The national broadcaster Teleradio‑Moldova (TRM) has officially confirmed that Republic of Moldova will take part in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 after a one-year absence.
A Refreshed Approach to the National Selection
TRM’s decision follows consultations with leading artists, producers and music-industry representatives in Moldova, who collectively concluded that a revamped format was both timely and necessary.
In this new setup:
Two official producers will oversee the selection process: Serghei Orlov — a veteran of multiple Eurovision campaigns, and Roman Burlaca — a recognised local director-producer working with major Moldovan artists. The large final jury will consist of 20 members, including 5 international jurors and 15 national jurors — a move aimed at ensuring transparency and strong international competitiveness.
Key Dates & Participation Details
The submission period for songs opens 7 November 2025 and will remain open for 30 calendar days. Artists are invited to send their original tracks to the email address indicated by TRM (eurovision@trm.md) and must follow the rules published on the broadcaster’s website.
Why the Return Matters
This participation marks two milestone moments:
The 2026 edition of Eurovision will celebrate 70 years since the inaugural event. For Moldova, this will be their 20th participation in the contest since debuting in 2005.
Looking Back & Forward
Moldova’s best result to date came in 2017, when the band SunStroke Project achieved a spectacular third-place finish with the song “Hey Mamma”.
With the refreshed selection format, new production leadership and a strong jury backing, TRM is clearly aiming not just to return, but to compete with renewed ambition and professionalism.
What’s Next
For artists/agents:
Mark 7 November 2025 as the opening of submissions. Review the official rules on TRM’s website. Ensure you’re ready to work with the appointed producers and under the new jury format.
For fans and Eurovision followers:
Stay tuned to TRM’s announcements as the submission phase progresses. The appointment of Orlov and Burlaca, and the involvement of international jurors, suggest the selection will aim to deliver a high-quality act for Eurovision 2026.
Moldova’s re-entry into Eurovision comes at an important juncture for the contest and for the country. With the right song, team and staging, they’ll hope to make this a memorable return.
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