Thousands rush to secure health insurance before Moldova’s fiscal deadline
The National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) has announced a historic milestone, with over 153,000 citizens paying their mandatory fixed-fee health insurance premiums in the first quarter of 2026. This figure marks the highest level of compliance ever recorded by the March 31 deadline in the agency's history.
According to official data, the vast majority—approximately 152,000 individuals—opted for the discounted premium of €129 (approx. 2,527 MDL). This group primarily includes landowners, self-employed retail traders, and foreign residents with legal stay permits in the Republic of Moldova.
Financial impact and legal deadlines
The surge in early payments has bolstered the national health insurance fund significantly. Total revenues from fixed-fee premiums exceeded €19.8 million (approx. 388 million MDL), representing a 98-million-lei increase compared to the same period last year.
Professional groups, including independent legal practitioners and family doctors, contributed to this total by paying the full premium of €645 (approx. 12,636 MDL). These individuals represent a specialized segment of the self-insured population.
Consequences of late payment
CNAM officials warned that the preferential period ended on March 31. Starting April 1, uninsured individuals are required to pay the full premium of EUR 645, plus additional daily interest penalties for every day of delay.
The individual insured status granted through these payments remains valid until January 31, 2027. This ensures continuous access to the national medical system for those not covered by the government or formal employment.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
