Is Morocco Open for Tourists? – Latest Travel Restrictions

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Morocco began reopening its borders to international travel in September 2020. It is one of the countries that are open for tourism that travelers from all countries can visit. However, restrictions for travelers depend on whether they are coming from a List A or List B country.

Travelers from List A countries must complete a Public Health Passenger Form and present either a vaccination certificate, where the last dose was received at least two weeks prior, or a certificate for a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 72 hours prior to boarding.

Vaccinated travelers from List B countries must submit a Public Health Passenger Form, a vaccination certificate where the last dose was received at least two weeks prior, and a certificate for a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 48 hours prior to boarding.

Unvaccinated international travelers from List B countries must present a completed Public Health Passenger Form, a certificate for a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 48 hours prior to boarding, a completed affidavit, and a voucher for payment for 10 days of quarantine at a designated hotel with PCR testing on day 9 of the quarantine period.

Unvaccinated Moroccan citizens/residents traveling from List B countries must submit a completed Public Health Passenger Form, a certificate for a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 48 hours prior to boarding, and a completed affidavit agreeing to self-isolate at home for 5 days from their arrival and undergo testing on day 5 of the self-isolation period.

Can I travel to Morocco right now?  

Travelers from all countries can currently visit Morocco, but restrictions are different for List A and List B countries. Below is a map of List A and List B countries:

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Morocco COVID-19 travel restrictions and entry requirements

Morocco’s entry requirements depend on your vaccination status and whether you are traveling from a List A or List B country.

All travelers must complete a Public Health Passenger Form.

If you are traveling from a List A country, you must either present a vaccination certificate where you received the last dose at least two weeks prior or a certificate for a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 72 hours prior to boarding.

If you are a vaccinated foreign national traveling from a List B country, you must present both a vaccination certificate where the last dose was received at least two weeks prior and a medical certificate for a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 48 hours prior to boarding.

If you are an unvaccinated foreign national traveling from a List B country, you must present a medical certificate for a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 48 hours prior to boarding and a completed affidavit. You must also present a voucher for payment for 10 days of quarantine at a designated hotel. You will have to quarantine for 10 days from your arrival in Morocco and take a PCR test on day 9 of your quarantine period.

Morocco COVID-19 travel restrictions and entry requirements

If you are an unvaccinated Moroccan citizen or resident traveling from a List B country, you must submit a medical certificate for a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 48 hours prior to boarding and a completed affidavit agreeing to self-isolate at home for 5 days from your arrival and undergo testing on day 5 of the self-isolation period.

COVID-19 vaccine to travel to Morocco

Travelers from List A countries who present a vaccination certificate where the last dose was received at least two weeks prior are exempt from presenting a negative PCR test to enter Morocco.

Travelers from List B countries who present a vaccination certificate where the last dose was received at least two weeks prior are exempt from quarantining on arrival in Morocco. You must still provide proof of a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 48 hours prior to boarding.

COVID-19 vaccine to travel to Morocco

Acceptable vaccines include AstraZeneca, Sinopharm, Sputnik, Pfizer, Janssen (Johnson and Johnson), Covishield, Moderna, and Sinovac.

Is PCR testing mandatory to travel to Morocco?

All travelers from List B countries must have a medical certificate for a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 48 hours prior to boarding.

Unvaccinated travelers from List A countries must present a medical certificate for a negative PCR test result that was obtained within 72 hours prior to boarding.

Unvaccinated international travelers from List B countries will take a second PCR test on day 9 of their 10-day quarantine period. Unvaccinated Moroccan citizens and residents from List B countries will undergo a rapid antigen or PCR test on day 5 of their 5-day self-isolation period.

Children under the age of 11 are exempt from PCR testing, no matter which country they are traveling from.

Is there a mandatory quarantine upon arrival in Morocco?

There is no mandatory quarantine upon arrival for travelers from List A countries or vaccinated travelers from List B countries.

Unvaccinated international travelers from List B countries must quarantine for 10 days from their arrival in Morocco at a designated hotel. They will then undergo PCR testing on day 9 of their quarantine period.

Unvaccinated Moroccan citizens and residents from List B countries must self-isolate for 5 days at their home and undergo testing (rapid antigen or PCR) on the 5^th day of their self-isolation period.

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You are not required to have travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage to visit Morocco, but if you plan on traveling, you really should have some kind of insurance coverage.

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Other travel restrictions for Morocco during COVID-19

Morocco has implemented a few other restrictions for travelers:

• All travelers must complete a passenger health form online and then print and sign the form so they can present it on arrival in Morocco.

• All travelers will undergo health screenings upon arrival in Morocco.

• Face masks are required in all public areas.

• Social distancing rules must be observed.

• You may need a tourist visa to visit Morocco. Check if you need one below.

What’s open in Morocco

There is plenty to do in Morocco right now, since hotels, beaches, restaurants, attractions, and tours are all open.

Hotels that are open in Morocco

Hotels and accommodations in Morocco are open, which is important because all foreign tourists must have a hotel reservation confirmation in order to enter the country. There are lots of great places to stay in Morocco, but these are the ones we like best:

• • Iberostar Club Palmeraie (Marrakech)
  • Riad Du Petit Prince (Marrakech)
  • Casablanca Le Lido Thalasso & Spa (Casablanca)
  • Fes Marriott Hotel Jnan Palace (Fez)
  • Kenzi Solazur (Tanger)
  • Hotel Argana (Agadir)

Guests must wear masks in all public areas and abide by social distancing rules. They will also have their temperatures checked and must disinfect their hands upon entering the accommodation.

More information on hotel and accommodation regulations can be found here.

Attractions that are open and tours that are operating in Morocco

Attractions are open and tours are operating in Morocco. We highly recommend these tours and attractions:

• Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Full-Day Trip with Boat Ride
• Marrakech: Atlas Mountains Day Trip
• Marrakech: Spa and Hammam Experience
• Marrakech: Day Trip to Essaouira
• Marrakech: 3-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Merzouga
• Fez: Chefchaouen Day Tour

Museums and cultural sites are open for visitors. Guests must wear masks at all times and social distance. They will have their temperature taken at the entrance to the attraction and must disinfect their hands.

On tours, guests must wear masks at all times and social distance. They must also regularly disinfect their hands.

You can find more details on attraction and tour regulations here.

Restaurants that are open in Morocco

Excited to try some delicious Moroccan food? Luckily, restaurants and cafes in Morocco are open.

Restaurants that are open in Morocco

Guests must wear masks when entering, moving around, and exiting the restaurant/cafe. Guests will also have their temperatures checked and must disinfect their hands upon entering.

More information on restaurant regulations is available here.

Airports that are open in Morocco

Morocco’s six busiest airports are all open and limited international flights are operating. Those six airports are Casablanca – Mohammed V International Airport, Marrakesh Menara Airport, Agadir – Al Massira Airport, Fes – Saiss Airport, Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport, and Rabat Sale Airport.

Airports that are open in Morocco

All travelers must wear masks and follow social distancing rules. They will also be subject to health screenings on arrival.

Curfew in Morocco

Currently, there is a national curfew in place from 11 PM to 4:30 AM.

Vaccinated individuals who have a vaccine digital passport issued by the Moroccan Government can move freely after 11 PM. Unvaccinated individuals or individuals without a vaccine digital passport must have written permission from the Moroccan authorities to travel during curfew hours and between cities/regions.

Intercity and interregional travel restrictions in Morocco

Individuals without a vaccine digital passport issued by the Moroccan Government must have written permission from the Moroccan authorities to travel between cities and regions.

Where to get a PCR test in Morocco

Your country may require you to take a PCR test in order to fly back home. If you need to get a PCR test in Morocco, here is a list of places you can get tested

Morocco reopening its borders to tourists – F.A.Q.

Check out these FAQs related to Morocco reopening for tourists and let us know if you have any other questions in the comments below.

Sources

We will update this guide on Morocco reopening to tourism with any new developments. If you need more information on travel to Morocco, you can check these official sources:

• • US Embassy Updates on COVID-19 in Morocco
  • CDC Travel Recommendations for Morocco
  • General Morocco Travel Advisory
  • Current Morocco Entry Requirements in French and English
  • Passenger Health Form
  • Wiqaytna COVID-19 App
  • Visit Morocco COVID-19 News and Regulations
  • List A Countries
  • List B Countries
  • List of Designated Quarantine Hotels in French