Morocco Tourist Visa - Everything You Need To Know - (Indian Passport Holders)

There are tourists from across the world who are willing to travel to Morocco for the beauty it is. A tourist visa to Morocco is issued for those foreigners who are looking forward to travelling to Morocco for tourism and other leisure activities like sightseeing, attending concerts, cultural trips and others. The validity of the permit will depend on the type. For a single-entry permit, the validity is 30 days and as for the case of the multiple-entry visa, the validity would differ and the stay permitted per visit will be 30 days only. There may be some changes in the validity as per the case.

Before applying for a tourist visa to Morocco, you need to make sure that you are eligible for the same. The process for the application of the permit is mainly offline and you can apply directly to the Consulate. The step by step process to get a Morocco tourist visa for Indian passport holders is as follows:

1. You can start by downloading the visa application form.
2. Fill out the application form thoroughly.
3. Attach your recent photograph.
4. Collect all the required supporting documents.
5. Submit the documents and the application form to the Consulate.
6. Pay the Morocco tourist visa fee as requested by the Consulate.

At the time of filling out the application form, make sure that the information is correct and it matches with the details on the travel documents. If any of the information is found to be false or unverifiable, there are chances that the application may get rejected. Such a visa rejection will affect your future applications to get a tourist visa to Morocco or any other country.

There are certain parameters that decide whether the applicant is eligible for the application of a tourist visa to Morocco. These parameters vary from type to type and the eligibility criteria for this permit are listed as follows:

• You must possess proof of purpose of visit

• If you are visiting your acquaintances, you must have an invitation letter from the resident in Morocco.
• You must visit for tourism only, or visiting acquaintances and not searching for or taking up any kind of employment.
• You must meet the health requirements

• • • You must be healthy enough to travel to Morocco.
    • You must perform a medical test before travelling to the country and provide a relevant documentary proof (if asked).
  • You must be of good character, you may not be granted the visa if -
    • You have a history of a criminal conviction.
    • You have been deported or banned from another country.
    • You are found to be a threat or risk to the country.
• You must have sufficient funds
  • • You must possess or have access to sufficient funds to be able to cover your stay and other expenses in Morocco.
    • Bank statement or any equivalent document is to be submitted as well as proof of the same.

There are different kinds of requirements based on the nationality of the applicant. The Morocco tourist visa requirements for Indian citizens are listed below:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months ahead of the intended date of travel.
• Completely filled visa application form
• Recent photographs as per the specifications
• Covering letter with required details
• Confirmed flight tickets
• Travel insurance
• Proof of accommodation - hotel reservation, etc.
• Proof of sufficient funds - Income Tax Returns, Bank statement, Salary slip for the last 6 months, etc.

• One copy must be provided
• Photo size: 35 mm x 45 mm.
• Coloured copy must be provided.
• The face must cover about 70-80% of the frame.
• Head should well-centred.
• The picture must not be older than 6 months.
• The background must be white
• Neutral expressions.
• Both the ears must be visible.
• Teeth should not be visible.
• Glasses are not permitted.
• Headgears are not allowed except for religious reasons.
• Clothing shouldn’t match the background.

The processing time required for the issuance of a tourist visa to Morocco is about 4 to 5 days. There are several factors that affect the processing time of the permit. Such as the workload at the embassy office, the staff availability, whether the documents are complete or the rest of the documents are yet to be submitted and others.

The fee to get a tourist visa to Morocco must be paid to the Embassy of Morocco directly. It can be paid in cash and should be paid at the time of the submission of the application form and the documents. There are several factors that affect the estimation of the fees. For instance, type of visa, the number of entries permitted, the validity of the visa and other similar factors.

When the documents have been submitted, there are a few things that you need to note -

• After the documents have been submitted, you can then wait for the processing of your permit.
• When you are applying, make sure that you are applying at least a couple of weeks prior to your intended date of travel.
• If there are any kind of issues with the permit, the consulate must be informed accordingly.
• If there is a change of plans and you need to withdraw your application, this is the time when you do it.

In order to check the status of the permit, it can be done offline by contacting the Consulate offline. Else, if you have applied through an agency, you can check the status through the agency’s website.

After the completion of the whole process, the visa will be processed by the embassy and you can collect it from the Embassy office on the given timings. When you have your visa, there are a few things that you need to know -

• Before you travel

• Make a note of the visa expiry date, as well as the number of entries permitted. You must not stay in the country beyond this period.
• You should travel to Morocco within the validity of your visa.
• Make sure to carry a copy of your passport and other travel documents while you are in the country.
• Issue health insurance and travel Insurance from a certified company for safety.
• At the Border

• • • Get your documents checked and your passport verified by the border officers.
    • Consult the airport authorities for any kind of assistance required.
    • Check your visa copy for other guidelines and rules to be followed.
• When you enter Morocco
  • • Ensure not to get involved in any kind of employment. You can, however, do unpaid volunteer work.
    • The tourist prohibited areas must be stayed out of.
    • Make sure you don’t overstay and apply for a visa extension in time.
    • If you have a change of plans and you need to stay longer, you can apply for an extension or a different kind of visa at least 3 weeks prior to the expiry.