This page explains, as general information, how South African nationals can approach North Macedonia citizenship by investment, a route with a limited track record that you should weigh carefully.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
The North Macedonia citizenship by investment programme is, on paper, open to foreign nationals, and South African citizens are not subject to any published country bar. Every applicant must pass due diligence on identity, background and source of funds.
Before treating this as a live option, confirm with the official authority whether the programme is currently issuing citizenship, since independent reporting suggests few confirmed grants to date. Treat any third party promise of a guaranteed outcome with caution.
The law sets two routes. The first is an investment of EUR 200,000 in a licensed private investment fund, held for at least two years. The second is a direct investment of EUR 400,000 in a new business outside the hospitality sector that creates at least ten permanent jobs.
There is no published residence or language requirement, and a spouse and minor children can usually be included. The programme carries an annual quota. Confirm the current routes, amounts and quota with the official authority.
Marketing materials describe a short timeline, but the limited record of confirmed grants means real timelines are hard to verify. Do not rely on a promised processing time.
Confirm the current position and any realistic timeline with the official authority before you commit. Allow time to apostille and translate South African documents.
Budget for the qualifying investment plus due diligence, government and professional fees. Because the programme is contested, also plan for the risk that the outcome is uncertain. Use the table as a checklist rather than a quote.
| Route | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Private investment fund | EUR 200,000 | Held for at least two years |
| Direct business investment | EUR 400,000 | New business, at least ten permanent jobs |
| Due diligence and government fees | Confirm with the official authority | Set by the authority |
| Professional and translation fees | Confirm with each provider | Varies with the case |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Government of the Republic of North Macedonia publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
The programme exists in law but has a limited record of confirmed citizenship grants. Confirm with the official authority whether it is actively issuing citizenship before you commit any funds.
The law sets EUR 200,000 in a licensed private investment fund held for at least two years, or EUR 400,000 in a new job creating business. Confirm current figures with the official authority.
The law does not set a published residence or language requirement, but conditions can change. Verify the current rules with the official authority.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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