North Macedonia Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
79
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
79
Visa required in advance
119

North Macedonia's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a North Macedonia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit North Macedonia Visa-Free (79)

Passport holders from these countries can enter North Macedonia without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

North Macedonia Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Short-stay visa (type C, up to 90 days) - covers tourism and business visits

    up to 90 daysofficial sourcemfa.gov.mk ↗

    EUR 60 (~$68)

  • Transit visa (type C, up to 5 days)

    up to 5 days transitofficial sourcemfa.gov.mk ↗

    EUR 60 (~$68)

  • Business visit (issued as short-stay type C visa)

    up to 90 daysofficial sourcemfa.gov.mk ↗

    EUR 60 (~$68)

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Transit

North Macedonia Transit Visa

North Macedonia publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Permits transit through an international airport in North Macedonia without passing through border control. Required for certain nationalities transiting through Macedonian airports.

Airport transit only; does not permit entry into North Macedonia territory. Must be obtained at a North Macedonian embassy or consulate abroad.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

North Macedonia Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit North Macedonia?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter North Macedonia visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a North Macedonia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit North Macedonia without a visa?

79 countries can visit North Macedonia without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to North Macedonia.

How do I apply for a North Macedonia tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to North Macedonia, you typically need to apply at a North Macedonia embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in North Macedonia without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in North Macedonia varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

North Macedonia Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step North Macedonia visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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