The Moroccan passport allows travel without a visa to several countries , but it falls far short of offering true freedom of movement internationally. A global ranking reminds us that Moroccans still need a visa for many major destinations, particularly in Europe, North America, and Asia.
Wrongly accused of fraud, a Moroccan domestic worker employed in Ceuta has won a major legal victory. Spanish justice has annulled the rejection of her work visa, condemning the administration for its biased assessment .
Retired Moroccans living in Morocco can, under certain conditions, apply for a special residence card in France . This document allows them to return freely to French territory without having to request a visa for each trip.
For many Moroccans, choosing a holiday destination still largely depends on one simple criterion: is a visa required or not? Faced with Schengen constraints, several countries are gaining ground.
Moroccans remain among the main applicants for Schengen visas in the world. In 2024, over 437,000 visas were granted to them, according to a Turespaña report dedicated to the Moroccan tourism market.
Jalil Lahmouzi was supposed to fly to the United States to attend the Morocco-Brazil match. This Belgian citizen of Moroccan origin is denied entry to American territory just days before departure, threatening thousands of euros in investments to go up in smoke.
The unexpected visa refusals by the US consulate in Casablanca is causing strong outrage. Dozens of journalists and fans risk being deprived of the 2026 World Cup organized on the North American continent.
Defender Zakaria El Ouahdi has finally secured his visa for the United States. Forced to remain in Morocco, the player will now join his teammates to compete in the 2026 World Cup led by Mohamed Ouahbi .
Moroccan players have landed in the United States to prepare for the World Cup, but one major absence is notable. Blocked by visa issues, Zakaria El Wahdi was unable to make the trip with the rest of the squad.
Irritated by the slowness of an identity verification, a young Moroccan violently assaulted border police officers on a bus coming from Spain. Tried in Perpignan, he now risks incarceration.
Since May 1st, foreigners wishing to reside in France are facing a drastic increase in taxes . The new finance law has driven up the price of fiscal stamps required to obtain or renew their documents.
The American administration eases its entry rules for the upcoming World Cup. Supporters from several developing countries, equipped with tickets, will now be exempt from the heavy financial bond required to obtain their visa.