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Employing in North Macedonia

Minimum Wage

The monthly minimum wage is now 33,352 gross Macedonian denar (MKD) per month.

Overtime

The standard working hours in North Macedonia are 40 per week and eight hours per day. Night work is paid at 135% of the normal pay. If necessary, overtime hours are permissible to a maximum of eight hours per week. The overtime must be no less than 135% of the normal pay. Work performed on weekends and public holidays is paid at 150% of the normal pay.

Payroll Cycle

Salaries in North Macedonia are paid monthly.

Onboarding Time

We can help you get a new employee started in North Macedonia fast. The minimum onboarding time we need is only 8 working days.

Our team ensures your employees are onboarded and paid as quickly as possible while keeping your business compliant with all local employment legislation. The minimum onboarding time begins after the employee submits all required information onto the Remote platform. The onboarding timeline is also dependent upon registration with local authorities.

For all non-nationals of the country of employment, the Right to Work assessment (if applicable) will add three extra days to the total time to onboard. There may be extra time required if we need to follow-up on the right to work assessment.

Please note, payroll cut-off dates can impact the actual first day of employment. Remote has a payroll cut-off date of the 10th of the month unless otherwise specified.

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Competitive benefits package in North Macedonia

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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Mental health support
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Pension or 401(K)
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Life and Disability Insurance

Facts & Stats

North Macedonia is a small country in Southeast Europe. It borders Kosovo, Bulgaria, Serbia, Greece, and Albania. Its history ranges from being part of many empires and kingdoms from the Roman Empire, Byzantine Empire, Ottoman Empire, and finally to being part of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes, until its secession in 1991.

Like many countries, the economy of North Macedonia suffered, going down to -6.1% economic growth in 2020, but has since recovered some of its losses with a positive growth of 4% in 2021. The economy is considered upper-middle income, with chief industries being construction, wholesale trade, and retail trade.

Capital City
Skopje
Currency
Macedonian denar
Languages
Macedonian, Albanian
Population size
2,083,193
Ease of doing business
Very easy
Payroll frequency
Monthly
VAT - standard rate
18%

Grow your team in North Macedonia with Remote

Want to employ workers in North Macedonia? Companies hiring in North Macedonia are typically required to either own a local legal entity or work with a global employment platform like Remote that can legally provide employment services in the country.

Remote can employ team members in North Macedonia and keep you compliant. Remote can hire, onboard, and pay your North Macedonia team so you don't have to set up local HR services in the region. Remote also makes it easy to pay contractors in North Macedonia. Sign up now to get started or talk to an expert for more details.

Risks of misclassification

North Macedonia, like many other countries, treats self-employed individuals or contractors and full-time employees differently. Misclassification of contractors in North Macedonia may lead to fines and penalties for the offending company.

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Transparent Pricing in North Macedonia

Payroll

47

per employee/month
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  • Simple self-service platform
  • Personalised support from dedicated specialists
  • Adhere to local payroll regulations in every country
  • Integrated payroll, expense management, and HRIS solution
Contractor Management

48

per contractor/month
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  • Only pay for contractors you actively work with
  • Work with international contractors
  • Create, edit, and sign tailored, localised contracts
  • Approve contractor invoices with one click or auto-pay
  • Transparent payments with complete visibility
Employer of Record

1155 989

per employee/month
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  • Hire without opening a local entity
  • Guided onboarding
  • Local payroll paid on time, every time
  • Built-in security and compliance
  • Flexible, localised benefits
  • Offer equity incentives with tax assistance
  • Dedicated experts for local support