Morocco is one of the most open and visitor-friendly countries in the world — citizens of over 60 countries can enter without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. This guide covers visa requirements for the most common nationalities, passport validity rules, and practical border entry tips for travellers arriving in 2025 and 2026.
⚠️ Important: Visa rules can change. Always verify the latest requirements with the Moroccan embassy or consulate in your country before travel. The information below is accurate as of 2025.
Do I Need a Visa for Morocco?
Most Western travellers do not need a visa for Morocco for tourist stays of up to 90 days. The following nationalities can enter visa-free:
| Country | Visa Required? | Max Stay (Visa-Free) |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom 🇬🇧 | No | 90 days |
| United States 🇺🇸 | No | 90 days |
| Canada 🇨🇦 | No | 90 days |
| Australia 🇦🇺 | No | 90 days |
| European Union 🇪🇺 | No | 90 days |
| New Zealand 🇳🇿 | No | 90 days |
| Japan 🇯🇵 | No | 90 days |
| UAE 🇦🇪 | No | 90 days |
| South Africa 🇿🇦 | Yes | Apply in advance |
| India 🇮🇳 | Yes | Apply in advance |
| China 🇨🇳 | Yes | Apply in advance |
Passport Validity Requirements
- Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay
- You must have at least one blank page for the entry stamp
- Israeli passport holders: Morocco normalised diplomatic relations in 2020 — Israeli citizens can now visit
Entry by Air
International flights arrive at Casablanca Mohammed V (CMN), Marrakech Menara (RAK), Agadir Al Massira (AGA), Fes Saiss (FEZ), and several other airports. Border control is generally efficient. You’ll receive an entry stamp valid for 90 days from date of entry.
Entry by Sea (Ferry)
Popular ferry routes connect Spain to Morocco via Tarifa–Tangier (35 min), Algeciras–Tangier (1h30), and Almeria–Nador. You’ll go through both Spanish exit control and Moroccan entry control at the port. Allow 2–3 hours for the full crossing and border formalities.
Extending Your Stay
The 90-day visa-free allowance cannot currently be extended within Morocco. If you wish to stay longer, you must leave the country and re-enter — or apply for a residency permit from within Morocco (a more complex process requiring local registration).