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Macedonian transport sector seeks solutions for Schengen residency limits
Macedonian transport businesses are navigating challenges regarding Schengen zone residency rules, which limit truck drivers to 90 days of stay within a 180-day period. While business leaders warn that these restrictions could lead to future border blockades, some relief is expected through new permit systems.
Croatia is set to begin accepting driving permit requests for Macedonian truck and bus transporters within days. Similar measures are anticipated from Romania, Czechia, and Greece. Industry representatives expect a clearer picture of these legislative changes by the end of November.
To mitigate logistical delays, the Union of Economic Chambers is pushing for the rapid implementation of digital waybills to replace paper documentation. Meanwhile, the Macedonian Minister of Transport, Aleksandar Nikolloski, has stated that the government will seek bilateral agreements with Schengen countries to resolve the residency issues.
Entities
Aleksandar Nikolloski · Business Confederation of Macedonia · MAKAM Trans · Mile Boshkov · Union of Economic Chambers
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Croatia will soon accept driving permit requests for truck and bus transporters from Macedonia. zhurnal.mk
- [● 2 SOURCES] European regulations regarding the 90/180-day stay must be respected. gazeta.mk · zhurnal.mk
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Minister of Transport intends to pursue bilateral agreements with Schengen zone countries to address driver residency issues. gazeta.mk
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Romania, Czechia, and Greece are expected to implement similar permit procedures. zhurnal.mk
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Logistics companies warn of potential border blockades due to Schengen residency restrictions. zhurnal.mk
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Union of Economic Chambers is working to implement digital waybills to speed up company procedures. gazeta.mk