North Macedonia Citizenship by Investment (2025)

Overview

North Macedonia, a Southeast European nation, has a population of approximately 2.1 million people and covers 25,713 km². The official currency is the Macedonian Denar (MKD). Citizens enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 125 countries, including the Schengen Area, Turkey, and Japan. Launched in 2016 and updated in 2021, the CBI program remains on hold as of 2025, pending EU alignment.

Investment Options

💰 Private Investment Fund - €200,000 (held for 2 years)
🏢 Business Investment - €400,000 (new facility, employs 10+ people for 1 year)
⚠️ Note: Program currently inactive; no approvals issued as of 2025

Key Benefits

🌍 Visa-free travel to 125+ countries, including Schengen Area
🇪🇺 EU candidate status (potential membership by late 2020s)
🛂 Dual citizenship permitted
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Includes spouse and children under 18
🏡 No residency or language requirement
💼 Strategic trade location in Southeast Europe

Comparison with Other Citizenship-by-Investment Programs

Country	Minimum Investment	Processing Time	Visa-Free Countries	Residency Requirement
North Macedonia	€200,000	3-6 months (on hold)	125	None
Dominica	$100,000 (EDF)	3-5 months	145	None
Antigua & Barbuda	$230,000 (NDF)	3-6 months	153	5 days in 5 years
Malta	€690,000	12-18 months	184	12 months

Step-by-Step Application Guide

Applying for North Macedonia’s citizenship-by-investment program (if active) involves these steps:

1Engage an Agent: Work with a government-approved agent to prepare your application.
2Submit Documents: Provide identification, proof of funds, and clean criminal record.
3Pay Fees: Submit €50,000 (main applicant), €20,000 (spouse), €10,000 (per child).
4Due Diligence: Government conducts background checks.
5Make Investment: Transfer €200,000 (fund) or €400,000 (business).
6Approval: Receive citizenship approval (currently delayed).
7Biometrics & Passport: Visit North Macedonia for biometrics and passport issuance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

⏳ How long does the process take?

Typically 3-6 months, but currently on hold as of 2025.

🏝️ Do I need to live in North Macedonia?

No, there’s no residency requirement.

👨‍👩‍👧 Can my family be included?

Yes, spouse (after 1 year) and children under 18 can be included.

Official Resources

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