EritreaNorth Macedonia
Eritrean passport ยท policy checked 11 Jul 2026
Visa required
Apply before you travel.
90
days
on a tourist visa
60
EUR ยท visa fee
about $65
11
visa types
published by North Macedonia
Embassy
apply in advance
How Eritrean citizens apply for a North Macedonia visa
- Lodge your application at the North Macedonia embassy or consulate that serves your region, with the completed form and required documents. Apply here โ
No advance visa with these documents
North Macedonia admits Eritrean citizens without a pre-arranged visa on a valid document:
Visa-free ยท up to 15 days
US visa (any valid type), UK visa, Canada visa
Temporary decision valid from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026.
mfa.gov.mk โSchengen visa (any member state)
Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen Type C visa, valid for at least 5 days beyond the intended stay, may enter North Macedonia visa-free for up to 15 days per entry; total stay not exceeding 90 days in any 180-day period..
mfa.gov.mk โEU / Schengen residence permit or PR
Third-country nationals holding a valid temporary or permanent residence permit issued by an EU Member State or Schengen Agreement signatory country may enter visa-free for no longer than 15 days upon every entry, with total stay not exceeding 90 days in any 180-day period..
mfa.gov.mk โNorth Macedonia visa cost for Eritrean citizens
EUR 60
Short-stay visa (type C, up to 90 days) - covers tourism and business visits
Short-stay visa (type C, up to 90 days) - covers tourism and business visits
up to 90 days
EUR 60
North Macedonia visa types for Eritrean citizens
Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Tourism/Business/TransitTourist
90 days
Permits short-term entry for tourism, business, or transit through North Macedonia. Valid for stays up to 90 days for tourism/business, or up to 5 days for transit purposes.
Fee is 60 EUR (approximately 65 USD); reduced fee of 35 EUR for children aged 6-12. Transit sub-category allows up to 5 days stay. Applicant's travel document must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended stay. Required documents: valid passport, travel insurance, invitation letter (if applicable), proof of sufficient funds, and a recent photograph (3.5ร4.5 cm). Covers tourism, business visits, and transit through the country.
Official page โShort-Stay Visa (Type C) - BusinessBusiness
90 days
Permits short-term entry for business visits, meetings, negotiations, conferences, and similar commercial activities in North Macedonia. Issued as a Type C short-stay visa for a business purpose.
Business is one of the purposes covered by the Type C short-stay visa; North Macedonia has no separate business-visa letter. Maximum stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Fee is 60 EUR (approximately 65 USD). Required documents: valid passport (valid at least 3 months beyond the intended stay), travel insurance, invitation letter from the host company/organisation, proof of sufficient funds, and a recent photograph (3.5x4.5 cm). Must be applied for at a North Macedonian embassy or consulate abroad.
Official page โAirport Transit Visa (Type A)Transit
single entry
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.
Official page โLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Medical TreatmentMedical
Permits entry into North Macedonia for the purpose of receiving medical treatment or accommodation in nursing homes.
Long-stay D visa sub-category for medical purposes. Covers medical treatment and accommodation in nursing/care homes. Requires prior approval of temporary residence permit from the Ministry of Interior. Long-stay (D) visa fee is 70 EUR (approximately 76 USD); 35 EUR for children aged 6-12, per the MFA visa application procedure page.
Official page โLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Family ReunionFamily
Permits entry into North Macedonia for family reunification with a North Macedonian citizen or a foreign national legally residing in the country.
Long-stay D visa sub-category for family reunion. Also extends to close family members of North Macedonian citizens. Requires prior approval of temporary residence permit from the Ministry of Interior. Long-stay (D) visa fee is 70 EUR (approximately 76 USD); 35 EUR for children aged 6-12, per the MFA visa application procedure page.
Official page โLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Persons of Macedonian OriginFamily
Permits foreign nationals of Macedonian origin (ethnic Macedonian descent) to enter North Macedonia to obtain temporary residence on a facilitated basis.
Long-stay D visa sub-category. The MFA 'Types of entry visas' page lists 'persons of Macedonian origin' as a distinct ground for temporary residence, separate from ordinary family reunion (also listed alongside close family members of Macedonian citizens and children born in the country to foreign parents). Requires prior approval of temporary residence from the Ministry of Interior. Long-stay (D) visa fee is 70 EUR (approximately 76 USD); 35 EUR for children aged 6-12, per the MFA visa application procedure page.
Official page โLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Study / Student ExchangeStudent
Permits entry for the purpose of studying, enrolling in educational institutions, or participating in international student exchange programmes in North Macedonia.
Long-stay D visa sub-category for study. Covers study, participation in international student exchange programmes, and specialisation, vocational and practical training. Requires prior approval of temporary residence permit from the Ministry of Interior. Long-stay (D) visa fee is 70 EUR (approximately 76 USD); 35 EUR for children aged 6-12, per the MFA visa application procedure page.
Official page โLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - WorkWork
Permits entry into North Macedonia for the purpose of taking up employment. Requires prior approval of a temporary residence permit from the Ministry of Interior.
Long-stay D visa sub-category for work purposes. Must have prior approval of temporary residence permit from the Ministry of Interior before applying. Also covers vocational training and practical training. Long-stay (D) visa fee is 70 EUR (approximately 76 USD); 35 EUR for children aged 6-12, per the MFA visa application procedure page. A separate work permit from the Employment Service Agency is required before employment.
Official page โLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Property Owner (EU/OECD nationals)Investment
multiple entryvalid 365d
Permits EU and OECD nationals who own property in North Macedonia (valued at minimum EUR 40,000) to apply for a long-stay visa leading to temporary residence.
Restricted to EU and OECD nationals. Property must be an apartment, residential building, or house valued at a minimum of EUR 40,000. Temporary residence issued for up to 1 year and can be renewed annually. Long-stay (D) visa fee is 70 EUR (approximately 76 USD); the EUR 40,000 is the qualifying property value, not a fee. Path to permanent residence/citizenship not specified in official sources reviewed.
Official page โLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Scientific Research / Volunteering / HumanitarianOther
Permits entry for scientific-research activities, volunteering, or humanitarian reasons in North Macedonia.
Long-stay D visa covering scientific-research activities, volunteering, and humanitarian reasons. Requires prior approval of temporary residence permit from the Ministry of Interior. Long-stay (D) visa fee is 70 EUR (approximately 76 USD); 35 EUR for children aged 6-12, per the MFA visa application procedure page.
Official page โShort-Stay Transit Visa (Type C - Transit)Other
5 dayssingle entry
Specifically for transit through North Macedonia territory (not airport-only), permitting a short stay of up to 5 days while transiting between countries.
This is a sub-category of the Type C visa specifically issued for transit. Maximum stay is 5 days. Fee is 60 EUR. Must be applied for at a North Macedonian embassy or consulate abroad.
Official page โNorth Macedonia visa for Eritrean citizens - FAQ
Do Eritrean citizens need a visa for North Macedonia?
Yes - Eritrean citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a North Macedonia embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.
What documents do Eritrean citizens need for North Macedonia?
A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific North Macedonia visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.
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