Macedonian visa for Swiss citizens
A visa is NOT required for Swiss passport holders visiting North Macedonia for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Swiss citizens to enter North Macedonia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | North Macedonia e-visa for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | North Macedonia visa on arrival for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
North Macedonia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swiss 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 Switzerland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of North Macedonia nearest your place of residence.
- Bern: The Embassy of North Macedonia in Bern, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 21 minutes)
- Geneva: The Consulate General of North Macedonia in Geneva, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 21 minutes)
North Macedonia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest North Macedonia diplomatic mission offices to Switzerland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Switzerland traveling to North Macedonia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Switzerland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,863 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,766 | -1.99% |
| 2010 | 4,766 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 4,718 | -1.01% |
| 2012 | 4,863 | 3.07% |
| 2013 | 4,766 | -1.99% |
| 2014 | 4,911 | 3.04% |
| 2015 | 4,815 | -1.95% |
| 2016 | 4,589 | -4.69% |
| 2017 | 6,437 | 40.27% |
| 2018 | 8,098 | 25.80% |
| 2019 | 8,622 | 6.47% |
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 & Switzerland comparison
North Macedonia's area is approximately 25,220 km2 (9,737 sq mi), while the area of Switzerland is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi). This means Switzerland is 56.69% larger than North Macedonia.
As of October 2025, North Macedonia's population is ~2.1 million people - 6,891,469 fewer people than the population of Switzerland.
We have highlighted North Macedonia & Switzerland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| North Macedonia | Switzerland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,083,374 | 8,974,843 | 6.9 million fewer people live in North Macedonia than Switzerland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 55 | 146 | North Macedonia has 91 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Switzerland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 142 | North Macedonia passport holders visit 60 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 41 | 268 | Macedonian hosts 227 fewer foreign missions than Switzerland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Switzerland travel to North Macedonia in one year?
The number of visitors from Switzerland visiting North Macedonia in 2019 was approximately 8,622.
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