🇲🇰 North Macedonia · General Residence
Long-Stay Visa for the Republic of North Macedonia — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum annual salary | €40,000 |
| Minimum investment | €40,000 |
| Age range | 1–100 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €60 |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
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.
“A foreigner who is granted temporary stay for a specific purpose may stay in the Republic of Macedonia only for the purpose for which he/she has been granted temporary residence”
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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 2026-06-23.