North MacedoniaKosovo: Visa-free

North MacedoniaKosovo

Do North Macedonia passport holders need a visa for Kosovo?

Visa-free

No. North Macedonia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Kosovo for tourism.

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

Source: ambasadat.net (checked July 19, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance75 km, straight line (~35m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Kosovo147 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Kosovo passport holders visiting North Macedonia: Visa required.

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 Kosovo?

No. North Macedonia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Kosovo for tourism.

How far is Kosovo from North Macedonia?

About 75 km in a straight line, roughly ~35m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Kosovo?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Kosovo?

112.

What time zone is Kosovo in?

Belgrade (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Pristina?

Priština Adem Jashari International Airport (PRN), about 9 km away.

How many countries can enter Kosovo without a visa?

147 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Kosovo 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

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About Kosovo

Kosovo, officially the Republic of Kosovo, is a landlocked country in Southeast Europe with partial diplomatic recognition. It is bordered by Albania to the southwest, Montenegro to the west, Serbia to the north and east, and North Macedonia to the southeast. It covers an area of 10,887 km2 (4,203 sq mi) and has a population of nearly 1.6 million, of whom the vast majority are ethnic Albanians. Kosovo has a varied terrain, with high plains along with rolling hills and mountains, some of which have an altitude over 2,500 m (8,200 ft). Its climate is mainly continental with some Mediterranean and Alpine influences. Kosovo's capital and most populous city is Pristina; other major cities and urban areas include Prizren, Ferizaj, Gjilan, and Peja.

CapitalPristina

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population1.6M

Area10,908 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesAlbanian, Serbian

Calling code+383

Drives on theright

TimezoneBelgrade (UTC+2)

Nearest airportPriština Adem Jashari International Airport (PRN), 9 km

Emergency number112

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$7,899 (2025)

Climate in Pristina

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

Monthly climate normals for Pristina, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5.4°C	-3.8°C	30mm	236h
February	9.2°C	-1°C	50mm	224h
March	11°C	0.6°C	64mm	226h
April	16.1°C	3.8°C	80mm	308h
May	20.5°C	9.1°C	78mm	323h
June	22.8°C	13°C	76mm	384h
July	27.3°C	14.8°C	16mm	424h
August	27.4°C	15.6°C	89mm	366h
September	24.3°C	12.5°C	27mm	339h
October	17.4°C	7.4°C	82mm	270h
November	10.6°C	1.7°C	5mm	228h
December	8°C	0.4°C	59mm	183h

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

Kosovo (Albanian: Kosova or Kosovë is a largely mountainous country in the Balkan region of Europe. Its attractions for travelers include its archaeological and religious heritage, natural beauty, hiking and skiing. Kosovo has Ottoman, Christian Orthodox and modernist heritage to share with the world. Being still new to tourists, Kosovars are welcoming to foreign visitors and happy to help. Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia in 2008, which still opposes the act.

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