North Macedonia
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 1.82 million people live in North Macedonia, on 25,713 km². The capital is Skopje.
- Capital
- Skopje
- Population
- 1,820,909
- Area
- 25,713 km²
- Official languages
- Albanian and Macedonian
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in North Macedonia?
Sockets take plug type C/F, at 230 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in North Macedonia?
Call 192 for the police, 194 for an ambulance and 193 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in North Macedonia?
About 10 %.
Which side of the road do they drive on in North Macedonia?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in North Macedonia?
Prices are in Macedonian Denar (MKD).
What language do they speak in North Macedonia?
Official languages: Albanian and Macedonian.
How do I call a number in North Macedonia from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +389.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
