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Morocco to China visa requirements

Q: Does the 240-hour visa-free transit apply to Moroccans?

No. Morocco is not among the nationalities eligible for China's 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit policy.

Q: How much does the Chinese tourist visa cost for Moroccans?

China waives the visa fee itself for Moroccan nationals, but the authorized visa service center typically charges a handling fee, and express service costs extra.

Q: How long can I stay in China on a tourist visa?

An L visa is normally issued for a single entry with a stay of up to 30 days.

Q: Where do I apply in Morocco?

Apply at the Chinese Visa Application Service Center (Casablanca) or the Consular Office of the Embassy of China in Rabat after completing the online COVA form.

Q: How long does processing take?

Standard processing is about 4 working days; express service takes around 3 working days for an additional fee.

Moroccan ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit China. Apply for a Chinese L (tourist) visa before travel — Morocco is not on China's visa-free or transit-visa-free lists. As of 30 May 2026, holders of an ordinary Moroccan passport must obtain a visa before traveling to China for tourism. Morocco is NOT included in China's unilateral visa-free policy (50 countries, 30-day stay) nor in the 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit scheme. The China–Morocco mutual visa-exemption agreement applies only to diplomatic, service and special passports — not ordinary passports. Tourists should apply for an L (tourist) visa by first completing the China Online Visa Application (COVA) form, then submitting their passport, photo and supporting documents in person at the Chinese Visa Application Service Center or the Consular Office of the Embassy of China in Rabat. Notably, China waives the visa fee for Moroccan nationals on a reciprocity basis, though an authorized service-center handling charge usually still applies. Standard processing is about 4 working days, with express options available. The L visa is typically issued for a single entry with a stay of up to 30 days. Always confirm the latest fees and document list directly with the embassy/service center before applying.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

L (Tourist) visa — embassy/consular sticker visa

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single entry (typical for first-time tourists)

from issue date

Visa fee

MAD 0 visa fee (China waives the fee for Moroccan nationals); service-center charge may apply

consular fee only

Processing time

About 4 working days (express ~3 working days)

standard track

Validity

Usually 3 months from issue to enter

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need a visa

As an ordinary Moroccan passport holder you are not covered by China's visa-free or 240-hour transit schemes, so a visa is mandatory before travel.

· Mandatory· Ordinary passport

/02

Complete the online COVA form

Fill out the China Online Visa Application (COVA) form, upload a recent photo, print the confirmation page and sign it.

· Online· COVA

/03

Gather supporting documents

Prepare your passport, photo, round-trip flight reservation, hotel/accommodation bookings and proof of funds for the L (tourist) category.

· Documents

/04

Book an appointment and submit in person

Submit your application at the Chinese Visa Application Service Center or the Consular Office of the Embassy of China in Rabat; biometrics/fingerprints may be required.

· In person· Rabat / Casablanca

/05

Pay any service charge and wait

The visa fee is waived for Moroccan nationals, but pay any service-center handling charge; standard processing is about 4 working days.

· ~4 working days

/06

Collect passport and verify the visa

Pick up your passport, check the entries, stay length and validity dates printed on the visa sticker before traveling.

· Collection

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Morocco -> China · L (Tourist) visa — embassy/consular sticker visa

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Visa typeTravel date

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RequiredPassport valid 6+ months with at least one blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed COVA application confirmation

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredOne recent passport-size color photo (white background)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredRound-trip flight reservation / itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredConfirmed hotel bookings or accommodation proof

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds (bank statement)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedDetailed travel itinerary for the stay

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedCopy of Morocco ID / residence proof

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

OptionalPrevious Chinese visas (if any)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesChina National Immigration Administration — Unilateral Visa Exemption List China NIA / MFA — List of Mutual Visa Exemption Agreements TravelChinaGuide — Chinese Embassy in Morocco (Rabat) Visa Application & Fees

Application link included: China National Immigration Administration — Unilateral Visa Exemption List

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Chinese L visa feeMAD 0Waived for Moroccan nationals on a reciprocity basis

Visa service center handling feeMAD 250–350Charged by the authorized Chinese Visa Application Service Center

Express processing (optional)MAD 300Extra charge to shorten processing to ~3 working days

Total estimateMAD 0 — MAD 650incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Regular service

~4 working days

Standard processing at the consular office or visa center

Express service

~3 working days

Faster processing for an additional MAD 300 charge

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Morocco not on unilateral visa-free list

China's 50-country unilateral visa-free policy (30-day stay) does not include Morocco.

High

/02

Not eligible for 240-hour transit

Moroccan passports are not among the nationalities eligible for China's 240-hour visa-free transit.

Medium

/03

Mutual exemption excludes ordinary passports

The China–Morocco visa-exemption agreement covers only diplomatic, service and special passports.

Medium

/04

Tourism requires the L category

Short tourist visits fall under the L visa, which must be obtained before arrival.

High

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Use the foreign visitor lanes, keep hotel or invitation details handy, and make sure your entry purpose matches the visa-free category.

/02

Registration

Hotels normally register foreign guests automatically. If staying in a private residence, complete temporary residence registration with local police within 24 hours.

/03

Connectivity

Install maps, translation, and payment apps before travel. Some foreign services may not work reliably without roaming or a compliant VPN.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Morocco to China route verified

Confirmed against China NIA lists that ordinary Moroccan passport holders still require an L visa; Morocco is absent from the unilateral visa-free (50 countries) and 240-hour transit schemes, and the mutual exemption covers only diplomatic/service/special passports.

/09 — The questions