Replacement keys · Skopje

Car Key Replacement in Skopje

Lost, broken or stolen car key replaced at the vehicle. Chip keys, remotes and smart keys, including rental cars.

In short

Lost car keys in Skopje are replaced on site, not at a dealer. Bring the registration document and proof the car is yours or that you are the authorised renter.

Lost the only key

If no working key exists, the replacement has to be originated from the vehicle rather than copied. That is more work than a duplicate but it is routine, and it happens where the car is parked.

Expect it to take longer than a simple copy. Expect it to cost more too, and expect to hear both numbers before we set off rather than after the job.

Rental cars

Losing a rental key abroad feels worse than it is. The rental company's own solution is usually to send a replacement from another branch, which can cost you a day or more of your trip.

A locksmith can often cut and program a working key the same day. Tell the rental company what happened either way, because most contracts require it and they will want it recorded.

If you picked the car up at Skopje International Airport, the paperwork you were given at the desk is usually enough to establish that you are the authorised driver.

Types of key we replace

Plain mechanical keys, transponder chip keys, remote fobs with central locking, flip keys, and smart keys for push button start vehicles.

Spare keys are worth thinking about before you need one. A second key made while you still have a working one is significantly cheaper than an all keys lost job later.

Broken keys

A key that snapped in the lock or the ignition is a different job from a lost key. Do not try to pull the broken piece out with pliers, because that usually pushes the remainder deeper.

We extract the broken part and then cut and program a replacement. Details on the Macedonian page for broken key extraction.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How much does a replacement car key cost in Skopje?It depends on the make, model, year and key type, and whether any working key still exists. You get the price on the phone before we set off. Prices quoted elsewhere on this site are estimates in denars for orientation, not a fixed offer.

Can you replace a rental car key?Yes, with the rental agreement and your ID. Inform the rental company as well, since most contracts require it.

Do you need the car present?Yes. Modern keys are programmed to the vehicle, so the car has to be there. That is why we come to it.

Can you make a spare before I lose one?Yes, and it is considerably cheaper than an all keys lost job. If you only have one key for your car, this is the cheapest insurance available.

What documents do I need?Vehicle registration and proof you are entitled to the vehicle. For rentals, the rental agreement plus your ID or passport.

How long will I wait?A duplicate is quick. An originated key takes longer. You get a realistic estimate on the phone, not an optimistic one.

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