North Macedonia•EuropeLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Family Reunification
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-42 days
Application Fee
70 EUR
Stay Duration
1 year
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 family members (spouse, children) of North Macedonian citizens or temporary residents seeking to reunite with family in North Macedonia.
The Family Reunification Type D visa allows spouses and minor children of North Macedonian citizens or temporary residents to join their family members. Dependents can include spouses, minor children, and sometimes dependent parents.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for duration of intended stay
Relationship proof documents
Marriage certificate, birth certificate, or legal custody documents
Sponsor's residence documents
Sponsor's temporary residence permit or citizenship proof
Accommodation proof
Rental agreement or property ownership showing sufficient space
Health insurance
Valid health insurance for duration of stay
Criminal record certificate
Police clearance from country of origin
Financial support proof
Evidence that sponsor can financially support family members
Sponsor Documents
Family reunification application
Submitted to Ministry of Interior
Proof of stable income
Employment contract or business documents
Accommodation proof
Sufficient space for family members
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Advantages
- Allows family unity
- Can lead to permanent residency after 5 years
- Renewable annually
- Straightforward family relationship verification
Considerations
- Dependent on sponsor status
- Requires stable accommodation
- Requires proof of financial support
- Cannot sponsor if not citizens or residents
Application Process
Establish family relationship
Identify sponsor in North Macedonia (citizen or temporary resident) and gather relationship documents
Sponsor applies for family reunion
Sponsor submits application to Ministry of Interior with family relationship proof
Ministry evaluation
Ministry assesses family relationship and housing arrangements
Prepare visa application
Gather passport, relationship documents, health insurance, accommodation proof
Submit visa application
Apply at Macedonian consulate with family reunion approval
Pay visa fee
Pay 70 EUR visa fee
Await decision
Processing typically takes 4-6 weeks
Collect visa
Receive Type D family reunion visa
Register with authorities
Register with Ministry of Interior within 5 days of arrival to obtain temporary residence permit
Application Forms
Type D Family Reunification Visa Application Form
Family Reunification Application to Ministry of Interior
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