The data presented at Moldova Business Week 2025 show that this industry not only retains talent at home, but has become a strategic pillar of the economy. In this, Moldova goes against the general trend of mass migration of young Eastern Europeans.
“In Moldova, we manage to keep IT professionals at home thanks to the tax regime. This is the best way to retain them,” explained Marina Bzovy, administrator of Moldova IT-park (MITP). While the average salary in the economy is about 800 euros, in IT it is 2500 euros. This triple difference turns the IT sector into an elite industry capable of competing with Western European markets.
Even with the constant outflow of young people – Romania offers 5,000 scholarships for young Moldovan citizens every year, and many of those who leave do not return – the IT sector remains an exception. Qualified young people prefer to stay in Chisinau, attracted by high salaries and professional development opportunities.
“Those who study abroad rarely return, but in the IT sector we see that many decide to stay and study here thanks to international programs and partnerships,” Bzovy emphasized.
Accordingly, the IT sector’s contribution to the national economy has grown significantly, reaching 6.3% of GDP in 2024 according to preliminary estimates – up from 1.8% in 2015.
“In 2025, we expect revenues generated by MITP residents to reach €1 billion – an increase of around 30% compared to 2024, when they amounted to €785 million. This is a clear confirmation of the potential for sustainable growth and the value that the IT sector brings to the Moldovan economy,” said Nadejda Chodus, MITP Financial Manager.
