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North Macedonia Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

Visa Free

UK citizens can visit North Macedonia visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for tourism or business; no visa application is required, just a valid passport.

Guide last updated October 6, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for the entire duration of your stay in North Macedonia (held valid through your departure date).
  • No visa or entry permit required for stays up to 90 days.
  • Return or onward travel ticket may be requested by border officials.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or address of host) recommended.
  • Sufficient funds for the stay (no fixed minimum enforced, but be ready to show a bank card or cash).
  • Travel health insurance is not mandatory but strongly recommended, as UK GHIC/EHIC does not cover North Macedonia.
  • No biometrics or photos required for visa-free entry.

Visa types

  • As a UK citizen you do not need to apply for any visa for tourism, business meetings, or family visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
  • Short-stay visa-free entry: covers tourism, business, and transit; 90 days per rolling 180-day window; single or multiple entries.
  • Long-stay residence permit: required only if you plan to stay beyond 90 days, work, or study - applied for in-country at the Ministry of Interior after arrival, not a visa issued abroad.

Entry conditions

  • You may enter North Macedonia visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
  • No work is permitted under the visa-free entry; a work permit and residence permit are required for employment.
  • On arrival, a border officer will stamp your passport; make sure this is done as proof of legal entry.
  • If you wish to stay beyond 90 days, you must apply for a residence permit through the Ministry of Interior before your visa-free period expires.
  • Overstaying can result in fines and a re-entry ban.

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee - entry is free for stays up to 90 days.
  • No processing time, as no application is needed in advance.
  • A residence permit application for longer stays costs around EUR 30-50 and takes 2-4 weeks through local authorities.
  • Express or priority processing is not applicable to visa-free entry.

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

  • Carry your passport at all times; North Macedonian police can request ID checks.
  • Keep a copy of your travel insurance policy and booking confirmations in case border officials ask.
  • If flying via Schengen countries en route, remember Schengen's own 90/180-day rule runs separately from North Macedonia's - track both limits if you combine trips.
  • Check the FCDO travel advice for North Macedonia before departure for any regional updates.
  • Extensions beyond 90 days are rarely granted for tourists - plan longer trips as a residence permit application instead.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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