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Do you need a visa for Morocco? The basics
Requirements vary by nationality and change over time: here's how to actually check.
Many nationalities, including the US, UK, EU member states, and Canada, can enter Morocco visa-free for tourist stays of up to 90 days, using just a valid passport. Requirements for other nationalities vary considerably and do change, so this is genuinely one area where you should check the current rules for your specific passport rather than rely on a general travel blog, including this one.
The most reliable sources are your home country's foreign travel advisory site or the Moroccan consulate serving your country, checked close to your travel dates rather than months in advance.
Practical things worth confirming alongside visa status: your passport's remaining validity (most countries require at least six months beyond your travel dates) and whether you need proof of onward travel or accommodation at the border, which is occasionally requested though not consistently enforced.
If anything about your situation is unusual: dual nationality, a passport from a country with more limited visa-free access, or a stay longer than 90 days, it's worth confirming with the consulate directly well before booking flights.
Planning around Casablanca? Read the Casablanca destination guide or see 8-Day Grand Morocco Tour: Casablanca to Marrakech, a sample itinerary that includes it.
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