Morocco visa for South African citizens

Passport

South Africa

Destination

Morocco

South Africa passport holders need to obtain a visa from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling to Morocco.

Answer Visa required

Yes, a visa is required

Entry requirement: Visa required
Maximum stay: Set by the visa
Apply before travel: Yes
Last updated: February 2026

What South Africa passport holders need to do

Find the embassy, consulate or visa application centre that covers where you live.
Complete the application form and gather your documents: passport, photos, itinerary, proof of funds and accommodation.
Book an appointment, pay the fee and give biometrics if they are required.
Wait for the decision before you book non-refundable travel.

South Africa is one of 117 passports in the “visa required” group for Morocco. See the full Morocco visa requirements for every passport.

Easier alternatives in Africa for South Africa passport holders

Morocco is one of 71 destinations in the “visa required” group for the South Africa passport, which ranks #43 worldwide with a mobility score of 98. Of 53 destinations in Africa, 33 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.

Destination	Requirement	Max stay
Angola	Visa-free	30 days
Benin	Visa-free	90 days
Botswana	Visa-free	90 days
Eswatini	Visa-free	30 days
Gabon	Visa-free	30 days
Gambia	Visa-free	90 days
Ghana	Visa-free	90 days
Lesotho	Visa-free	–
Malawi	Visa-free	90 days
Mauritius	Visa-free	90 days
Mozambique	Visa-free	–
Namibia	Visa-free	90 days

All visa-free countries for the South Africa passport

Frequently asked questions

Do South African citizens need a visa for Morocco?

South Africa passport holders need to obtain a visa from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling to Morocco.

Can South African citizens get a visa on arrival in Morocco?

No. South Africa passport holders must obtain a visa before travelling to Morocco.

Do Morocco citizens need a visa for South Africa?

Morocco passport holders need a visa for South Africa, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.

Morocco visa requirements for other passports

Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Morocco before you book.