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Cross-border route

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Driving across the border

Yes — you can drive from Serbia into North Macedonia, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. North Macedonia expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the 1968 Vienna format. Both countries drive on the right, so there is no change of driving side at the border. Plan your border crossing in advance and keep your passport, national licence and IDP together.

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Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance

FromSerbia

ToNorth Macedonia

IDP in North MacedoniaRequired

Accepted format1968 Vienna

Driving sideright (no change)

Currency in North MacedoniaMKD

Serbia → North Macedonia

Crossing the border

Serbia and North Macedonia share a land border you can cross by car. Keep your passport, national driving licence and International Driving Permit together, and check opening hours and any toll or vignette requirements before you travel.

Driving rules in North Macedonia

Headlights on at all times.
Reflective vest and triangle required.
0.05% alcohol limit; zero for new drivers.
Toll motorways between major cities.

What to see when you arrive in North Macedonia

Lake Ohrid and its lakeside churches
the old bazaar of Skopje
the Matka Canyon
the monastery of Sveti Jovan Kaneo
Mavrovo National Park

Common questions

Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Serbia to North Macedonia?

Yes — North Macedonia requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. North Macedonia recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.

Does the driving side change between Serbia and North Macedonia?

No. Both Serbia and North Macedonia drive on the right.

How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?

International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you set off.