AlbaniavsNorth Macedonia
Albania and North Macedonia share a land border — here's how their driving rules differ, side by side.
VERIFIED 2026-07-29 & 2026-07-29 · METHODOLOGY| RULE | Albania | North Macedonia |
|---|---|---|
| Driving side | Drives on the right | Drives on the right |
| Urban speed limit | 50 km/h | 50 km/h |
| Rural speed limit | 80 km/h | 80 km/h |
| Motorway speed limit | 110 km/h | 120 km/h |
| Alcohol limit (general) | 0.0‰ | 0.5‰ |
| Alcohol limit (novice) | Same as general | 0.0‰ |
| Mandatory equipment | Warning triangle, First aid kit | Warning triangle, Hi-vis vest, First aid kit |
| Tolls | No general toll | Toll booths |
| Headlights | Dipped headlights are required at all times, day and night, year-round. | Dipped headlights are required at all times, day and night, year-round. |
| Winter tires / chains | Winter tires or chains can be required on mountain roads in winter conditions — road quality and maintenance vary, so allow extra time and caution. | Generally required in winter conditions on mountain roads; carrying chains is recommended for mountain routes in season. |
| Low-emission / restricted zones | No low-emission zone network; Tirana has some limited local traffic restrictions in the city center. | No low-emission zone network; Skopje has occasional local traffic restrictions during high-pollution episodes. |
| Child seats | Children require an appropriate child restraint suited to their age and size. | Children require an appropriate child restraint suited to their age and size. |
| Mobile phone use | Hands-free only; holding a phone while driving is prohibited. | Hands-free only; holding a phone while driving is prohibited. |
| Currency | ALL | MKD |
| Emergency number | 112 | 112 |