Bulgarian visa for Macedonian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Macedonian passport holders visiting Bulgaria for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Macedonian citizens to enter Bulgaria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Bulgaria e-visa for Macedonian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bulgaria visa on arrival for Macedonian citizens | Not Available | |
Bulgaria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Macedonian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bulgaria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bulgaria.
If you are looking for Bulgaria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from North Macedonia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.
- Skopje: The Embassy of Bulgaria in Skopje, North Macedonia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 3 minutes)
- Bitola: The Consulate General of Bulgaria in Bitola, North Macedonia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 3 minutes)
Bulgaria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bulgaria diplomatic mission offices to North Macedonia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from North Macedonia traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (North Macedonia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 480,749 | N/A |
| 2009 | 521,233 | 8.42% |
| 2010 | 521,233 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 526,294 | 0.97% |
| 2012 | 531,354 | 0.96% |
| 2013 | 526,294 | -0.95% |
| 2014 | 500,991 | -4.81% |
| 2015 | 506,052 | 1.01% |
| 2016 | 562,365 | 11.13% |
| 2017 | 583,026 | 3.67% |
| 2018 | 609,591 | 4.56% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bulgaria & North Macedonia comparison
Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of North Macedonia is approximately 25,220 km2 (9,737 sq mi). This means North Macedonia is 4.30 times smaller than Bulgaria.
As of October 2025, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 4,607,978 more people than the population of North Macedonia.
We have highlighted Bulgaria & North Macedonia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bulgaria | North Macedonia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,691,352 | 2,083,374 | 4.6 million more people live in Bulgaria than North Macedonia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 155 | 55 | Bulgaria has 100 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with North Macedonia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 82 | Bulgaria passport holders can visit 47 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 164 | 41 | Bulgarian hosts 123 more foreign missions than North Macedonia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from North Macedonia travel to Bulgaria in one year?
The number of visitors from North Macedonia visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 609,591.
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Useful Information
- Sofia to Skopje: 390.61 km (242.72 mi)
- Travel time: 48 minutes
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