Do I need a visa to travel to Morocco?

The Kingdom of Morocco is the pearl of North Africa, striking in its unpredictability. Ancient cities are reminiscent of colorful illustrations to the tales of the East, and sand dunes and orange groves beckon with their exoticism. Who needs a visa to Morocco and in what cases?

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Do I need a visa to travel to Morocco?

Entry rules for Russians

Citizens of the Russian Federation do not need a visa to travel to Morocco for up to 90 days. Each Russian guest of Morocco receives his personal number, which is affixed to the passport along with a stamp. The duration of stay is controlled by stamps.

For Morocco, the principle of "visa-run" applies. To stay in the country longer than the prescribed period, it is enough to leave the country for at least a day and enter back. The period of stay is counted again. You can leave, for example, (it also has a visa-free regime) or to neighboring Spain, if you have a Schengen visa.

To work and stay in Morocco for a long time, Russians need to obtain a temporary residence permit.

The main and, perhaps, the only requirement for entry is the validity of the passport - it should not end on the trip. You also need to fill out a migration card, which is issued during the flight or on board the ship. There is nothing difficult in this, except for the language barrier - the data is entered in English, French or Arabic. It must also be filled out for children. To enter the Kingdom, it is advisable to have return tickets, which border guards may ask for inspection. And you may also need proof of financial solvency (bank statement, check from an ATM, where the amount is indicated, or just cash). As a rule, Moroccan border guards do not pay much attention to this moment, but you need to be prepared for their interest.

The visa-free regime also operates on the territory of Montenegro. You can read more about the nuances of entering the territory of this country on our portal:

Morocco is an amazing country where past and present are intertwined.

Morocco is one of the countries of the Maghreb (this is the name of Morocco in Arabic). Prior to this, the Maghreb traditionally, since the Middle Ages, Arab travelers called the countries of North Africa, located west of Egypt.

Entry for Ukrainians, Belarusians, Kazakhstanis and other foreigners

Citizens of all CIS countries are required to apply for a visa to visit Morocco. Any type of visa is valid for no more than 90 days. To stay in Morocco beyond this period, you need to obtain a residence permit.

Features of arriving in Morocco by sea

If the traveler arrives in Morocco from the ports of France or Spain, he needs to have a double or multiple entry Schengen visa or tickets from the Kingdom to his homeland. The border services of Spain and France control this moment even before departure. They cannot be sure that Morocco will let a foreigner into its territory. And having a visa or tickets, the traveler has the opportunity to return to the country of departure without any problems.

Where and how can I get a visa to Morocco?

Visas are issued at the representations of the Kingdom of Morocco abroad.

Embassy of Morocco in Russia

The only representative office of Morocco in Russia is located in Moscow. Citizens of Russia and foreigners who legally live on its territory can apply for a visa there. All contact information is on the official website of the embassy.

The Embassy of Morocco is located at the address: Moscow, Prechistensky lane, 8A

Table: where to get a visa for citizens of Belarus, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and other countries

Addresses and contacts of Moroccan representations in the post-Soviet countries can be found.

Receipt process

Registration is fast and does not take more than 5-10 days. To do this, you need to collect a set of documents corresponding to the purpose of the trip, and submit it for consideration to the embassy. Interviews and additional procedures are not provided.

In many Arab countries, the authorities have a negative attitude towards foreigners whose passports contain an Israeli visa. But for Morocco, this is not critical - the state adheres to neutrality.

Required documents

All papers from the country of residence must be translated into Arabic or French, which is the second most common language.

To apply for a Moroccan visa you will need:

• application form, which is filled in English and signed by the applicant;
• original internal passport and a copy of its first three pages;
• copies of round-trip tickets clearly showing entry and exit dates;
• one color photograph 3.5×4.5 cm;
• certificate of employment, which indicates the date of acceptance, a list of job responsibilities and the amount of wages. For private entrepreneurs, this document can replace the income statement;
• medical insurance.

Additional documents depend on the purpose of the trip.

Goals can be:

• private visits to the residents of the Kingdom,
• business or work trip,
• participation in events.

The embassy staff will advise you on what documents you need to provide.

Transit visa

Citizens of Russia do not need a transit visa. Residents of other states need it to cross the territory of Morocco on their way to other countries. The list of documents will be the same as for a regular visa. Additionally, to obtain a transit visa, you will need tickets to the country of destination and a visa (if required by law).

Jobs in Morocco

You can get a job in Morocco only on a special work visa. It must be received by all foreigners, including Russians. The country has high unemployment, so the attitude towards labor migrants and specialists is demanding. The priority in employment belongs to the native Moroccans, and foreigners are accepted only in the absence of local specialists.

Applying for a work visa requires the submission of the following documents:

• an application for the issuance of an appropriate visa;
• four passport size photographs taken no more than six months ago;
• an invitation from a Moroccan employer, which is issued in accordance with all Moroccan rules;
• certificate from the place of the last job.

The passport must be valid for the entire intended period of the visa and, in addition, contain one blank page for stamping.

A Moroccan work visa has several types, depending on the type of activity that a foreign specialist will be engaged in.

Long term stay

A visa of any type is issued for a period not exceeding 90 days. If this period is not enough, a residence permit must be obtained. You can apply for it at the nearest police station in Morocco. The process takes at least two weeks.

The initial term for which the document is issued is one year, and then it can be extended up to five years.

Being on the territory of Morocco, one should not forget for a minute that this country is a Muslim one.It has its own rules of conduct and national traditions. Respect them.

Features of the entry of minors

For crossing the Moroccan border with children, there are uniform rules for visa and visa-free entry. A birth certificate and a passport of the child (or the parent, if the child has not received his own) must be available.

If the child travels unaccompanied by parents, then their consent to travel abroad is required, and if with one of them, then the consent is signed by the other parent. The document is translated into English and certified by a notary.

You can read about all the nuances associated with the departure of minors abroad on our portal:

In this case, the consent is signed by both parents.

How much does a visa to Morocco cost?

When applying for a visa, a consular fee is charged. Its standard size is $80. At the Moscow Embassy, ​​the service costs 2,095 rubles.

Payment is made in the national currency of the country where the applicant submits documents. Therefore, the cost may differ in each individual country.

What to do in case of refusal?

If a visa is denied, the reason for the denial must be clearly stated in the official letter. In this case, these shortcomings (incorrect paperwork, incomplete package) should be eliminated and the application should be submitted again. The second way is to file an appeal against a negative decision. The appeal must be correctly written and contain serious arguments in favor of the applicant.

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Russians do not have to worry about visas if they plan to stay in Morocco for no more than 90 days. For citizens of other countries, obtaining a Moroccan visa will not be difficult. The main problem in obtaining a visa may be the lack of diplomatic missions of the Kingdom in many countries of the former USSR.