North Macedonia

North Macedonia: Useful Information

Language	Macedonian is the official language. Albanian is also widely spoken, particularly in western regions. English is commonly understood in tourist-facing places.
Currency	The Macedonian Denar (MKD). £1 = approx 70 MKD. €1 = approx 61–62 MKD. Currency converter
Time Zone	Central European Time (CET; UTC+01:00). Daylight saving time, which moves one hour ahead to UTC+02:00, is observed from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October.
Dialling Code	+389
Visas	UK, EU & US citizens do not need a visa for short stays in North Macedonia (up to 90 days within a 180-day period).
Electricity & adapters	Standard European plug types (C/F) with 230V power; no adapter needed for most European devices.

Tourist Information	https://www.exploringmacedonia.com
Transport Links	Skopje Airport Information, North Macedonia buses, North Macedonia trains
When to Go	Spring and autumn are ideal for sightseeing, with mild temperatures and fewer crowds. Summer is hot, especially in July and August (often 30°C+), while winters are cold, particularly in the mountains, with snow common from December to February.

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