North Macedonia Visa
Do you need a visa to visit North Macedonia? Find your nearest North Macedonia Embassy.
Visit Government WebsiteHolders with a valid Type “C” multiple entrance visa or a Schengen Area residence permit may visit North Macedonia for up to 15 days without a visa if their visa is Type “C” multiple entry. Since the 27th of February, 2019, temporary residency permits have been accepted. Holders of a valid visa from the United Kingdom, Canada, or the United States are permitted to visit North Macedonia for up to 15 days without a visa.
Who needs a visa to North Macedonia
If you are from any of the following Countries, you will not require a visa, if you are not from these Countries, you will require a visa before entering.
- The United Kingdom
- Canada
- The United States
For more information on visas to North Macedonia, you can visit their Embassy page.
Visit Embassy PageEntry into North Macedonia
There are no COVID-19 travel restrictions from Ireland to North Macedonia. There is no requirement to present vaccination or testing certificates for COVID-19. Most trips to North Macedonia are without incident. Visitors to the country should exercise caution and avoid street protests in particular. You should always heed the advice of local authorities.
Criteria to apply for a North Macedonia Visa
You will need:
Valid passport. The passport must have at least two blank pages and be in good condition.
Submission form Sign and complete the application form in its entirety.
Fee payment.
Healthcare coverage.
Accommodation evidence.
Bank statement.
Two passport photographs.
Invitational letter.
Processing Time For North Macedonia Visas
Visa processing for North Macedonia takes seven business days.
Appointment Waiting Times
Appointments can take between four and six weeks from the date an application is filed.
Who Can Visit North Macedonia Without a Visa?
Those with a UN passport. Those having a valid visa from the United Kingdom, Canada, or the United States may enter North Macedonia visa-free for up to 15 days. Belarusian holders of diplomatic passports may also enter without a visa.
For detailed information on specific parts of the general visa process, you can refer to the links below to find the answer to your query. If you are unable to find any particular information, please contact us via email.
North Macedonia Visa Types
The types of visas available are:
- Airport transit (A) visa.
- Visa for short-term (C) stays.
- Long-stay (D) visa.
What To Do If Your North Macedonia Visa is Refused
Everyone now has the right to contest this verdict. A standard document is provided by the embassy of the Member State that denied the visa to notify the applicant of the decision to deny a North Macedonia visa and the reasons for such refusal.