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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Macedonia.
The Travel Mastercard card is accepted at major hotels and restaurant
Acceptance of credit cards is limited. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Cash payment in euro nearly everywhere possible.
Time difference with Switzerland
+/- 0 h
Capital
Skopje
National language
Official language
Macedonian and Albanian
Language capabilities
English, German and French
Voltage
220 volt; 2-pronged round plug / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Opening hours
Banks
8.00 - 18.00 h (Mon - Fri)
8.00 - 13.00/14.00 h (Sat)
Stores
8.00 - 20.00/21.00 h (Mon - Fri)
8.00 - 15.00 h (Sat)
Health situation
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 2 years previously, varies by rental company.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).
Green international insurance card marked MK (Macedonia) mandatory.
CH sticker, breakdown triangle, first-aid kit and spare headlight bulds mandatory.
Headlights must be on even during the day.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.5 ‰.
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Skopje, Maksim Gorki Street 19
Tel. +389 2 310 33 10 / +389 2 310 33 30
Other information
This country is in an active earthquake zone.
Security
Travelers to Macedonia (especially to border areas with Albania) advised to observe elementary safety precautions (especially in the border areas with Albania).
Travelers are advised to be accompanied by a local when traveling in isolated areas northwest of the line from Tetovo to Kumanovo.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Special legal regulations
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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