Do US and UK citizens need a visa for Morocco? No: both governments say you can visit for tourism without a visa for up to 90 days. You do need a valid passport: the UK FCDO says it must have an expiry date at least 3 months after the date you arrive and must not be damaged, and the US State Department says at least one blank page. To stay longer than 90 days you must request an extension at a Moroccan police station.
This guide uses the entry requirements published by the U.S. Department of State (travel.state.gov, last updated July 30, 2026) and by the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 19 August 2026), both read on 12 November 2026, arranged as a decision tree, a checklist and a list of the mistakes that cause real problems at the border, in particular the entry stamp. Check the official pages again just before you go.
The essentials
- Visa: not required for tourism for up to 90 days (UK FCDO and US State Department).
- Passport: expiry date at least 3 months after you arrive, and not damaged (UK FCDO); at least one blank page (US State Department).
- Entry stamp: border officials should stamp your passport; the UK FCDO says some travellers have had difficulty leaving Morocco without an entry stamp.
- Longer than 90 days: request an extension at a Moroccan police station (UK FCDO); the US State Department says overstayers must appear before a judge before leaving, and a fine may be payable.
- Drones: you need permission from the Directorate General for Civil Aviation, or you risk fines and confiscation (UK FCDO).
- Money: declare foreign currency worth 100,000 Moroccan dirham or more when you enter or leave (UK FCDO).
Do US and UK citizens need a visa for Morocco?
US citizens
According to the U.S. Department of State (travel.state.gov, last updated July 30, 2026), you must have a valid passport with at least one blank page, and visas are not required for visits lasting less than 90 days. If you remain beyond 90 days without having requested an extension, you will need to appear before a judge before leaving Morocco, and clearance may include the payment of a fine. Carry a copy of your US passport with you at all times. Children with US passports who were born to a Moroccan father may have trouble leaving Morocco without the father’s permission, even if the parents are divorced and the mother has legal custody, because Moroccan law considers them Moroccan citizens.
UK citizens
According to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 19 August 2026), you can visit Morocco without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism. To stay longer than 90 days, you must request an extension at a Moroccan police station. If you go for reasons other than tourism, check visa requirements with the Moroccan Consulate General in the UK. Your passport must have an expiry date at least 3 months after the date you arrive; Moroccan authorities have denied entry to some travellers with damaged passports.
Where the sources differ
Both sources give 90 days without a visa. They differ on the passport: the UK page asks for 3 months of validity after arrival, while the US page mentions only a blank page. Follow the stricter rule, and check with your airline, which applies its own checks at departure.
Decision tree: what do you need?
- Going for tourism for less than 90 days with a valid, undamaged passport? No visa needed: carry your passport, your return ticket, your accommodation details and means of payment.
- Passport expiring soon or damaged? Renew it before you travel: the UK FCDO says the passport needs 3 months after arrival, and damaged passports have been refused.
- Staying more than 90 days? Request an extension at a Moroccan police station before the 90 days end (UK FCDO). Overstaying means appearing before a judge and possibly paying a fine (US State Department).
- Travelling for work or a reason other than tourism? Check visa requirements with the Moroccan Consulate General in the UK or the Embassy of Morocco in the US.
- Taking a drone? Get permission from the Directorate General for Civil Aviation first, or leave it at home.
- Arriving by private boat? You must enter at a recognised port of entry; entering elsewhere is illegal (UK FCDO).
The passport: rules to follow
- Validity: at least 3 months after the date you arrive (UK FCDO), with at least one blank page (US State Department). Make sure it is not damaged.
- On entry, border officials should stamp your passport. Check the stamp before you leave the counter: the UK FCDO says some travellers have had difficulty leaving Morocco because the passport lacked an entry stamp.
- If your passport is lost or stolen, you need a police report from the city where it happened and an emergency travel document from your embassy or consulate (UK FCDO; US State Department, which names the US Consulate General in Casablanca).
- Do not send passports by post to or through Morocco: the UK FCDO says authorities confiscate them. Avoid carrying another person’s passport without a clear reason.
- To renew or apply for a passport, see our passport guide.
Checklist before you go
- ☐ Passport valid at least 3 months after arrival, undamaged, with a blank page (one per person, children included)
- ☐ Return ticket and accommodation booking, printed or on your phone
- ☐ Sufficient means of payment for the stay; declare 100,000 Moroccan dirham or more in foreign currency
- ☐ No drone in your luggage unless you have permission
- ☐ Travel insurance covering medical costs and repatriation
- ☐ Digital copies of your documents, kept apart from the originals
Common mistakes
- Not checking the entry stamp: without one you can face difficulties on departure (UK FCDO).
- Overstaying 90 days without an extension: you must appear before a judge and may pay a fine (US State Department).
- Bringing a drone: fines and confiscation (UK FCDO).
- Travelling with a damaged passport: some travellers have been denied entry (UK FCDO).
- Trying to cross into Algeria by land or sea: the UK FCDO says the borders are closed and it is illegal to cross without authorisation.
- Paying an intermediary site for a “Morocco e-visa”: neither government asks tourists staying under 90 days for a visa.
Health and safety
According to the UK FCDO, you must have a polio vaccination certificate to enter Morocco if you come from a polio-affected country; check TravelHealthPro and the CDC for recommended vaccines (see also our page on travel vaccines). The US State Department reports that terrorist groups continue to plot potential attacks in the region, including Morocco, and reminds travellers to stay vigilant; the UK FCDO and State Department pages cover crime and local laws in more detail. For mobile data from the moment you land, see our guide to an eSIM for Morocco.
Planning the rest of your trip
To choose the season, see when to go to Morocco; for stops, our guides to Marrakech, Fez, Essaouira and Chefchaouen, and our Morocco travel guide. Undecided? See Morocco or Tunisia. For local time, see the time difference in Morocco; for dirhams, the currency of each country. All our guides: entry requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to go to Morocco?
No, not for tourism for up to 90 days, according to both the UK FCDO and the US State Department. To stay longer you must request an extension at a Moroccan police station.
What passport validity do I need for Morocco?
The UK FCDO says the expiry date must be at least 3 months after you arrive and the passport must not be damaged. The US State Department says the passport needs at least one blank page.
How long can I stay in Morocco without a visa?
Up to 90 days for tourism. Beyond that you need an extension, or you may have to appear before a judge before leaving (US State Department).
Why does the entry stamp matter?
The UK FCDO says border officials should stamp your passport on entry, and some travellers have had difficulty leaving Morocco because it had no entry stamp. Check it at the counter.
Can I bring a drone to Morocco?
Only with permission from the Directorate General for Civil Aviation; otherwise you risk fines and confiscation of your equipment (UK FCDO).
Can I cross from Morocco into Algeria?
No. The UK FCDO says the authorities have closed the land and sea borders and it is illegal to cross without authorisation.
Our sources
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, “Morocco travel advice: entry requirements” and “Safety and security” (GOV.UK, updated 19 August 2026), read on 12 November 2026.
- U.S. Department of State, “Morocco: Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements” (travel.state.gov, last updated July 30, 2026), read on 12 November 2026.
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026.