Moldova’s Social Insurance Fund Surplus Tops 1.2 Billion Lei in First Quarter

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The social insurance system in the Republic of Moldova recorded a surplus of over 1.2 billion lei in the first quarter of 2026, according to data from the National Social Insurance House.

Total revenues reached 14.38 billion lei, representing about 28% of the annual plan. Social insurance contributions accounted for 7.01 billion lei—an increase of 608.8 million lei, or 9.5%, compared to the same period last year.

Other revenues amounted to 246.1 million lei, with the vast majority—243.8 million lei—coming from the single tax paid by residents of the Moldova IT Park, marking a 29.9% increase year-on-year.

At the same time, transfers from the state budget totaled 7.12 billion lei. Of this amount, 4.66 billion lei were directed toward the payment of social benefits, while 2.45 billion lei were used to cover the shortfall in own revenues.

Total expenditures reached 13.14 billion lei, increasing by 767.6 million lei, or 6.2%, compared to the same period in 2025, with most funds allocated to pensions and other social benefits.