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Visa and Entry/Exit Reqirements for Morocco

Visa and Entry/Exit Requirements for Morocco

ENTRY REQUIREMENT:  The Moroccan immigration authorities require that U.S. citizens possess a valid passport to enter the country (student and military identity cards are not accepted).  At present, vaccinations are not required. Upon your arrival, you may be asked to produce evidence that you have financial resources sufficient to cover your expenses during your stay in Morocco.

LENGTH OF STAY:  Although entry visas are not required, you must declare your intention to become a resident within 15 days of your arrival or depart Morocco three months after your arrival. Failure to comply with the three month regulation may result in prosecution by Moroccan authorities.

RESIDENCE PROCEDURES: If you intend to establish residence within 15 days of your arrival, you must apply for an alien registration card (Carte d'immatriculation/Carte de Sejour) at the Foreigner's Office (Service des Etrangers) in the Police Station or Gendarmerie Royale in the village where you will reside. The alien registration card is granted by the National Police (Surete Nationale) in Rabat.  Processing time for residence permits varies widely and largely depends on how actively one follows up on his/her application.  When it is issued, the card is valid for ten years.  For those Americans expecting to reside in Morocco for an extended period of time, it is recommended that they apply for a residence permit.  The following is a list of documents required in support of a residence application:

• Provide evidence of your means of livelihood or source of income (pension, annuity, social security, trust funds, bank statements, etc.).
• If you will be employed in Morocco, submit a contract signed by your employer and approved by the Ministry of Labor in Rabat.
• If you are self-employed or a professional, obtain and submit a work authorization from the Secretary General of the Government of Morocco.
• Valid passport (if your U.S. passport is due to expire in 12 months or less, we suggest that you renew your passport before making application for the residence permit).
• Aids tests are mandatory for all persons (age 15 to 60) wishing to reside in Morocco.  The Aids test must be conducted in Morocco at a facility approved by the Moroccan Ministry of Health.  A residence permit will not be issued until the absence of the HIV virus has been determined.
• Three application forms for a residence permit, which are available through Moroccan immigration offices.
• Six recent photos.
• Fee of 50 dirhams.

All of the above information is subject to change and this list is not all inclusive.

VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR OTHER FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS

The U.S. Consulate General in Casablanca has a document entitled "Visa Requirements of Foreign Governments," which spells out visa requirements for American citizens and immunization requirements for all countries worldwide. Contact the U.S. Consulate for information. Requirements for obtaining a visa for Morocco are covered separately.