Macedonian visa for Greek citizens
A visa is NOT required for Greek passport holders visiting North Macedonia for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Greek citizens to enter North Macedonia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | North Macedonia e-visa for Greek citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | North Macedonia visa on arrival for Greek citizens | Not Available | |
North Macedonia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Greek passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in North Macedonia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from North Macedonia.
If you are looking for North Macedonia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Greece, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of North Macedonia nearest your place of residence.
- Athens: The Embassy of North Macedonia in Athens, Greece (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 48 minutes)
- Thessaloniki: The Consulate General of North Macedonia in Thessaloniki, Greece (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 48 minutes)
North Macedonia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest North Macedonia diplomatic mission offices to Greece for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Greece traveling to North Macedonia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Greece) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 36,887 | N/A |
| 2009 | 38,440 | 4.21% |
| 2010 | 40,382 | 5.05% |
| 2011 | 38,052 | -5.77% |
| 2012 | 39,993 | 5.10% |
| 2013 | 40,382 | 0.97% |
| 2014 | 39,217 | -2.88% |
| 2015 | 38,829 | -0.99% |
| 2016 | 40,504 | 4.31% |
| 2017 | 44,931 | 10.93% |
| 2018 | 40,947 | -8.87% |
| 2019 | 57,578 | 40.62% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
North Macedonia & Greece comparison
North Macedonia's area is approximately 25,220 km2 (9,737 sq mi), while the area of Greece is approximately 128,900 km2 (49,768 sq mi). This means Greece is 5.11 times bigger than North Macedonia.
As of October 2025, North Macedonia's population is ~2.1 million people - 8,089,526 fewer people than the population of Greece.
We have highlighted North Macedonia & Greece’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| North Macedonia | Greece | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,083,374 | 10,172,900 | 8.1 million fewer people live in North Macedonia than Greece |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 55 | 135 | North Macedonia has 80 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Greece. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 141 | North Macedonia passport holders visit 59 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 41 | 249 | Macedonian hosts 208 fewer foreign missions than Greece. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Greece travel to North Macedonia in one year?
The number of visitors from Greece visiting North Macedonia in 2019 was approximately 57,578.
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