Morocco Travel Guide

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Passports and Visas

All foreign passengers to Morocco must hold proof of sufficient funds to cover their expenses while in the country. All visitors who wish to stay for a longer period than their visa exemption allows for, must report to the nearest police station within 21 days of their arrival in Morocco. NOTE: It is highly recommended that your passport has at least six months validity remaining after your intended date of departure from your travel destination. Immigration officials often apply different rules to those stated by travel agents and official sources.

Americans

US citizens must have a passport that is valid for the period of intended stay in Morocco. No visa is required, for stays of up to three months.

UK Nationals

British citizens must have a passport that is valid for the period of intended stay in Morocco. A visa is not required for stays of up to three months, for holders of British passports endorsed British Citizen, British National (Overseas), or British Subject (containing a Certificate of Entitlement to the Right of Abode issued by the United Kingdom).

Canadians

Canadian citizens must have a passport that is valid for the period of intended stay in Morocco. No visa is required, for stays of up to three months.

Australians

Australian citizens must have a passport that is valid for the period of intended stay in Morocco. No visa is required, for stays of up to three months.

South Africans

South African citizens must have a passport that is valid for the period of intended stay in Morocco. A visa is required.

Irish Nationals

Irish citizens must have a passport that is valid for the period of intended stay in Morocco. No visa is required, for stays of up to three months.

New Zealanders

New Zealand citizens must have a passport that is valid for the period of intended stay in Morocco. No visa is required, for stays of up to three months.

Healthcare

No vaccinations are required to enter Morocco. It is advisable to drink bottled water and avoid street food and raw or uncooked meat. Avoid swimming, wading, or rafting in bodies of fresh water, the beaches around Casablanca are polluted and unsafe for swimming. Medical facilities are good in all major towns. Health insurance is essential.

Safety

*Morocco has joined the number of Middle Eastern nations engulfed in pro-democratic demonstrations, however the protests in Morocco have not reached the point of revolution as of February 23rd. Large-scale demonstrations have been held in 20 cities across the country, including Casablanca and Rabat. More are planned, however reports indicate that the focus will be on peaceful demonstrations in front of parliament in Rabat. Tourists should consult with their travel agents or tour operators before embarking on any travel to Morocco.

Violent crime is not a major problem, but there have been some incidents of theft at knifepoint in major cities and on beaches. Sensible precautions such as avoiding badly lit streets at night should be adhered to. Guides offering their services should display an official badge from the local tourist authorities. Most visits to Morocco are trouble-free, however terrorist attacks have occurred in the past and there is a general threat of kidnappings in northern Africa, so visitors are advised to be vigilant.