Can foreigners buy property in North Macedonia?
Yes for citizens of EU and OECD countries, including the UK and the US, on the same terms as locals. Others need reciprocity confirmed by the Minister of Justice. Agricultural land cannot be owned by foreigners.
Yes, you can buy in your own name. / Yes, with conditions.: Same terms as citizens of North Macedonia (EU and OECD countries).
Reciprocity
- Applies only to buyers from outside the EU and the OECD; the Minister of Justice decides.
What foreigners cannot buy
- Agricultural land (it can be rented or held under concession instead)
Buying through a company
- A company registered in North Macedonia can own construction land with full rights, like a domestic company.
This is a summary of the ownership rules, not legal advice. Rules change and depend on the property; confirm your case with a local lawyer before you buy.
Read the full North Macedonia buying guide · Buying costs in North Macedonia · Homes for sale in North Macedonia
Questions about buying in North Macedonia
Can foreigners buy property in North Macedonia?
Yes. Citizens of EU and OECD countries, including the UK and the US, buy on the same terms as locals; others need reciprocity confirmed by the Minister of Justice.
Can foreigners buy agricultural land in North Macedonia?
No. Foreigners cannot own agricultural land, but they can rent it or hold it under concession.
Can a foreign company buy land in North Macedonia?
A company registered in North Macedonia can own construction land with full ownership rights.