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title: North Macedonia visa for citizens of Bulgaria
description: Citizens of Bulgaria can visit North Macedonia without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# North Macedonia visa for citizens of Bulgaria

Citizens of Bulgaria can visit North Macedonia without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-Free · Tourist (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (approx. €50-100 per day)

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Border** — Enter via Skopje Airport or any land border crossing (Albania, Greece, Bulgaria, Serbia, Kosovo).
2. **Queue at Passport Control** — Follow signs to passport control; use 'All Passports' lane if not EU/Macedonian citizen.
3. **Present Passport and Documents** — Hand over passport and any requested documents (onward ticket, accommodation, funds).
4. **Answer Questions About Stay** — State purpose (tourism, business, transit), exact length of stay, and accommodation details.
5. **Receive Entry Stamp** — Passport is stamped with entry date; this starts your 90-day countdown.
6. **Collect Baggage and Clear Customs** — Proceed to baggage claim, then choose green (nothing to declare) or red channel as needed.
7. **Register with Police (if applicable)** — Hotels register automatically; private stay guests must register at nearest police station within 24 hours.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond planned departure from North Macedonia.
- **Return or Onward Ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel demonstrating intention to leave within permitted period.
- **Proof of Accommodation** (Travel): Hotel confirmation, letter of invitation from host, or rental agreement.
- **Proof of Sufficient Funds** (Financial): Bank statements, cash, or credit cards showing approx. €50-100 per day.
- **Travel Health Insurance** (Supporting, optional): Not legally required but recommended; EU citizens should carry EHIC.
- **Currency Declaration Form** (Financial, optional): Required only if carrying €10,000 or more in cash or monetary instruments.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** €50-100 per day
- bank statements
- cash
- credit cards

No official minimum stated; €50-100 per day is commonly accepted as sufficient.

## Good to know

- Entry requirements can change at any time; always verify with official government sources before traveling.
- North Macedonia is outside the Schengen Area; your 90-day stay does not count against Schengen limits.
- If staying in private accommodation, you must register with police within 24 hours of arrival or face issues when departing.
- No eVisa or ETA system exists as of early 2026; unofficial sites may charge for non-existent services.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months beyond planned departure** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months after your planned exit from North Macedonia.
- **Insufficient funds for stay** — Carry bank statements, cash, or credit cards showing at least €50-100 per day of stay.
- **Lack of onward or return ticket** — Always have a confirmed onward or return ticket ready to show border officers.
- **Failure to register with police within 24 hours (private stays)** — If staying in private accommodation, register yourself or have your host register at the nearest police station within 24 hours.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Bulgaria need a visa for North Macedonia?

Citizens of Bulgaria can visit North Macedonia without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-Free · Tourist (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Bulgaria stay in North Macedonia?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Bulgaria need for North Macedonia?

Valid Passport; Return or Onward Ticket; Proof of Accommodation; Proof of Sufficient Funds; Travel Health Insurance; Currency Declaration Form.

### How long must my passport be valid for North Macedonia?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- North Macedonia Visa & Entry Requirements (2026) (thingstodoinnorthmacedonia.com, third-party site)
- North Macedonia Visa Requirements for Bulgarian citizens in 2026 (visarequirements.info, third-party site)
- North Macedonia Visa Requirements for Bulgaria Citizens 2026 ... (eammu.com, third-party site)

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- [North Macedonia visa for every passport](/visa/north-macedonia)
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