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Child car seats in Moldova: what the law says and how to get one with your rental

In Moldova, children up to 12 may travel in a car only in a restraint suited to their weight and height (a child seat or booster) and may not sit in the front. At LilRent you get a child seat on request, fitted before handover.

Child car seats in Moldova: what the law says and how to get one with your rental

What the Road Traffic Regulation says

  • Children up to 12 travel with a restraint system (child seat, special cushion or booster) that meets safety standards and fits the child's weight and height (point 82)
  • The child must sit so the seat belt fits correctly across the hips and shoulder (point 82)
  • Carrying children up to 12 on the front seat of a car is prohibited (point 83 d)
  • All passengers wear seat belts where the car has them (point 84)

Which seat fits, as a guide

ChildSeat type
Baby, up to about 13 kgInfant carrier, rear-facing
About 9-18 kgChild seat with its own harness
About 15-36 kgHigh-back seat or booster with the car's belt

Weight and height matter, not just age. Tell us the child's age and approximate weight when booking and we choose the right seat.

How to get a seat at LilRent

  • Tick “Child seat” in the booking form
  • Tell us the child's age and weight when we call you
  • We fit the seat on the rear bench before handover
  • If you have two children, let us know in advance

Sources

Checked on 25.10.2026 against: HG 357/2009, Regulamentul circulației rutiere. This article sums up the rules and does not replace the text of the law.

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Up to what age is a child seat required in Moldova?

Up to 12, a child travels in a restraint suited to their weight and height: a child seat, special cushion or booster.

Can a child sit in the front seat?

Not if they are 12 or younger. The regulation prohibits carrying them on the front seat of a car.

Do you have child seats?

Yes, on request. Tell us the child's age and weight when booking and we fit the seat before handover.

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