Visitor & short-stay visas
North Macedonian Visa-free short stay
For many nationalities who can enter North Macedonia without a visa for short tourism or business visits of up to 90 days.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The precise visa-free nationality list and whether the 90/180 count is independent of the Schengen count should be reconfirmed on the official MFA page for each nationality.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official North Macedonia government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Visa-free entry (visa policy of North Macedonia)
- Route type
- Visa exemption for short stays
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
- North Macedonia applies its own 90/180 limit; confirm for your nationality
- Permitted activities
- Tourism, visits, business meetings — no work or study
Who it is for
- Citizens of EU member states and Schengen-area countries (incl. Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein)
- Nationals of most EU Visa Code Annex II countries (e.g. US, Canada, Australia, Japan)
- Short-term visitors who will not work, study long-term or settle
What you can do
- Tourism and visiting family or friends
- Attend business meetings, conferences and events
- Stay within the permitted visa-free period only
How to apply
- No visa application is required for eligible nationalities
- Enter with a valid travel document and evidence of purpose, accommodation and means if asked
- Check your nationality on the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs entry-requirements page before travelling
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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- SHORT STAYNON-VISA-FREEUP TO 90 DAYSShort-Stay and Transit Visa (Type C)For nationals who are not visa-free, this short-stay visa allows visits and transit of up to 90 days.View visa details
- SHORT STAYAIRPORT TRANSITAirport Transit Visa (Type A)For travellers passing through the international transit zone of a North Macedonian airport without entering the country.View visa details
