North Macedonia•EuropeLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Business & Self-Employment
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-42 days
Application Fee
70 EUR
Stay Duration
1 to 3 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-stay visa for entrepreneurs and business owners establishing companies or operating as self-employed in North Macedonia. Can be valid up to 3 years or unlimited.
The Business Type D visa is for entrepreneurs and self-employed individuals establishing or operating businesses in North Macedonia. The duration depends on the business plan quality and applicant's financial resources, potentially extending to 3 years or unlimited period.
Annual Visa Allocation
20,000 visas per year
The Government of North Macedonia sets an annual quota for work permits and residence opinions; for 2024, the total is 20,000 engagements. A separate quota of 1,000 applicants applies specifically to the Citizenship by Investment program.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for business operation period
Detailed business plan
Project description, market analysis, financial projections for 1-3 years
Proof of capital
Bank statements showing sufficient funds to support business and living costs
Trade license or registration
Registration in home country if existing business, or proof of ability to establish
OptionalCriminal record certificate
Police clearance from country of origin
Health insurance
Valid health insurance for duration of stay
Business registration documents
For existing businesses, articles of association and company registration
OptionalTrack your documents or upload them for AI-powered review
Advantages
- No minimum hiring requirement if self-employed
- Can lead to permanent residency after 5 years
- Extended validity available (up to 3 years or unlimited)
- No dependent limit
- Business opportunity with low corporate tax (10%)
Considerations
- Requires detailed business plan
- Must demonstrate substantial capital
- Business viability assessment required
- Extended processing time (4-6 weeks)
Application Process
Prepare business plan
Develop detailed business plan with financial projections and market analysis
Demonstrate financial means
Provide bank statements and proof of capital to support business and living costs
Prepare documentation
Gather passport, business plan, financial documents, health insurance
Submit visa application
Apply at Macedonian consulate with all business and personal documentation
Pay visa fee
Pay 70 EUR visa fee
Await decision
Ministry evaluates business viability (4-6 weeks)
Collect visa
Receive Type D business visa
Register business
Upon arrival, register company with Central Trade Register and obtain temporary residence permit
Application Forms
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