Capital city, North Macedonia
Internet in Skopje: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Skopje?
Median fixed broadband in North Macedonia is 58 Mbps and mobile is 165 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Café wifi is common and fine for calls; some cafés are smoky, and dedicated coworking options are limited.
Getting online in Skopje
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Makedonski Telekom, A1 and Telekabel in most buildings; around 600–1,200 MKD a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Café wifi is common and fine for calls; some cafés are smoky, and dedicated coworking options are limited. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs at operator shops and Skopje airport; bring your passport. Data is cheap, and regional SIMs roam free across the Western Balkans. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Makedonski Telekom, A1 Makedonija |
| Monthly data plan | ден600–1,200 ($11–22) |
Coworking in Skopje
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Skopje?
Median fixed broadband in North Macedonia is 58 Mbps and mobile is 165 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Café wifi is common and fine for calls; some cafés are smoky, and dedicated coworking options are limited.
Which SIM card should I get in Skopje?
Prepaid SIMs at operator shops and Skopje airport; bring your passport. Data is cheap, and regional SIMs roam free across the Western Balkans.
Can I use an eSIM in North Macedonia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: North Macedonia
- Makedonski Telekom
- A1 Makedonija
- Skopje Alexander the Great Airport
- City of Skopje
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.