Morocco

Travel Tips

English is generally understood in the main tourist regions
Mains water in hotels and towns is safe to drink. Outside of the main towns, water may be contaminated
As a predominately Islamic country, dress should always be conservative: men should wear long pants, and women should keep their arms and leg covered
Respect to religious customs should also be shown during the month of Ramadan

Last updated 17 September 2026

Foreign Representation in South Africa

799 Francis Baard St, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083
Telephone: +27 (0)12 343 0230
Email: sifmapre@mwebbiz.co.za
Website: mconsulat.ma/

Hours: 09:00-16:00
Visa Applications: Monday - Thursday: 09:00 - 11:00
Collections: 13:30 - 15:30 (during Ramadan: 13:00 - 14:00)

Public Holidays

2026:
Jan 1, 11, 14
Mar 20-21
May 1, 27-28
Jun 17
Jul 30
August: 14, 20 - 21, 26 - 27
November: 6, 18

Visa Requirements

Visas are to be applied for through the Moroccan Embassy. Applicants living outside of Gauteng can apply for a visa with an affidavit (courier service and/or a designated person).
SA passholders may also be applied for online in limited circumstances: www.acces-maroc.ma

Entry visa application form into the Kingdom of Morocco
Two identity photographs in colour on white background (4 X 3 cm) showing the features of the face clearly
Identity card or residence permit or any document that proves the address
Valid passport: The validity of the passport or the travel document must be longer than the duration of stay
A photocopy of the passport (pages indicating the identity & the validity);
Bank statement
Or attestation of invitation duly legalized, in case of family visit, including guarantee of covering medical and possible repatriation expenses
Or request from an authorized travel agency or recommendation of the Ministry of Tourism or the representation of the Moroccan National Tourist Office
A return ticket with confirmed reservation
Travel Insurance
A hotel booking, or Introduction of a “Voucher”
Chancery fees

Visa Processing Time

Embassy: Minimum of 10 working days

Visa Cost

Please contact the embassy directly for visa costs

Visa Forms

Health / Vaccinations

South African Representative Abroad

34 Rue des Saadiens, Rabat
Telephone: +21 253 768 9159 / +21 253 770 0874
E-mail: safricamissionrabat@gmail.com