market intelligence and hands-on support throughout the entire establishment process. Together with MITP’s predictable regulatory environment, this creates a soft-landing pathway designed for confident and sustainable expansion in the Republic of Moldova.

Contact details for investors:
Invest Moldova Agency – Eugen Doga Str. 2, Chişinău, MD-2005
+373 22 27 36 54 | [email protected]
www.invest.gov.md