North MacedoniaCroatia: Visa-free

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Do North Macedonia passport holders need a visa for Croatia?

Visa-free

No. North Macedonia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Croatia for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months within any 180-day period

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance609 km, straight line (~1h 13m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Croatia138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Croatia passport holders visiting North Macedonia: Visa-free.

Other visa-free destinations for North Macedonia passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do North Macedonia passport holders need a visa for Croatia?

No. North Macedonia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Croatia for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

How long can North Macedonia citizens stay in Croatia without a visa?

Up to 3 months within any 180-day period, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Croatia from North Macedonia?

About 609 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 13m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Croatia?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Croatia?

112 / 192 / 93 / 94.

What time zone is Croatia in?

Zagreb (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Zagreb?

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport (ZAG), about 11 km away.

How many countries can enter Croatia without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Croatia visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

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

Full source list on About.

About Croatia

Croatia, officially the Republic of Croatia, is a country in Central and Southeastern Europe, on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. It borders Slovenia to the northwest, Hungary to the northeast, Serbia to the east, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro to the southeast, and shares a maritime border with Italy to the west. The Croatian archipelago contains over 1,000 islands and islets, the largest overseas territory on the Adriatic Sea. Its capital, largest city and main cultural and economic centre is Zagreb. Major urban centres include Split, Rijeka, and Osijek. The country is composed of twenty counties spanning 56,594 square kilometres within four historical and cultural regions. Croatia has a population of nearly 3.9 million as of 2026.

CapitalZagreb

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population3.9M

Area56,594 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesCroatian

Calling code+385

Drives on theright

TimezoneZagreb (UTC+2)

Nearest airportZagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport (ZAG), 11 km

Emergency number112 / 192 / 93 / 94

UNESCO sites11

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$27,104 (2025)

Tourist arrivals21.6M (2020)

Climate in Zagreb

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

Monthly climate normals for Zagreb, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5.8°C	-2.1°C	22mm	201h
February	11.3°C	1.4°C	49mm	232h
March	12.3°C	3°C	40mm	264h
April	18.8°C	5.9°C	26mm	360h
May	20.4°C	10.1°C	95mm	329h
June	24.7°C	14.4°C	91mm	346h
July	26.6°C	16.4°C	115mm	389h
August	27.5°C	18°C	132mm	350h
September	23.1°C	13.2°C	63mm	323h
October	16.6°C	8.2°C	162mm	229h
November	8.7°C	3.5°C	44mm	148h
December	6°C	1.2°C	84mm	107h

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

Croatia is a Mediterranean country in Southeastern Europe, and is a part of the Balkans. Much of the tourist industry is concentrated along the coast. Nautical tourism is supported by marinas, while cultural tourism relies on the appeal of medieval coastal cities and cultural events taking place during the summer. Inland areas offer agrotourism, mountain resorts, and spas. Zagreb is a significant destination, rivalling major coastal cities and resorts. Croatia has unpolluted marine areas with nature reserves and 116 Blue Flag beaches. Croatia was ranked first in Europe for swimming water quality in 2022 by the European Environmental Agency.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Euphrasian Basilica
Garagnin-Fanfogna Palace
Historic City of Trogir
Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian
Old city (Dubrovnik)
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Q29000652
Stari Grad Plain
The Venetian Works of defence between 15th and 17th centuries

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026Dan svih svetih

November 18, 2026Dan sjećanja na žrtve Domovinskog rata

December 25, 2026Božić

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