North Macedonia is your pathway to freedom with a European passport.
Live and work in Europe and enjoy visa-free travel to 127 destinations worldwide, including Europe's Schengen Area, Hong Kong, Japan, Bulgaria, Serbia, Greece, Montenegro, Singapore, and Türkiye.
A soon-to-be EU sovereign that is a member of NATO.
Get a North Macedonian passport blazingly fast with the citizenship by investment program.
A business and tax-friendly jurisdiction in the Balkans.
North Macedonia allows dual citizenship for you and your family. No restrictions.
Requirements and eligibility under the North Macedonia Citizenship by Investment program
Not having entered or stayed illegally in North Macedonia
Submitting a detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
Showing proof of sound financial standing and necessary funds for investment
Investment Options to Acquire North Macedonian Citizenship
5 Steps in the North Macedonia Citizenship by Investment program
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Pros and Cons of Getting North Macedonian Citizenship By Investment
Benefits
Drawbacks and risks
Visa-free travel: A North Macedonian passport allows visa-free travel to over 120 countries, including the Schengen Area, Japan, and Singapore.
Uncertainty about the €200,000 option: The most affordable investment option, a €200,000 donation, has not resulted in any successful applications despite being introduced over two years ago.
Favourable tax regime: Individuals pay a 10% income tax rate, and non-tax residents do not pay taxes on income from outside North Macedonia.
EU candidacy uncertainty: There is no certainty or guarantee on when or whether North Macedonia will join the European Union.
No minimum residency requirement: Foreigners obtaining citizenship by investment are not required to live or visit the country regularly.
Infrastructure challenges: The country faces underdeveloped transport systems, weak labor market institutions, and poor digitalization of governmental services
EU candidate country: North Macedonia is a candidate for the European Union, which could provide benefits such as free residence and work in any EU country, access to education and healthcare, and more.
Multiple citizenship allowed: New citizens of North Macedonia do not have to renounce their first citizenship unless their country of origin requests it
North Macedonia CBI vs Caribbean CBI programs
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North Macedonia
Minimum investment
The minimum investment amount varies by country, but it is generally lower than North Macedonia's. For example, Antigua and Barbuda or Dominica require a minimum investment of USD 100,000
The minimum investment amount is €200,000 in a private investment fund for at least two years.
Travel freedom
Caribbean passports also offer visa-free access to many countries, but the number of countries varies by program. For example, Antigua and Barbuda offers visa-free access to 154 countries
The North Macedonian passport allows visa-free access to 130 countries, including the Schengen Area.
Timeframe to citizenship
Caribbean programs generally take less time, with some offering fast-track options that can process applications in as little as 40 to 60 days
The North Macedonian CBI process takes around 3 to 4 months.
Business opportunities
Caribbean programs often focus on real estate and business investments, which can provide additional opportunities for investors.
North Macedonia offers a favorable tax regime, with a flat 10% corporate tax rate, and is an EU candidate member state, providing access to a strategically positioned trade market and business investment opportunities.
Investment options
Caribbean programs often offer multiple investment options, such as real estate, business, or non-refundable contributions to a government fund. For example, Antigua and Barbuda offers four options
North Macedonia offers two investment options: investing in a private local investment fund or in an eligible new company that creates at least 10 full-time jobs.
Cost
The total cost for a single applicant in Caribbean programs is generally lower, with some countries offering options for as low as USD 100,000
The total cost for a single applicant under the North Macedonian CBI program is €250,000, including the investment and processing fees.