1. Work Permit

A work permit is required for foreigners who wish to work in North Macedonia. To obtain a work permit:

Job Offer: You must receive a job offer from an employer in North Macedonia.

Permit Application: You need to apply for a work permit with your employment contract, employer's approval, and other necessary documents.

Application Form: You must fill out the work permit application form.

2. Education Permit

Students wishing to study in North Macedonia must obtain a student residency permit. In this process:

Acceptance Letter: You need to receive an acceptance letter from an educational institution in North Macedonia.

Documents: You must provide documents such as the acceptance letter, proof of financial support, and health insurance.

Application: You need to apply for a student residency permit and provide the necessary documents.

3. Family Reunification

For those who wish to obtain a residency permit for family reunification in North Macedonia:

Family Connection: You must have a blood relation or be married to a family member who is a North Macedonian citizen or a holder of a residency permit.

Documents: You need to provide documents proving family relationships, the legal status of the residency permit holder, and other necessary documents.

Application: You need to apply for a residency permit for family reunification and prepare the required documents.

4. Investment Permit

Special residency permits are available for those wishing to invest in North Macedonia:

Investment Plan: You must submit your investment plan and business model.

Documents: You need to apply with investment documents, proof of financial support, and a business plan.

Application: You need to apply for an investor residency permit and prepare the necessary documents.

5. Humanitarian Reasons and Protection

For those wishing to stay in North Macedonia for international protection or humanitarian reasons:

Protection Application: You need to apply for international protection or asylum.

Documents: You must prepare and submit the necessary documents for the protection application.

6. Residency Permit Application Process

The general process for applying for a residency permit includes the following steps:

Application Form: You need to fill out the application form for the relevant type of residency permit.

Required Documents: You must prepare identification documents, financial documents, health insurance, and other necessary documents.

Application Fee: You need to pay the fee determined for your application.

Application Review: Your application will be reviewed by the relevant government offices, and necessary checks will be made.

7. Residency Permit Renewal

When your residency permit expires, you must complete the renewal process in a timely manner. It is important to review the duration of your current residency permit, any changes, and the necessary documents when applying for renewal.