Macedonian visa for Syrian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Syrian passport holders visiting North Macedonia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Syrian citizens to enter North Macedonia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | North Macedonia e-visa for Syrian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | North Macedonia visa on arrival for Syrian citizens | Not Available | |
North Macedonia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Syrian 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 Syria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of North Macedonia nearest your place of residence.
- Ankara: The Embassy of in Ankara, ~ 782.60 kilometers (486.29 mi) away from Damascus, Syria. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 18 minutes).
- Cairo: The Embassy of in Cairo, ~ 903.43 kilometers (561.36 mi) away from Damascus, Syria. (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 Syria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Syria traveling to North Macedonia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Syria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 | N/A |
| 2017 | 6 | 20.00% |
| 2018 | 7 | 16.67% |
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 & Syria comparison
North Macedonia's area is approximately 25,220 km2 (9,737 sq mi), while the area of Syria is approximately 183,630 km2 (70,899 sq mi). This means Syria is 7.28 times bigger than North Macedonia.
As of October 2025, North Macedonia's population is ~2.1 million people - 17,622,366 fewer people than the population of Syria.
We have highlighted North Macedonia & Syria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| North Macedonia | Syria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,083,374 | 19,705,740 | 17.6 million fewer people live in North Macedonia than Syria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 55 | 45 | North Macedonia has 10 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Syria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 8 | North Macedonia passport holders can visit 74 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 41 | 71 | Macedonian hosts 30 fewer foreign missions than Syria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Syria travel to North Macedonia in one year?
The number of visitors from Syria visiting North Macedonia in 2018 was approximately 7.
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Useful Information
- Skopje to Damascus: 1854.58 km (1152.38 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 51 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025