text: can a moldovan national apply for an american tourist visa? what about a ukraine national?   yes, either national can apply to the us embassy in their country.  each embassy has the right to decide if a person meets the requirements of obtaining a "tourist visa", and some countries are easier than others.  for ukraine (from personal experience) it is exceptionally difficult to obtain a tourist visa. a single, young woman has almost no chance of a tourist visa, even if she leaves a child behind, owns property, and has a good job. especially if she speaks good english (because she's employable, and our standard of living is much better compared to theirs).  i do not know the specifics of moldova, other than it is "difficult".