Morocco Travel Guide: Entry Rules, Getting Around, Health Advice

If you hold a full British citizen passport, you can visit Morocco without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after you arrive, and it should not be damaged. To get between cities, Morocco has an extensive network of trains, buses, and shared taxis, plus domestic flights. Driving yourself is possible but requires an international driving permit and extra caution.

Who this affects

This guide is for people travelling on a full British citizen passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government's understanding of Morocco's current rules. The authorities in Morocco set and enforce entry rules. If you are not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Moroccan Consulate General in the UK.

What to do step by step

1. Check your passport – it must have an expiry date at least 3 months after you arrive. Make sure it is not damaged. The Moroccan authorities have denied entry to some travellers with damaged passports. Renew it if needed.
2. Confirm visa-free entry – you can visit without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism. To stay longer, request an extension at a Moroccan police station. If you are going for reasons other than tourism, check visa requirements with the Moroccan Consulate General in the UK.
3. Plan your vaccinations – at least 8 weeks before your trip, check the latest vaccine recommendations for Morocco and see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page. You must have a certificate proving you have had a polio vaccine if you are coming from a polio-affected country.
4. Arrange travel insurance – make sure you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation. This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
5. Prepare for entry – border officials should stamp your passport when you enter Morocco. Some travellers have had difficulties leaving because their passport did not have an entry stamp.
6. Declare currency if needed – you must declare foreign currency worth 100,000 Moroccan dirham or more (around £8,000) when you enter or leave the country.
7. If driving, get the 1968 version of the international driving permit (IDP) and your UK driving licence. You cannot buy an IDP outside the UK. Morocco no longer accepts the 1949 version. Also get a green card from your insurer and carry it.

Costs and timing

• Visa: free for tourism stays up to 90 days.
• Passport renewal: standard UK fees apply; allow time before travel.
• Vaccinations: some are free on the NHS (cholera, polio, hepatitis A, typhoid) after a risk assessment; others you pay for (hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, yellow fever).
• Travel insurance: costs vary; ensure it covers medical treatment and repatriation.
• IDP: small fee; get it in the UK before you travel.

Getting around

Morocco has trains, buses, and shared taxis connecting major cities. Domestic flights link some destinations. If you drive, be aware that road accidents are frequent. Poor lighting makes night driving dangerous. Secondary routes and mountain roads can be hazardous in bad weather. On motorways, watch for overloaded lorries and trucks overtaking without a hard shoulder. Drink-driving is a serious offence; any alcohol in your system can lead to a fine and possible imprisonment. If you are in an accident, complete a 'constat amiable' form signed by both parties.

Health and safety

• Altitude sickness is a risk in parts of Morocco.
• Rabies and other animal-borne diseases are present. Do not approach or feed stray animals. If bitten or scratched, seek medical advice immediately.
• Henna tattoos can cause painful allergic reactions.
• Food and water hygiene: follow good practices to reduce stomach bugs. Seek medical help if vomiting and diarrhoea do not improve after a few days.
• Medication: bring an adequate supply of prescription medication. Pharmacies are open 24 hours in every city and district.
• Healthcare: public facilities provide limited care; private clinics operate to a higher standard. Ensure you have insurance and funds for treatment and repatriation.

Exceptions and laws

Morocco's laws and customs are very different from the UK. Same-sex sexual relations are illegal. Drinking alcohol in the street is illegal. Illegal drugs carry severe penalties, including long jail sentences. It is illegal to attempt to convert a Muslim to another faith. Photography near sensitive political or military sites is illegal. Pornography is illegal. Drones require permission from the Directorate General for Civil Aviation. During Ramadan (next starting in February 2027), eating, drinking, smoking or chewing gum in public in the daytime may cause offence. Women may receive unwanted attention; consider loose-fitting clothing covering arms, legs and chest.

What is not yet confirmed

Some details, such as future changes to entry rules or vaccination requirements, are not yet confirmed. Always check the official UK government travel advice for Morocco and the TravelHealthPro Morocco guide before you travel.

Before you travel, check the official sources for the latest updates. This guide is general information and not personal advice.