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EMBASSY/CONSULATE ADDRESSES

Diplomatic Representation in US:
Ambassador: Zoran JOLEVSKI
Embassy: 2129 Wyoming Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20008
Telephone: [1] (202) 667-0501
Fax: [1] (202) 667-2131

Consulate(s) General are in:
New York
866 United Nations Pz., Suite 4018,
New York, NY 10017.
(212) 317-1727

US Diplomatic Representation:
Ambassador: Philip T. Reeker
Embassy: Bul. Ilinden bb, 91000 Skopje
Mailing Adress: Dept. of State, 7120 Skopje Pl., Wash., D.C. 20521-7120 (pouch)
Telephone: [389] (91) 116-180
Fax: [389] (91) 117-103

Note: the US agreed to establish full diplomatic relations with the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia in September 1995, and to upgrade the Liaison Office to an Embassy

Embassy and Consulate Web Sites for Macedonia

U.S. Embassy Web Site in Macedonia
Embassy of Macedonia in Washington DC


FOREIGN RELATIONS

U.S.-MACEDONIA RELATIONS

Macedonia and the United States enjoy a cooperative relationship across a broad range of political, economic, cultural, military, and social issues. The two have had good bilateral relations since Macedonia gained its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991. The United States formally recognized Macedonia in 1994, and the countries established full diplomatic relations in 1995. The United States strongly supports Macedonia's aspirations for full integration into Euro-Atlantic institutions and is committed to helping Macedonia strengthen rule of law; improve education; promote media freedom; and build greater democratic foundations in a full, inclusive multi-ethnic society.

The United States and its European allies acted swiftly to mediate an end to the 2001 civil conflict in Macedonia, which grew from ethnic tensions, and closely supported the government and major parties' successful efforts to forge a peaceful, political solution to the crisis through the Ohrid Framework Agreement. In partnership with the European Union and other international organizations active in Macedonia, the United States continues to facilitate the Macedonian Government's implementation of the Framework Agreement and fostering long-term peace and stability in the country.

For the text of the 2008 bilateral Declaration of Strategic Partnership and Cooperation, please see http://2001-2009.state.gov/p/eur/rls/or/104441.htm.

U.S. Assistance to Macedonia

U.S. Government assistance to Macedonia focuses on facilitating Macedonia’s continued development on the path toward full integration into the Euro-Atlantic community and assisting the Macedonian Government’s efforts to sustain economic and democratic reforms to build stability and prosperity. A fact sheet on U.S. assistance to Macedonia can be found here.

Bilateral Economic Relations

The United States supports Macedonia's transition to a market-oriented economy. Macedonia is a member of the World Trade Organization seeks to join the European Union (EU); a starting date for accession negotiations has been deferred by the EU.

In 2010, total trade between Macedonia and the United States was $116.6 million, and in the first 8 months of 2011 it was $65 million. U.S. electrical machinery and equipment have been particularly attractive to Macedonian importers. Principal Macedonian exports to the United States are tobacco, apparel, iron, and steel.

Macedonia's Membership in International Organizations

Macedonia and the United States belong to a number of the same international organizations, including the United Nations, Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, Adriatic Charter, International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and World Trade Organization.

Macedonia seeks to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and is a candidate country for the European Union. In 2008, NATO Allies determined that Macedonia met NATO membership criteria and undertook to invite Macedonia to join NATO as soon as a solution is reached in Macedonia's dispute with NATO member Greece over Macedonia's name. This decision has been reiterated at subsequent NATO Summits. Macedonia continues to make an important contribution to regional stability by supporting the logistical supply of NATO (including U.S.) peacekeepers in Kosovo. Macedonia participated in OIF and currently participates in ISAF, the EU Althea Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the UN’s observer mission in Lebanon.

Bilateral Representation

The U.S. Ambassador to Macedonia is Paul Wohlers; other principal embassy officials are listed in the Department's Key Officers List.

Macedonia maintains an embassy in the United States at 2129 Wyoming Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20008 (tel: (202) 667-0501).

More information about Macedonia is available from the Department of State and other sources, some of which are listed here:

Department of State Macedonia Country Page
Department of State Key Officers List
CIA World Factbook Macedonia Page
U.S. Embassy: Macedonia
USAID Macedonia Page
History of U.S. Relations With Macedonia
Human Rights Reports
International Religious Freedom Reports
Trafficking in Persons Reports
Narcotics Control Reports
U.S. Census Bureau Foreign Trade Statistics
Export.gov International Offices Page
Library of Congress Country Studies (see Yugoslavia (Former))
Travel and Business Information




TRAVEL ADVISORIES

To obtain the latest Travel Advisory Information for Macedonia check the U.S. State Department Consular Information Sheet.


TRAVEL TIPS

Driving U.S Driving Permit accepted
Currency (MKD) Macedonian Denar
Electrical 220 Volts
Telephones Country Code 389, City Code Skopje 2+7D, Kumanovo 31+6D, Stip 32+6D, Kolani 33+6D



Climate: As a landlocked country, the Republic of Macedonia has a pronounced continental climate, with very cold winters and hot summers.

Clothing: Mediumweight clothing and very warm overcoats in winter; lightweight clothing and raincoats required for the summer.

Food & Drink: Macedonian cuisine is similar to that of Turkey and Greece. Different varieties of kebab can be found almost everywhere, as can dishes such as moussaka (aubergines and potatoes baked in layers with minced meat). National specialities are gravce tavce (beans in a skillet) and the delicious Ohrid trout.

Shopping hours: Mon-Fri 0800-2000 and Sat 0800-1500.

Currency: Macedonian Denari (Den) = 100 deni. Notes are in denominations of Den5000, 1000, 500, 100, 50 and 10. Coins are in denominations of Den5, 2 and 1, and 50 deni.

Credit & debit cards: Very limited acceptance. Check with your credit or debit card company for details of merchant acceptability and other services which may be available.

Travellers cheques: To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take cheques in US Dollars or Euros.

Time: GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).

Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz.


CUSTOMS/DUTIES

Currency..........No restrictions tobacco.....1 box of cigarettes

Liquor..............1 bottle

Gifts.................Up to the value of 60 dm

Camera............No restrictions



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