Low riskEurope · Southern EuropeNorth Macedonia Travel Health Guide
Low risk
North Macedonia carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure you're up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles.
COVID-19
Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to North Macedonia. Special dosing may apply for infants, older adults, and those with medical conditions.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to North Macedonia.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least two weeks before travel. Infants may need early vaccination.
Rabies
Rabies risk is low as infected dogs are uncommon, but rabies vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have high-risk activities or limited access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for North Macedonia - there's no risk and no entry requirement.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
112
Medical / Ambulance
194
Fire
193
U.S. Embassy
+389-2-310-2000
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.