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Temporary Residence Permit for Referred (Seconded) Employees
VisasNorth MacedoniaTemporary Residence Permit for Referred (Seconded) Employees
North MacedoniaNorth Macedonia•Europe
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Temporary Residence Permit for Referred (Seconded) Employees

Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

30 working days

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

Up to 2 years

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

The Temporary Residence Permit for Referred (Seconded) Employees is designed for foreign nationals sent by a foreign employer to North Macedonia to perform specific tasks, such as fulfilling a service contract or providing expertise to an affiliated company. The permit allows the individual to reside and work in the country for the duration of their assignment, up to a maximum of two years, while remaining on the payroll of their original foreign employer.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport

Proof of employment with the foreign sending company for at least one year

Contract or agreement for the assignment in North Macedonia

Proof of accommodation and health insurance

Certificate of no criminal convictions

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

Experience

1+ years

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows for medium-term professional assignments without local hiring
  • Maintains employment relationship with the home-country entity

Worth Knowing

  • Subject to annual labor market quotas
  • Requires strict adherence to the specific assignment contract

Application Process

1

Secure assignment contract and supporting documentation from the foreign employer

2

Submit application to the Ministry of Interior (or diplomatic mission abroad)

3

Await decision from the Ministry of Interior

4

Obtain Type D entry visa if applying from abroad

5

Register with the Ministry of Interior within 5 days of arrival to collect the permit

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