In North Macedonia, you do not need a motorway vignette. Passenger cars pay tolls for individual tolled sections at physical toll booths. A standard car with two axles and a front-axle height below 1.3 m belongs to category IB; payment is possible in cash, by card or electronically. (roads.org.mk)
How North Macedonia motorway tolls work for passenger cars
Motorways use section-based tolling with physical booths: you do not pay for a period of time, but when passing through a toll booth. The charge depends on the booth and the vehicle category.
A standard passenger car falls into category IB: two axles and a front axle lower than 1.3 metres. The operator distinguishes five categories according to the number of axles and the height of the front axle. A higher vehicle, a vehicle with more axles or a vehicle combination may therefore have a different rate. (roads.org.mk)
Toll booths are located on routes through Skopje, Veles, Demir Kapija and Gevgelija, including the main north–south corridor between Serbia and Greece. When crossing the country, expect several payments.
Category IB motorway toll prices in 2026
Official category IB rates are given in Macedonian denars (MKD); toll booths also accept euros for cash payments. The table shows the price for one passage through a selected booth, not the price of the entire journey. (roads.org.mk)
| Toll booth / section | Category IB in MKD | Cash payment in EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Romanovci – Kumanovo–Miladinovci | 60 MKD | €1 |
| Miladinovci – Skopje–Miladinovci | 40 MKD | €1 |
| Sopot or Otovica – Veles–Petrovec | 80 MKD | €1.50 |
| Stobi – Veles–Gradsko | 60 MKD | €1 |
| Demir Kapija – Gradsko–Demir Kapija | 80 MKD | €1.50 |
| Gevgelija – Demir Kapija–Gevgelija | 100 MKD | €2 |
| Tetovo or Gostivar – Tetovo–Gostivar | 30 MKD | €0.50 |
| Želino or Aracinovo – Skopje–Tetovo | 40 MKD | €1 |
The euro amounts are separately set cash rates, not conversions based on the current exchange rate. For your budget, add only the booths on your route. (roads.org.mk)
How to pay at a toll booth
You can pay in cash in denars or euros, by payment card or electronically with an MCard or TAG device. For a single transit, a card or smaller cash denominations are practical. (roads.org.mk)
From 15 June 2026, MTAG lanes are exclusively for users of an electronic MTAG device. MCard holders must use another available lane according to the signs. A green arrow indicates an open lane; a red X indicates a closed lane.
Practical steps before the journey and at the booth
You do not need to buy a vignette or enter your registration number for a normal payment. Check the route, the number of booths and the vehicle category, especially for a van, motorhome or vehicle combination.
- At the toll booth, choose a lane according to the payment method and signals.
- Pay the amount for that section in denars, euros or by card.
- Keep the receipt at least until you have completed your journey through the country.
- With an electronic TAG, use only the MTAG lane.
You can see where payments arise on your route in the information about road tolls in North Macedonia. EuroGoPass helps distinguish toll booths from countries that use electronic motorways vignettes.
Trailers, caravans and higher vehicles
Category IB does not automatically apply to every vehicle described as a passenger car. The rules are based on the axles and the height of the front axle; higher vehicles or vehicles with more axles belong to higher categories. If you are towing a trailer or driving a motorhome, check the category according to the actual specifications of the combination before travelling. (roads.org.mk)
Do not confuse a toll with a vignette: the charge is not for a day, week or month, but for individual tolled sections. Outside tolled motorways, the rules and costs may be different.
Summary: what to do before driving through North Macedonia
For a standard passenger car, do not buy a vignette; prepare for several payments at toll booths. Plan the route, check the vehicle category and choose a lane for cash, card or electronic payment. If you are travelling through several countries, you can plan your route with EuroGoPass and check the charges in each country.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a motorway vignette for North Macedonia?
No. Passenger cars pay tolls by section at toll booths on tolled motorways.
How much is the toll for a passenger car?
It depends on the booth: category IB costs, for example, 60 MKD at Romanovci, 80 MKD at Demir Kapija and 100 MKD at Gevgelija.
Can I pay at a toll booth in euros?
Yes. Cash payment is possible in denars or euros, and card payment is also available.
Can I use the MTAG lane with an MCard?
No. From 15 June 2026, MTAG lanes are only for vehicles with an MTAG device.
Does a trailer pay the same rate as a standard passenger car?
Not always. The rate depends on the category based on the number of axles and the height of the front axle.