Research / Scientist in North Macedonia
One documented route of this kind in North Macedonia, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.
Scientific Research Residence Permit
Temporary residence on the basis of scientific research, a statutory ground under the Law on Foreigners. Requires a research/host agreement plus the standard residence file.
- Processing time
- ~2-6 weeks depending on office (practitioner-reported)
- Validity
- 1 year, renewable
- Language requirement
- None for the permit
- Permanent residence
- Permanent residence after 5 years continuous legal residence (statutory)
- Citizenship
- Naturalization after 8 years codified (7 years reported for 2026)
Requirements
- Research/host institution agreement
- Standard residence file (passport, domicile, funds, health insurance, clean record)
Required Documents
- Research / host institution agreement required
- Valid passport (>=3 months beyond departure) required
- Proof of accommodation/domicile required
- Health insurance required
- Criminal-record certificate (country of residence, last 12 months) required
Official fees
- Residence permit fee (practitioner-reported) 120 EUR
Process Steps
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1
Secure host agreement
Obtain a research/host institution agreement.
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2
Obtain entry basis
Enter on a C-visa or visa-free; D visa after MoI decision if required.
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3
Submit to MoI
File residence application at the Ministry of Internal Affairs; cure incomplete documents within 7 days.
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4
Collect card and register address
Collect residence card and register address with local police.