Moldova, Republic of

7.9 - Perishable goods

Articles	7.9.1 (a), (b) – 7.9.2 – 7.9.3 – 7.9.4 View measure text
Indicative date of implementation	31 December 2020
Definitive date of implementation	31 December 2025
Assistance required for implementation	 Revise and amend, as appropriate, the existing rules on the importation of perishable goods in a way that:  allow release in the shortest possible time;  ensure, as appropriate, release outside the normal working hours of the customs;  give priority to these commodities when planning examinations;  allow such goods to be stored under conditions appropriate for their preservation where facilities approved by the relevant authorities are available;  if possible and on request, allow release to take place at these storage facilities, and  oblige authorities to provide the importer with a written explanation on request when there is a significant delay in the release of the goods. Tags: Information and communication technologies (ICT), Infrastructure and equipment, Institutional procedures, Human resources and training
Donor / Agency	To be determined
Progress reported	29 May 2026 — G/TFA/N/MDA/4/Rev.1 The Customs Service has not received technical assistance for the implementation of Article 7.9 related to Perishable Goods. The action has been implemented by the competent national authorities through their own administrative capacity. Also, as certain actions have a continuous character, external technical assistance may be requested where appropriate and in accordance with identified needs. With respect to implementation progress, ANSA and the Customs Service have taken coordinated steps to streamline the processing of perishable goods at export. A Joint Order adopted on 12 March 2024 establishes a dedicated procedure for prioritizing the customs clearance of such goods, thereby reducing delays and facilitating their expedited release. Key provisions are: Visual marking of eligible consignments: ANSA inspectors issue a visible "PERISABIL – TRANSPORT PRIORITAR" label for each unit, together with the veterinary or phytosanitary certificate. Expedited border procedures: Customs officials are required to ensure priority processing and border crossing outside normal hours, where applicable. Coordination at border posts: Both institutions are jointly responsible for the practical enforcement of this Order. 2 February 2024 — G/TFA/N/MDA/4 The Customs Service has not received technical assistance for the implementation of the Art. 7.9 related to Perishable goods.