North Macedonia

Citizenship by Investment Program

Program Overview

North Macedonia introduced its Economic Citizenship Program in 2019, as detailed in the Law on Attracting Investment. This program offers international investors an opportunity to obtain North Macedonian citizenship by making significant financial investments.

Program Details

Time To Citizenship

2-5 months

Visa Free Travel

127 countries

Passport Rank

46th In the world

Minimum Investment

€200,000 EUR

No Residency Requirements

Citizenship Program Established in 2019

Country Overview

North Macedonia is a captivating landlocked country situated in the heart of the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe. The country is known for its diverse landscapes, from the rugged mountainous regions to the beautiful lakes of Ohrid and Prespa.

Often referred to as the "Pearl of the Balkans," North Macedonia has received numerous international accolades for its rich historical heritage and unique cultural blend of Eastern and Western influences.

North Macedonia is an enchanting country, known for its ancient archaeological sites like the city of Stobi, bustling bazaars, traditional Balkan cuisine, and warm hospitality. It offers an array of attractions from the breathtaking views of Mount Korab to the vibrant local life in the old bazaar of Skopje.

Capital

Skopje

Population

2 million

Language

Macedonian, Albanian

Currency

Macedonian Denar (MKD)

Exchange Rate

1 USD = 56.55 MKD

Government Type

Parliamentary Republic

Investment Options

Option 1:

There are two options to obtain citizenship by investment in North Macedonia:

To qualify for citizenship, adult applicants must invest €200,000 EUR in a private investment fund operating under the Republic of North Macedonia's laws for a minimum of two years.

Option 2:

Alternatively, adult applicants can make a direct investment of €400,000 EUR in new facilities (excluding restaurants or shopping establishments for hospitality) and employ a minimum of ten people indefinitely for a period of at least one year to be eligible for citizenship.

Visa-Free Travel Countries

127 Countries

* Visa on arrival

**eTA

Europe

  • Germany

  • Greece

  • Hungary

  • Iceland

  • Italy

  • Kosovo

  • Latvia

  • Liechtenstein

  • Lithuania

  • Luxembourg

  • Malta

  • Moldova

  • Monaco

  • Montenegro

  • Netherlands

  • Albania

  • Andorra

  • Armenia

  • Austria

  • Belarus

  • Belgium

  • Bosnia and Herzegovina

  • Bulgaria

  • Croatia

  • Czechia

  • Denmark

  • Estonia

  • Faroe Islands

  • Finland

  • France

  • Norway

  • Poland

  • Portugal

  • Romania

  • San Marino

  • Serbia

  • Slovakia

  • Slovenia

  • Spain

  • Sweden

  • Switzerland

  • Türkiye

  • Ukraine

  • Vatican City

Asia

  • Lebanon

  • Macao (SAR China)

  • Malaysia

  • Maldives

  • Nepal

  • Qatar

  • Bangladesh

  • Cambodia

  • Hong Kong (SAR China)

  • Japan

  • Kyrgyzstan

  • Laos

  • Singapore

  • Sri Lanka

  • Taiwan (Chinese Taipei

  • Timor-Leste

Americas

  • Aruba

  • Argentina

  • Bahamas

  • Barbados

  • Bolivia

  • Bonaire; St. Eustatius and Saba

  • Brazil

  • Chile

  • Colombia

  • Cuba

  • Curacao

  • Dominica

  • Dominican Republic

  • Ecuador

  • El Salvador

  • French Guiana

  • French West Indies

  • Greenland

  • Guatemala

  • Haiti

  • Honduras

  • Jamaica

  • Nicaragua

  • Panama

  • Peru

  • St. Kitts and Nevis

  • St. Maarten

  • St. Vincent and the Grenadines

  • Suriname

Africa

  • Burundi

  • Cape Verde Islands

  • Comoro Islands

  • Djibouti

  • eSwatini

  • Ethiopia

  • Guinea-Bissau

  • Kenya

  • Lesotho

  • Malawi

  • Mauritania

  • Mauritius

  • Mayotte

  • Mozambique

  • Reunion

  • Rwanda

  • Seychelles

  • Somalia

  • Tanzania

  • The Gambia

  • Togo

  • Tunisia

  • Zambia

  • Zimbabwe

Oceania

  • New Caledonia

  • Niue

  • Palau Islands

  • Cook Islands

  • French Polynesia

  • Micronesia

  • Samoa

  • Tuvalu

Middle East

  • Cyprus

  • Egypt

  • Iran

  • Israel

  • Jordan

  • Oman

  • Palestinian Territory

*The list of countries is subject to variations depending on each government's policy and so is access to these countries.

30th member of the NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) since 2020

Member of the United Nations since 1993

32nd Member of the Council of Europe in 1995

Member of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) since 1993

Member of the World Health Organization (WHO)

Member of the World Trade Organization since its inception in 2003

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