The Government of the Republic of Moldova has approved the draft administrative arrangement for the implementation of the agreement on social security with the Government of Quebec (the “Administrative Arrangement”), authorized the initiation of negotiations, and approved the signing of this arrangement. This decision is formalized under Decision No. 309, dated 11 June 2026.1
WHY THIS MATTERS
For global mobility professionals, the implementation of a bilateral social security agreement between Moldova and Quebec could have significant implications for cross-border employees, employers, and human resources teams. Organizations with mobile employees or business operations spanning Moldova and Quebec may face changes in compliance requirements, payroll processing, and documentation procedures. Employees may benefit from greater clarity and security regarding their social security coverage during international assignments.
Key Highlights
- Approval of draft Administrative Arrangement: The government has endorsed the draft text outlining how the bilateral social security agreement is expected to be implemented.
- Negotiation and signing authorization: Authorities are empowered to conduct negotiations and sign the arrangement with Quebec.
- Effective date: The decision enters into force upon publication in Moldova’s Official Gazette.
- Relevant authorities: The Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Minister of Labour and Social Protection have countersigned the decision.
KPMG INSIGHTS
In light of these developments, organizations might wish to consider:
- Organizations could monitor the progress of negotiations and review the finalized Administrative Arrangement once published.
- Employers could assess the potential impact on payroll processes, social security contributions, and documentation requirements for employees moving between Moldova and Quebec.
- HR and mobility teams could evaluate whether current assignment policies and procedures require updates once implementation details are finalized.
If assignees and/or their programme managers have any questions or concerns about the scope of the update, its application and potential impacts, and appropriate next steps, they should consult with their qualified professional or a member of the GMS team with KPMG in Moldova (see the Contacts section).
ENDNOTE:
1 Monitorul Oficial al Republicii Moldova (in Romanian), “Monitorul Oficial Nr. 242-245,” published on 11 June 2026.
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