Destination guide
Last updated: June 15, 2026The bridge between Europe and Africa — medinas, desert, the Atlas mountains and mint tea. Easy to reach and generally safe, with the usual tourist cautions. Here is the essential, verified.
Travel essentials
European citizens enter visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism. For African passports the rule varies: Senegal and Guinea-Bissau are exempt; Ghana enters visa-free with an electronic authorization on the “Accès Maroc” portal; Angola, Nigeria and Cabo Verde generally need a visa/eVisa. No yellow fever requirement.
| Passport | Entry rule | Max stay |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal · Spain · France · United Kingdom | Visa-free (tourism) | 90 days |
| Senegal · Guinea-Bissau | Visa-free (tourism) | 90 days |
| Ghana | Visa-free with e-authorization (“Accès Maroc” portal) | — |
| Angola · Nigeria · Cabo Verde | Visa / eVisa required — check on “Accès Maroc” | — |
⚠️ Border rules change without notice. Always confirm with the official source (consulate, immigration, travel.state.gov, gov.uk, Portal das Comunidades) before travelling.
Health
No mandatory vaccine for direct arrivals from Europe, including yellow fever. Keep routine vaccinations up to date.
Passport
Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival, plus proof of onward travel and accommodation.
To confirm (not published as fact):
- Exemption and eVisa lists change — confirm each African passport’s eligibility on the official “Accès Maroc” portal at the time of travel.
Arrival & Safety
Airport
The most common gateways from Europe: Casablanca (Mohammed V, CMN), Marrakech (Menara, RAK), Rabat-Salé, Fes-Saïss and Agadir.
Getting in
The backbone is licensed taxis: “petits taxis” (city) and “grands taxis” (between cities) — agree the fare or ask for the meter. Ride apps (Careem, inDrive, Bolt, Heetch; Uber returned in late 2025) operate in the big cities, but some in a legal gray area. Avoid unofficial “guides” and informal exchange houses.
Safety
Most trips are trouble-free (Level 2, US, for terrorism risk). The main concern is skilled petty theft and scams in the labyrinthine medinas and tourist areas — keep valuables discreet, avoid demonstrations and take extra care at night in quiet areas.
⚠️ Border rules change without notice. Always confirm with the official source (consulate, immigration, travel.state.gov, gov.uk, Portal das Comunidades) before travelling.
Money
Currency: Moroccan dirham (MAD). It is a “closed” currency — importing or exporting dirhams is prohibited, so exchange on arrival and spend what you have before leaving. Cards work in hotels and restaurants; in the souks, cash is king.
Connectivity
Three operators: Maroc Telecom (coverage leader, especially in the Atlas and desert), Orange (fast in cities — Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech) and Inwi (cheaper). 4G covers over 99% of populated areas and 5G is growing in the big cities.
An eSIM gives you data the moment you land, ideal for leaving the airport and ordering transport stress-free, and for itineraries hopping between cities without registering a SIM at each stop.
WhatsApp works normally: the old VoIP-call ban was lifted in 2016. Messaging and navigation work well; call quality can vary by network and time of day.