Do South Africans need a visa for Morocco?

South Africans do need a visa to enter Morocco. There are no visa-exempt agreements for South African passport holders. You have two main options for obtaining a visa:

1. Embassy Visa (paper visa):

• Apply in person at the Moroccan Embassy in Pretoria or through authorized visa centers.
• Two main types: Single Entry (valid up to 90 days) and Multiple Entry (valid for one year).
• Processing time usually takes 15-20 business days.

2. eVisa (electronic visa): as long as you hold a valid visa or residence permit from Australia, Canada, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, United Kingdom, United States or Schengen.¹

• Two main types: Tourist eVisa (valid for 30 days) and Business eVisa (valid for 180 days within a year).²
• Faster processing time compared to Embassy Visa (around 24 hours to three days for Tourist, 5-7 business days for Business).

If you are a South African citizen and you want to visit Morocco, you will need a visa. You can apply for a visa either at the Moroccan embassy or online. The online visa is a convenient and fast option that allows you to get your visa by email. Visas for Future is a service that can help you with the online visa application process. With Visas for Future, you can get your Morocco visa in one or three business days, depending on your choice. You can also plant a tree for every visa you buy, as Visas for Future supports environmental projects.

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If you are a South African with a valid visa or residence permit from Australia, Canada, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, United Kingdom, United States or Schengen, you are eligible to apply for a Morocco eVisa. Our processing service will give you your Morocco eVisa in your mailbox within one or three business days, depending on the processing time you choose.

• Standard Processing Time: 3 Business days. $162.26
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Types of Morocco visas available for South Africans with their prices

South Africans have two main options for obtaining a visa to visit Morocco:

1. Embassy Visa (paper visa)

This is the traditional method and involves applying in person at the Moroccan Embassy in Pretoria or through authorized visa centers. There are two types of embassy visas:

• Single Entry Visa: Valid for up to 90 days, with fees ranging from R408 for single entry to R612 for multiple entries. Processing time usually takes around 15-20 business days.
• Multiple Entry Visa: Valid for multiple entries within one year, with a higher fee than the single entry option.

2. eVisa (electronic visa)

This is a newer option introduced for specific nationalities, including South Africans with valid visas from Australia, Canada, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union (Any of the countries that make up the Schengen area). You can apply online through the official Moroccan e-Visa portal. There are two types of e-Visas:

• Tourist e-Visa: Valid for a single entry and a maximum stay of 30 days. Processing time generally takes 24 hours for expedite and three days for standard, with a fee of $162.26 or $196.82.
• Business e-Visa: Valid for multiple entries and a maximum stay of 180 days within a year. Processing time is longer (around 5-7 business days), with a fee of €80 (around R1393).

Additional Cost Factors:

• Processing time: Rush processing options are available for both embassy and e-Visas, incurring additional fees.
• Currency fluctuations: Visa fees are in Dirhams (DH) or Euros (€), so the final cost in Rand (R) might vary depending on exchange rates.
• Service fees: Visa centers might charge additional service fees on top of the official visa fee.

Application procedure for Morocco visa for South Africans

The steps for applying for a Morocco visa from South Africa will vary depending on whether you choose the Embassy Visa or the eVisa option.

Embassy Visa

1. Gather your documents: Prepare all the required. These include:
   • Completed visa application form.
   • Valid passport with at least six months’ validity remaining.
   • Recent passport-sized photographs.
   • Proof of travel arrangements (flights/itinerary).
   • Proof of sufficient financial means (bank statements, credit card statements).
   • Travel insurance covers medical expenses and repatriation.
   • Additional documents may be required depending on the visa type (e.g., business invitation letter).
2. Choose your application method: You can apply in person at the Moroccan Embassy in Pretoria or through authorized visa centers. Check the Embassy website for a list of authorized centers and their contact details.
3. Submit your application: Pay the visa fee and submit your completed application form and documents personally or through the visa center.
4. Wait for a decision: Visa processing times typically take 15-20 business days, but can vary depending on workload. You will be notified of the decision via email or phone.
5. Pick up your visa (if approved): If your visa is approved, you can collect it from the Embassy or visa center where you applied.

Electronic Visa

1. Visit Visas for Future
2. Click on “Get Morocco eVisa Now”
3. Fill out the order form by providing your Name, Email, Phone Number, and Nationality.
4. Pay the fee using a debit or credit card.
5. Complete the Intake form: Provide your personal information and travel details, and upload the required documents as scanned copies (passport, photo, etc.).
6. Wait for a decision: Processing times are 24 hours for expedite and three days for standard Tourist eVisas. You will receive an email notification with your application status.
7. Download your eVisa: If approved, download and print your eVisa document. You must present this along with your valid passport when entering Morocco.

Morocco visa regulations for South Africans

South African citizens must obtain a visa before traveling to Morocco.

Two main types:

• Tourist visa: Ideal for vacation or sightseeing, valid for 90 days with multiple entries (up to 30 days each).
• Business visa: For business professionals, investors, and consultants, valid for 90 days with multiple entries (up to 30 days each).

Requirements and documents needed

Obtaining a Morocco eVisa for South Africans is a relatively straightforward process as long as you have the necessary documents and meet the eligibility criteria. Here’s a breakdown of what you need:

Eligibility

• Be a South African passport holder with at least six months of validity after your planned return date from Morocco.
• Valid residence permit or visa from¹
  • Australia
  • Ireland
  • New Zealand
  • European Union Any of the countries that make up the Schengen area
  • United Kingdom         
  • United States
• Not be traveling for employment purposes (if so, you’ll need an Embassy Visa).
• Not be planning to stay in Morocco for more than 30 days (if so, you’ll need an Embassy Visa).

Required Documents³

• Scanned copy of your valid South African passport bio page.
• Recent digital passport-sized photograph in JPEG format. The photo should have a white background and meet other size and resolution requirements.
• Completed eVisa application form through Visas for Future
• Scanned copy of a Visa or Residence permit from, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union (Any countries that comprise the Schengen area).
• Valid email address: You will receive all communication regarding your eVisa application via email.

Additional documents may be requested depending on your individual circumstances. For example, if you are traveling with children, you may need to provide their birth certificates.

Which Countries can visit Morocco without a visa

Visa-free for 90 days

Visa-free for 30 days

• Algeria
• Bahrain
• Hong Kong (SAR)
• Indonesia
• Kuwait
• Macau (SAR)
• Maldives
• Oman
• Qatar
• Saudi Arabia
• United Arab Emirates

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Frequently Asked Questions

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2. Your stay in Morocco. (2020, July). https://marocainsdumonde.gov.ma/ewhatisi/2020/07/What-is-the-legal-framework-which-governs-your-stay_.pdf [↩]
3. Visa entry to Morocco. (2022). Open Morocco. https://moroccoam2023.ma/informations-pratiques/formalites-dentree-au-maroc/ [↩]

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