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Learn everything you need to know about getting a Vietnam visa as a Macedonian passport holder, including the 2026 eVisa process, costs, and travel options.
Vietnam Visa Requirements for Macedonians
As of 2026, citizens of North Macedonia are required to hold a valid visa to enter Vietnam. Macedonian passport holders are eligible to apply for the Vietnam eVisa.
The Vietnam eVisa allows for tourism, business, or visiting relatives, and can be issued for stays up to 90 days with single or multiple entries.
To apply for an eVisa, you will need:
- A Macedonian passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned date of arrival in Vietnam.
- At least two blank pages in your passport for immigration stamps.
- A digital passport-sized photo (straight-facing, no glasses, white background).
- A clear scan of your passport's bio-data page.
- A valid email address to receive the visa outcome.
- A credit or debit card for paying the processing fee.
How to Apply for the eVisa from North Macedonia
As there is no Vietnamese Embassy in North Macedonia, travelers can apply for an eVisa online:
- Fill out the online application: Go to our Vietnam Visa Application page and provide your travel details, personal information, and entry/exit dates.
- Upload Documents: Upload your passport data page image and your portrait photo.
- Pay the Fee: Securely pay the visa fee using a credit or debit card.
- Receive Your eVisa: Your application will be processed within 3-5 working days. Once approved, the eVisa will be sent to your email.
- Print and Travel: Print a physical copy of your eVisa and present it along with your passport when you arrive at one of the 83 eligible entry ports in Vietnam.
Visa Processing Fees
The government fee for a Vietnam eVisa is standard for all eligible nationalities:
- Single-entry eVisa (up to 90 days): $25 USD
- Multiple-entry eVisa (up to 90 days): $50 USD
Please note that your bank may apply a foreign transaction fee when paying the USD amount with a Macedonian card.
Flights from Skopje to Vietnam
Currently, there are no direct flights connecting North Macedonia to Vietnam. Travelers departing from Skopje International Airport (SKP) will typically need to book a flight with one or more layovers to reach major Vietnamese hubs like Noi Bai (HAN) in Hanoi or Tan Son Nhat (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City.
Popular Routes & Airlines:
- Via Istanbul (IST): Turkish Airlines offers connections from Skopje to Istanbul, and then onward to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
- Via the Middle East: Routes are available through hubs like Doha (DOH) or Dubai (DXB) using combinations of airlines such as Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways, or Emirates.
The total travel time usually ranges from 15 to 20 hours depending on transit duration.
Vietnamese Embassy Information for North Macedonia
There is no Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate located in North Macedonia.
If you require consular assistance or a traditional paper visa (e.g., for diplomatic purposes), you must contact a Vietnamese diplomatic mission in a neighboring country. The Embassy of Vietnam in Sofia, Bulgaria, is the closest primary point of contact for Macedonian citizens.
Embassy of Vietnam in Bulgaria:
- Address: ul. "Jetvarka" No. 1, Sofia 1113, Bulgaria
- Phone: (+359) 2 963 2609
- Email: [email protected]
For tourism and standard business purposes, the Vietnam eVisa is sufficient and eliminates the need to visit an embassy.