Do American citizens need a visa for Morocco?
The official link goes to travel.state.gov. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Morocco entry rules for American citizens.
| Verdict | Visa-free |
|---|---|
| Document | None |
| Stay | 90 days |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for an American passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Morocco entry requirements.
The details for an American passport.
State Dept (Jun 2025): visas are not required for visits under 90 days; passport 6 months' validity at entry; one blank page. Overstayers must appear before a judge before leaving. Make sure the passport is stamped on entry. Extensions beyond 90 days are made at a police station. Carry 6 months' passport validity (FCDO says 3). Exporting dirhams is illegal; drones are confiscated without prior authorisation.
How long it must be valid.
Carry 6 months' validity. FCDO (reviewed 19 Aug 2026): expiry at least 3 months after arrival. State Dept (Jun 2025): at least 6 months at entry. Canada: 6 months beyond the date you leave. Irish DFA: 6 months from entry. Airlines may apply the stricter rule. German FO (11 Oct 2026): 6 months at entry. Netherlands Worldwide (Jul 2026): valid for the whole stay.
Recent changes in Morocco.
- 2026-08-19 — FCDO review of the Morocco advice. Its entry page now gives a 3-month passport validity rule (State Dept, Canada and the Irish DFA still say 6 months) and a foreign-currency declaration threshold of MAD 100,000.
- 2026-07-20 — Morocco suspended acceptance of visa confirmation letter (VCL) applications for Taiwan (ROC) passport holders; letters issued earlier remain usable within their validity.
The short answers.
Do American citizens need a visa for Morocco?
No. American citizens don’t need a visa for Morocco for stays of 90 days.
How long can American citizens stay in Morocco?
90 days. Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do American citizens apply?
On the official site, travel.state.gov. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Morocco visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.