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Do China passport holders need a visa to visit MA?

Visa-free 90 days for Chinese tourists since 1 Jun 2016 under bilateral agreement. Chinese passport holders can enter Morocco visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism, business, family visits, or transit. Morocco unilaterally waived visa requirements for Chinese citizens effective 1 June 2016, becoming the first North African country to do so. Morocco does not require reciprocity from China (Moroccan citizens still need a Chinese visa). This decision was driven by Morocco's tourism diversification strategy and growing China-Morocco trade including Renault-China automotive supply chains. Royal Air Maroc operates direct flights from Casablanca (CMN) to Beijing (PEK) since 2019. Most Chinese travellers also connect via Doha, Dubai, or Istanbul. Travel must be for short-term purposes — work, study, journalism, and stays over 90 days still require a visa from the Moroccan embassy in Beijing or consulate in Shanghai. Visa-free entry covers all major Moroccan destinations: Casablanca, Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen, Tangier, Rabat, Essaouira.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
Visa type
Unilateral visa-free entry (no application)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple short visits allowed
from issue date
Visa fee
Free
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry on arrival
standard track
Validity
Permanent unilateral arrangement since 1 Jun 2016
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Chinese passport valid 6+ months beyond intended departure with at least 2 blank pages.
· 6 months validity
/02
Book travel & accommodation
Confirmed flights and hotel/host details. Moroccan Immigration may ask at the border.
· flight + hotel proof
/03
Prepare return/onward ticket
Confirmed return or onward ticket within 90 days is recommended.
· return ticket
/04
Fill arrival card
Complete the Moroccan arrival card on flight or at port of entry.
· arrival card
/05
Arrive in Morocco
Present passport at immigration at CMN Casablanca or other port. Free entry stamp issued.
· no application needed
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

6 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 6 complete
Chinese passport
Valid 6+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages
Return/onward ticket
Confirmed flight within 90 days
Hotel booking or host contact
Accommodation for first night minimum
Sufficient funds
Approximately USD 50/day or equivalent
Travel insurance
Highly recommended (Moroccan medical costs)
Moroccan arrival card
Fill on flight or at port of entry
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeUnilateral Moroccan visa-free; no application, no fee
Tourist visa (if needed)MAD 220Only for stays over 90 days or non-eligible purposes
Multi-entry tourist visaMAD 330For frequent travellers needing each stay over 90 days
Overstay penaltyMAD 1,000+Plus possible detention and re-entry ban
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
None
Enter directly; immigration check on arrival at CMN or other ports.
Tourist visa
5-10 business days
Via Moroccan embassy Beijing or consulate Shanghai if needing >90 days.
Work/study visa
1-2 months
Requires Moroccan employer or institution sponsorship.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Stay exceeded 90 days
Visa-free is strict 90 days per entry. Exceed and you face penalties.
Low
/02
Wrong purpose declared
Working or journalism on visa-free is not allowed - declare correctly.
Low
/03
Insufficient onward proof
No return ticket or hotel can lead to denied entry.
Low
/04
Travel through Western Sahara
Some restricted areas require additional permits.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-27
China to Morocco route verified
Confirmed unilateral visa-free 90 days remains in force.
2016-06-01 · major
Morocco grants visa-free entry to China
Unilateral 90-day visa-free for Chinese ordinary passport holders.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Morocco?—
No — visa-free 90 days for tourism, business, family visits, or transit since 1 June 2016.
Is this mutual?+
Can I stay over 90 days?+
Can I work on visa-free entry?+
Do I need a return ticket?+
Are direct flights from China available?+
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