Do Australia passport holders need a visa to visit MK?

Australian ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for short tourist visits to North Macedonia. You may stay visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. North Macedonia grants visa-free entry to holders of ordinary Australian passports for tourism and business stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. North Macedonia is an EU candidate country but is NOT part of the Schengen Area, so time spent there does not count against the Schengen 90/180 allowance (ETIAS does not apply). Entry is granted on arrival with no application, fee, or pre-approval. Travelers should carry a passport valid for at least 90 days beyond arrival (a 6-month buffer is recommended), proof of onward/return travel, accommodation details, sufficient funds, and travel medical insurance. All foreign visitors must be registered with the local police within 48 hours of arrival; hotels and licensed accommodation handle this automatically, but those staying in private/unregistered lodging must register themselves at the nearest police station. Overstaying the 90-day limit can result in fines, a court hearing, delayed departure, or a re-entry ban.