QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for Morocco with a South African passport?
You need a visa for Morocco. Apply before you travel.
Rule verified by QuickTravelTools on October 10, 2026.
Visa rules for all 199 passports: Morocco visa hub.
What you need
- Passport: should be valid at least 6 months after your trip ends.
- Apply: Start the official Acces Maroc - official e-Visa portal
official AEVM e-visa application portal
- Apply: Start the official Acces Maroc - official e-Visa portal
same official portal handles the electronic authorization
Official sources
- MFA visa-exemption document (hosted on un.org) lists 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' among countries whose citizens are exempted from visa entry to the Kingdom of Morocco (ordinary passports); no duration stated in the document. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Morocco, verified October 5, 2026)
- Official MFA portal where travelers verify their visa status (interactive eligibility form; does not state the US rule in fetchable text). (Accès Maroc (Morocco MFA e-visa portal), verified October 5, 2026)
- Official e-visa portal with interactive per-nationality checker ('DO I NEED A VISA TO ENTER MOROCCO?': nationality, residence, document type, other visas). Verified live 2026-10-09. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAECAMRE), Morocco, verified October 9, 2026)
- Official e-visa terms: eligibility Categories A (11 listed countries), B (residents of EU/USA/Australia/Canada/UK/Japan/Norway/NZ/UAE/Switzerland), C (holders of listed multiple-entry visas). (Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAECAMRE), Morocco, verified October 9, 2026)
- Wayback snapshot (2023-01-27) of the official full visa-exemption country list ('Liste des pays dont les ressortissants sont dispensés du visa d'entrée au Maroc', ~67 entries). Live page did not render on 2026-10-09; list content may be stale. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs (consulat.ma), Morocco, verified October 9, 2026)
Morocco at a glance
| Region | Africa |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 39 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type C/E sockets, 220/380 V, 50 Hz |
On cost, Morocco is one of the more affordable places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 39 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Morocco compares to 179 countries.
On power, you are in luck: both South African outlets and Morocco's use Type C, so many of your chargers should fit as-is. Voltage differs too (220/380 V there versus 230/400 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for Morocco.
Common questions
Do South African citizens need a visa for Morocco?
Yes. You need a visa for Morocco. Apply before you travel.
How long can a South African passport holder stay in Morocco?
The permitted stay depends on the visa or authorisation issued. Check the official immigration site before booking.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from official government sources and verified by QuickTravelTools, and it can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Morocco's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
Nearby destinations for South African passport holders
Sorted by distance from Morocco, useful if your trip covers more than one country.