Morocco Visa RequirementsFor Afghanistan passport holders
Afghan citizens require a visa to visit Morocco, costing approximately $30. The Moroccan Embassy in Kabul has had limited operations since 2021, so Afghans typically apply at the Moroccan Embassy in Islamabad or Dubai. Morocco is the only North African country with a land border to Europe (via Ceuta and Melilla).
Afghanistan passport holders require a visa to enter Morocco.
Apply at the Moroccan Embassy in Islamabad or the Moroccan Consulate in Dubai. Required documents: completed application form, valid Afghan passport (at least 3 months beyond intended stay), two passport photos, hotel bookings or accommodation proof, confirmed return or onward flight itinerary, 3 months of bank statements, and employment details. Processing takes approximately 5 to 10 business days. Contact the specific embassy to confirm current requirements.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Afghanistan to Morocco: What You Need to Know
Morocco requires a visa for Afghan passport holders. The Moroccan Embassy in Kabul has had suspended or very limited operations since the Taliban takeover in 2021. Afghan nationals apply at the Moroccan Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan, or the Moroccan Consulate in Dubai. Morocco is a Muslim-majority country with a moderate government and significant tourism infrastructure. Moroccan culture is closely connected to Arab, Amazigh (Berber), and Islamic traditions. The visa cost is modest at approximately $30, and Morocco offers good value for travel.
How to Get There
No direct flights connect Afghan airports to Morocco. Route via Dubai (DXB) then Royal Air Maroc or a European carrier to Casablanca Mohammed V Airport (CMN). Via Istanbul (IST) with Turkish Airlines then Royal Air Maroc to Morocco is another option. Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa (ADD) to Casablanca is another routing. Total journey time from Kabul is typically 12 to 18 hours.
Money & Banking
Morocco uses the Moroccan dirham (MAD). ATMs are available in cities and tourist areas. Visa and Mastercard are accepted at hotels and larger establishments, but cash is preferred at medina souks and smaller shops. Morocco is affordable: budget accommodation in riads from $25 to $40 per night, local meals from $3 to $6 USD. Bargaining is expected at souks and is part of the shopping culture. USD and EUR can be exchanged easily. Morocco is an Arab and Amazigh nation with Islam as the state religion, and Afghan visitors will find cultural familiarity.
Practical Tips
Marrakech's medina (UNESCO) has the famous Djemaa el-Fna square, spice-filled souks, and ornate riads. Fes contains the world's oldest university (University of Al Quaraouiyine, founded 859 CE) and the most intact medieval Arab city in the world. The Sahara Desert in the south offers camel treks and overnight stays in traditional tents among the dunes. The blue-painted mountain town of Chefchaouen is iconic for photography. Casablanca's Hassan II Mosque is one of the world's largest, with its 210m minaret. Arabic and French are the main official languages, with Tamazight (Berber) also recognised.