🇲🇰 North Macedonia · Employer-sponsored work
Specialisation, vocational training and practical training — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum annual salary | MKD 16,800 |
| Proof of savings | €81 |
| Minimum investment | €649 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://mfa.gov.mk/en-GB/konzularni-uslugi/vidovi-vizi-za-vlez-vo-rsm.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Temporary residence is granted to a foreigner who intends to stay in the Republic of Macedonia for the following reasons: Work ... Specialisation, vocational training and practical training”
“the applicant should submit the documents corresponding to the visa type upon receiving a decision on granting temporary residence by the Ministry of Interior”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.