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Visa requirements for North Macedonia

Who can enter North Macedonia, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 19, 2026.

Passport holders from 116 countries can enter North Macedonia without a visa in advance. All 116 enter visa-free on a valid passport. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

116 visa-free
0 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
126 visa required

242 nationalities

Visa-free entry

116 nationalities

Visa required in advance

126 nationalities

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in North Macedonia

North Macedonia has 5 sites on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Kokino
Markovi Kuli
Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region
Slatinski Izvor

Source: Wikidata, community-maintained and not the official UNESCO count.

Nearby destinations

Kosovo Albania Bulgaria Montenegro Bosnia and Herzegovina Serbia

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit North Macedonia?

It depends on your passport. 116 nationalities can enter North Macedonia without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What is the best time to visit North Macedonia?

June, July, September, based on Skopje's climate normals: mild temperatures and below-average rainfall for the year.

What currency is used in North Macedonia?

denar (MKD). 1 USD is approximately 55.08 MKD.

What side of the road does North Macedonia drive on?

North Macedonia drives on the right.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does North Macedonia have?

5: Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe, Kokino, Markovi Kuli, Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region, Slatinski Izvor.

What is the emergency number in North Macedonia?

112 / 192 / 193 / 194.

What time zone is North Macedonia in?

Skopje (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Skopje?

Skopje International Airport (SKP), about 16 km away.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About North Macedonia

North Macedonia, officially the Republic of North Macedonia, is a landlocked country in Southeast Europe. It shares land borders with Greece to the south, Albania to the west, Bulgaria to the east, Kosovo to the northwest and Serbia to the north. It constitutes approximately the northern third of the larger geographical region of Macedonia. Skopje, the capital and largest city, is home to a quarter of the country's population of over 1.83 million. The majority of the residents are ethnic Macedonians, a South Slavic people. Albanians form a significant minority at around 25%, followed by Turks, Roma, Serbs, Bosniaks, Aromanians and a few other minorities.

CapitalSkopje

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population1.8M

Area25,713 km²

Currencydenar (1 USD ≈ 55.08 MKD)

LanguagesMacedonian

Calling code+389

Drives on theright

TimezoneSkopje (UTC+2)

Nearest airportSkopje International Airport (SKP), 16 km

Emergency number112 / 192 / 193 / 194

UNESCO sites5

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$10,490 (2025)

Tourist arrivals118K (2020)

Climate in Skopje

Warmest July, coolest January, driest November, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July, September.

Monthly climate normals for Skopje, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	6.3°C	-2.4°C	24mm	244h
February	10.7°C	-0.3°C	44mm	239h
March	13.4°C	3.5°C	80mm	232h
April	18°C	5.7°C	85mm	296h
May	23.6°C	11.6°C	31mm	339h
June	27.4°C	15.8°C	38mm	399h
July	30.9°C	18.1°C	14mm	430h
August	29.8°C	18.4°C	67mm	376h
September	27.3°C	15.8°C	19mm	342h
October	19.6°C	9.8°C	43mm	287h
November	11.8°C	4°C	7mm	246h
December	8.6°C	2.4°C	57mm	194h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Republic of North Macedonia, mostly still referred to as simply Macedonia by its residents, is a landlocked country in the heart of the Balkans. The country has an ethnically diverse population sharing an often ruggedly beautiful landscape. Architecture from the bygone eras of the Ottoman Empire and socialist Yugoslavia remains and now contrasts with the modern structures of independent Macedonia. Relative to other European nations, Macedonia is off the beaten path, and tourist infrastructure is underdeveloped and occasionally challenging to navigate.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Kokino
Markovi Kuli
Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region
Slatinski Izvor

Upcoming public holidays

October 23, 2026Ден на македонската револуционерна борба,Den na makedonskata revolucionarna borba

December 8, 2026Св. Климент Охридски, Sv. Kliment Ohridski

January 1, 2027Нова Година, Nova Godina

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