Long-Stay Visa (Type D) — Religious Activities

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Long-Stay Visa (Type D) — Religious Activities

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

21-42 days

Application Fee

70 EUR

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Temporary residence for foreign nationals intending to conduct religious work or perform rites as members of registered religious communities.

This visa category is intended for foreign nationals who are members of a registered religious community in North Macedonia and intend to perform religious rites or work. Applicants must first secure a temporary residence permit from the Ministry of Interior before applying for the visa at a consulate. The visa is restricted to the specific religious activities for which it was granted.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	1 year
Extension increments	1 year

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Prior approval of temporary residence from the Ministry of Interior

Official documentation from the religious organization

Proof of accommodation

Valid health insurance

Proof of financial means

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Official documentation from religious organization

Proof of accommodation

Health insurance

Proof of financial means

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows long-term stay for religious service
Renewable status

Worth Knowing

Requires prior approval from Ministry of Interior
Work is strictly limited to religious activities
Religious community not registered in North Macedonia

Application Process

Obtain temporary residence approval from Ministry of Interior

Apply for Type D visa at diplomatic-consular mission

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Overview

Temporary residence for foreign nationals intending to conduct religious work or perform rites as members of registered religious communities.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Prior approval of temporary residence from the Ministry of Interior

Official documentation from the religious organization

Proof of accommodation

Valid health insurance

Proof of financial means

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Official documentation from religious organization

Proof of accommodation

Health insurance

Proof of financial means