Most travellers — including US, Canadian, UK, EU/Schengen, Australian, New Zealand and Japanese passport holders — enter Morocco visa-free for up to 90 days. You need a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival. The formalities are light, and with a meet-and-greet at the airport they pass in a moment.
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Who can enter visa-free
Morocco grants visa-free entry for tourism, typically up to 90 days, to citizens of a long list of countries — among them the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, all EU/Schengen states, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and many others. You simply arrive, clear immigration and receive an entry stamp.
Always confirm your specific nationality's status before booking, as policies can change. If your country is not on the visa-free list, you may need a visa or an e-visa in advance — something we are happy to flag and help you arrange during planning so nothing is left to chance.
At the border, arriving in comfort
Have these ready and the entry process is quick even at busy times like Marrakech (RAK) and Casablanca (CMN). For clients who would rather skip the queue entirely, fast-track immigration and private lounge meet-and-greet can be arranged at the major airports.
- A passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date.
- Proof of onward or return travel (occasionally requested).
- Your riad or hotel address for the arrival card — kept to hand by your meet-and-greet host.
- An entry stamp — keep it; you'll need the matching exit stamp when you leave.
Staying longer
The standard tourist entry is 90 days. To stay longer you apply for an extension at a local police station before your stamp expires, rather than relying on a quick exit-and-return, which is at the officer's discretion. For extended or multi-stop stays, we structure the itinerary and paperwork in advance so a longer Moroccan sojourn unfolds without administrative interruption.
Frequently asked
Do I need a visa to visit Morocco?
Most nationalities — including US, Canadian, UK, EU, Australian, NZ and Japanese passport holders — do not. You enter visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism. Confirm your specific passport's status before you travel; we will verify it for you during planning.
How long can tourists stay in Morocco?
Up to 90 days on the standard visa-free tourist entry. Extensions are possible through a local police station before your entry stamp expires — useful for those settling into a long, slow luxury sojourn.
What passport validity does Morocco require?
A passport valid for at least six months beyond your date of arrival is the safe standard, with at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
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