When you plan a trip to Morocco, getting your visa sorted early saves time and stress. In this guide, you’ll find who needs a visa, what documents to gather, how to use Morocco’s new e-Visa portal, costs, processing times, and tips for extending your stay.
Who Needs a Visa—and Who Doesn’t
Morocco welcomes citizens of many countries without a visa for short stays. If your nationality isn’t on the exemption list, you must apply in advance. Visa-exempt nationalities (tourism, up to 90 days) include citizens of European Union countries, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, and the Gulf Cooperation Council states, as detailed by the Visit Morocco official entry formalities. If you’re not exempt, you’ll need a tourist visa before departure.
Standard Visa Requirements
Whether you apply at a consulate or online, prepare these items:
- Valid passport (≥ 6 months beyond departure date), proof of return or onward flight, and proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter), as outlined in iVisa’s Morocco visa requirements.
- Completed visa application form
- One passport-style photo
- Evidence of sufficient funds (≈ €70 per day), recommended by Sherpa’s guide to Morocco visa finances
- Visa fee payment
Morocco’s e-Visa System
In 2023 Morocco launched an electronic visa platform to streamline tourist applications. Full details on eligibility, required documentation, and application steps are available on the Accès Maroc official portal.
Eligibility and Special Provisions
Most nationalities requiring a visa—including citizens of India, Israel, Thailand, Azerbaijan, Guatemala, and Jordan—may apply online through Accès Maroc.
Applying via the Accès Maroc Portal
- Create an account on Accès Maroc.
- Complete the online form and upload supporting documents.
- Pay the visa fee by credit or debit card.
- Receive your approved e-Visa by email within 24–72 hours.
- Print the e-Visa and carry it alongside your passport.
Express processing (under 24 hours) is available at an additional cost.
Fees and Processing Times
According to Morocco World News, the standard e-Visa fee is €26, with an express service option adding €20. Processing times are:
– Normal — up to 72 hours
– Express — under 24 hours
Third-Party Facilitation
If you prefer guided assistance, services such as VisaHQ’s Morocco visa support can help you navigate the application process for an additional service charge.
Extending Your Stay
Your tourist e-Visa permits a 30-day visit. To stay longer:
- Visit your nearest local Bureau des Étrangers within Morocco.
- Submit a copy of your passport, current visa, and proof of a valid reason for extension.
- Pay the applicable extension fee.
For complete details on extension procedures and allowable durations (up to six months total), refer to SchengenVisaInfo’s guide on visa extensions in Morocco.
Ready to Embark
With these details in hand—visa exemptions, required paperwork, e-Visa steps, costs, and extension tips—you’re set to secure your entry to Morocco. Begin your application early, keep digital and printed copies of your e-Visa, and you’ll be free to explore vibrant medinas, sweeping deserts, and coastal vistas without visa worries.