Poland→North Macedonia
Poland to North Macedonia
Do I need a visa for North Macedonia?
A visa or travel authorisation is not required for this tourist trip. You may board and enter North Macedonia with your passport only; this entry does not permit paid work or study.
Which documents do I need?
You must travel with a passport. A national identity card, a driving licence and a temporary passport are not accepted for entry on this route. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of entry.
Are vaccinations required for North Macedonia?
No vaccinations are required to enter North Macedonia for this route. You should still review routine vaccination recommendations from your national health authority before travel.
How long can I stay, and can I extend it?
The permitted length of stay for this route is not specified here. If you need to extend a stay or have questions about permitted duration, contact Macedonian consular services for advice.
Can children travel on this route?
Children under 18 need only the accepted travel document (a passport) to travel; no additional parental-consent letters or notarised permissions are required for this tourist route.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance is recommended but is not a condition of entry. Official guidance recommends insurance that covers treatment in private clinics and medical transport, and notes that the European Health Insurance Card (EKUZ) does not apply in North Macedonia.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my Polish ID card or temporary passport instead of a passport?
A Polish passport is required to enter North Macedonia on this tourist trip. A national identity card, a driving licence and a temporary passport are not accepted for entry on this route.
How long must my passport be valid?
Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you enter North Macedonia.
Will I need to prove I have enough money for the trip?
You will not be asked to show proof of funds on arrival for this tourist route; showing bank statements or cash is not required as an entry condition.
Do I have to complete an arrival card or register when I land?
No arrival card or registration on arrival is required for this route; there is no entry form you must complete on arrival.
What documents do children need to travel with me?
Children under 18 travelling to North Macedonia on this tourist route need only the accepted travel document (a passport); no additional parental-consent letters or notarised permissions are required.
My passport is nearly full / slightly damaged — is that a problem?
If your passport is damaged or largely full you risk being refused boarding or entry. Carry a passport in good condition with the required remaining validity.
Do I need to apply at the embassy or online before I travel?
You do not need to apply anywhere before travel for this tourist permission; you may travel with your passport only. The Macedonian embassy or consulate in Poland exists to provide consular help if you need it.
Where can I get help from Macedonian authorities while in Poland?
If you need consular assistance while planning or during travel, contact the Macedonian embassy or consulate in Poland; their website is listed as a source of consular information.
Can I work or take a short course while on this visit?
This tourist entry does not permit paid work or study in North Macedonia; the entry permission for a short visit excludes undertaking paid employment or study.
Is there an electronic travel authorisation or e-visa I must get first?
There is no travel authorisation, ETA or e-visa required on this route; you board with your passport only.
What will airline or border officers actually check?
Border officers or airline staff will check your passport and its remaining validity. Have your passport ready at check-in and at the border to show at least three months’ validity beyond your entry date.
Can I use my EHIC / EKUZ for medical care in North Macedonia?
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC/EKUZ) is not valid in North Macedonia; the guidance specifically notes the EHIC does not apply there.
Do I need to register with local authorities after I arrive?
There is no requirement to register your arrival with local authorities on this tourist route, so you do not need to complete any arrival registration process.
So what is the minimum I must carry to avoid problems at the border?
You may travel to North Macedonia without showing a visa or travel authorisation in advance; bring only your valid passport and any recommended travel insurance you choose to buy.
Where do I get the visa?
No pre-travel application is required for this tourist permission — you travel with your passport only. The Macedonian embassy or consulate in Poland provides consular help and information but is not an application route for this permission.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 5, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 3 months beyond your trip.
- Travel insurance
Not required to enter, but treatment is charged to visitors — worth a policy that covers repatriation.
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: North Macedonia — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Read our travel guides
Local know-how, seasons and etiquette — the things a border does not check but a trip depends on.
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More about North Macedonia
Europe
- Capital
- Skopje
- Currency
- Denar (MKD)
- Known for
- Lake Ohrid, Mother Teresa, ancient monasteries
- Food
- Ajvar, Tavče Gravçe, Burek