Visa and entry requirements for Morocco

Do you need a visa?

Morocco grants visa-free entry for tourism to citizens of a long list of countries. As of our last review, this includes:

• all European Union countries, plus the UK, Switzerland, Norway and Iceland;
• the United States and Canada;
• Australia and New Zealand;
• Japan, South Korea and several Latin American, Gulf and African countries.

For visa-exempt visitors, the standard stay is up to 90 days. Overstaying without an extension can result in a fine and having to appear before a judge before departure, so do not exceed your permitted stay.

If your nationality is not visa-exempt, you will either need a visa from a Moroccan consulate or, for certain nationalities, an electronic visa (e-Visa / AEVM), applied for online through Morocco's official portal, acces-maroc.ma. Eligibility, prices and processing times change, so always use the official portal and avoid third-party sites that charge extra fees.

Check your situation officially. Before booking, confirm the current rules for your passport on the Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs website, the website of the Moroccan embassy or consulate in your country, or your own government's travel advice page.

Passport requirements

• Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay; many governments and airlines recommend at least six months' validity remaining on arrival — the US government advises six months. Following the six-month rule avoids problems at check-in.
• You need at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Children need their own passport. Minors travelling with only one parent, or with other adults, may be asked for a consent letter; carry one to be safe.
• Dual nationals with Moroccan citizenship are treated as Moroccan citizens and should enter on their Moroccan documents.

Arriving in Morocco

On arrival, you pass through passport control where your passport is stamped with your entry date. Moroccan authorities have been digitising arrival procedures, and paper arrival cards have largely been phased out at major airports; if a form is handed to you on the plane or at the counter, fill it in with your passport details and the address of your first accommodation.

Have the following ready:

• the address of your first night's accommodation;
• a return or onward ticket — rarely checked, but airlines and officers may ask;
• for some nationalities, proof of sufficient funds.

Queues at Marrakech and Casablanca can be long at peak times (school holidays, Friday and Saturday evenings). Allow time if you have an onward connection.

Customs: what you can bring

Duty-free allowances for adults typically include a limited quantity of tobacco, a litre of spirits and a modest amount of perfume. Personal belongings, cameras and laptops for your own use are fine.

Items that cause problems:

• Drones are prohibited without prior authorisation and are routinely confiscated at the airport. Leave yours at home unless you have obtained official permission in advance.
• Satellite phones require authorisation.
• Large professional camera equipment for commercial filming requires a filming permit.
• Plastic bags: Morocco banned single-use plastic bags in 2016. Avoid packing purchases in them.
• Medicines: bring prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
• Religious materials for personal use are fine; bringing materials intended for proselytising is illegal.

Currency rules

The Moroccan dirham (MAD) is a closed currency: you generally cannot buy it before you arrive, and only a limited amount can be taken in or out of the country. Exchange money on arrival (airport exchange counters and ATMs are available in arrivals halls) and convert leftover dirhams before you leave — keep your exchange receipts, which may be requested when converting dirhams back.

You may bring foreign currency into Morocco, but large amounts must be declared on arrival. Thresholds have changed over the years and sources differ, so if you are carrying a significant sum in cash, check the current limit with the Office des Changes or Moroccan customs (douane.gov.ma) before travel. See our money and payments guide for practical advice.

Health requirements

No vaccinations are required for entry for travellers coming from most countries. Routine vaccinations should be up to date, and many travel clinics recommend hepatitis A and typhoid. Travel insurance that covers medical treatment and evacuation is strongly recommended; public hospitals are basic outside the large cities, and private clinics expect payment.

Driving into Morocco

If you arrive by ferry with a car, you will need your vehicle registration documents, an insurance Green Card valid for Morocco (or insurance purchased at the port), and you will complete a temporary vehicle import declaration. A foreign driving licence is generally accepted for short tourist stays; an International Driving Permit is useful as a translation.

Extending your stay

Visitors who want to stay beyond 90 days must apply for an extension or a residence permit at the local police headquarters (préfecture) well before the 90 days are up. Leaving the country briefly (for example, to Spain) to reset the 90 days has been a common practice, but officers can refuse entry to people who appear to be living in Morocco on repeated tourist stays.

Checklist before you fly

1. Passport valid for at least six months, with a blank page.
2. Visa-exempt status confirmed — or e-Visa / visa obtained through official channels.
3. First night's accommodation address written down.
4. Travel insurance with medical cover.
5. No drone in your luggage.
6. A bank card that works abroad, plus some euros, dollars or pounds to exchange.

Official sources

• Moroccan e-Visa portal: acces-maroc.ma
• Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and consulates in your country
• Moroccan customs: douane.gov.ma
• Your own government's travel advice (for example, travel.state.gov in the US, gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice in the UK)

Related: money and payments, safety and etiquette and getting around Morocco.

This guide was last reviewed in October 2026. Entry rules, opening hours, transport timetables and prices change; check official sources shortly before you travel. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.