Challenging dismissal in Moldova: documents and useful questions
Published by Avocat Expert · Republic of Moldova
If you have received a dismissal decision, preserve the documents and record what was communicated and when. A useful assessment starts with facts and evidence.
Prepared on 29 October 2026
1. Keep the decision and proof of receipt
Bring the order or decision, envelope, email and delivery confirmation. Record separately the date on the document, the date received and the stated termination date. These dates may differ and need checking.
2. Clarify how employment ended
Check whether the documents concern dismissal, resignation, mutual agreement or expiry of a contract. These are not interchangeable situations. Before signing a request or agreement you do not understand, ask for a copy and an explanation of its effects.
3. Reconstruct the timeline
Gather your employment contract, amendments, job description, notices, requests for explanations, appraisals and your replies. If absences or performance are raised, keep evidence that may explain them. Avoid changing or deleting relevant correspondence.
4. Check the procedure and deadline promptly
The available challenge and applicable deadline must be assessed against the decision and the specific requests. Do not assume that discussions with the employer or a complaint to an authority automatically replace a required action or preserve every deadline. Seek a prompt legal assessment.
5. Explain your objective
State whether you want to clarify the reasons, return to work, claim money or negotiate a resolution. Bring salary and payment information. A lawyer can assess which requests the evidence supports and explain the costs and risks.
Official sources (in Romanian)
General information. Applicable rules and deadlines must be checked against the specific situation and the relevant version of the legislation.