North Macedonia vs Serbia driving rules
Compare the main cross-border differences before driving between North Macedonia and Serbia.
| Rule | North Macedonia | Serbia |
|---|---|---|
| Built-up areas | 50 km/h | 50 km/h |
| Outside built-up areas | 90 km/h | 80 km/h |
| Motorways / expressways | 110 / 130 km/h | 100 / 130 km/h |
| Standard drivers | 0.5 mg/ml | 0.2 mg/ml |
| Novice drivers | 0.09 mg/ml | 0.0 mg/ml |
| Professional drivers | 0.09 mg/ml | 0.0 mg/ml |
| Daytime lights | Mandatory all day | Mandatory all day |
| Winter tyres / equipment | Mandatory during a defined season | Mandatory in a defined season when winter conditions apply |
| Mandatory equipment | Not stated in the standardized source | warning triangle, reflective vest |
| Low-emission zones | Check the current national or local official source | Check the current national or local official source |
| Fines and enforcement | Check the current national or local official source | Check the current national or local official source |
| Emergency number | 112 | 192 / 193 |
North Macedonia
Typical passenger-car speed limits: 130 km/h on motorways, 110 km/h on roads reserved for motor vehicles, 90 km/h on other roads.
Winter tyres / equipment: Winter equipment is mandatory 15 November – 15 March; police may stop non-equipped vehicles in winter conditions.
Mandatory equipment: The in-car equipment list is prescribed by separate vehicle regulations not verified here.
Serbia
Typical passenger-car speed limits: 130 km/h on motorways, 100 km/h on motor-roads, 80 km/h on other roads; probationary drivers face lower caps.
Blood alcohol limits: Zero tolerance also applies to all motorcycle and moped riders.
Winter tyres / equipment: From 1 November to 1 April when snow or ice is on the road; winter tyres with at least 4 mm tread on all wheels.
Emergency number: Police 192, fire 193; 112 is not listed by the Ministry of Interior.
This is a planning summary, not legal advice. Road signs and current national rules take priority. Always check the linked official source before departure.