North Macedonia•EuropePermanent Residence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
42-56 days
Application Fee
100 EUR
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
Yes
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
Permanent residence status granted to foreign nationals after 5 continuous years of temporary residence. No term limits and provides long-term settlement rights.
Permanent Residence Permit is granted to foreign nationals who have continuously resided in North Macedonia for at least 5 years on temporary residence permits. This represents settlement status with no term limits.
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Requirements
Language
Macedonian
Basic
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid throughout permanent residence application
5-year residence record
All temporary residence permits from past 5 years showing continuous residence
Proof of stable income
Employment contracts, business registration, pension documents showing financial stability
Proof of accommodation
Current rental agreement or property ownership documentation
Health insurance
Valid health insurance
Criminal record certificate
Current police clearance or confirmation of clean record during residence period
Integration evidence
Language proficiency, community involvement, or employment history in country
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Advantages
- Unlimited validity
- No renewal requirements
- Settlement status
- Can apply for citizenship after 8 years total residence
- Family members can obtain residency
Considerations
- Requires 5 years minimum residence
- Requires proof of stable income and integration
- Cannot have criminal record
- Extended processing time (6-8 weeks)
Application Process
Complete 5-year residence
Maintain continuous temporary residence permit for minimum 5 years
Demonstrate integration
Show stable residence, employment/income, housing, and clean record
Prepare documentation
Gather 5 years of temporary residence permits, employment/income proof, housing proof
Submit permanent residence application
Apply at Ministry of Interior for permanent residence permit
Pay permanent residence fee
Pay 100 EUR permanent residence permit fee
Ministry review
Ministry evaluates continuous residence, financial stability, and integration (6-8 weeks)
Receive permanent residence permit
Permanent residence permit issued without expiration date
Application Forms
Permanent Residence Permit Application
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