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🇲🇦 Morocco

Carte de Séjour (Residence Permit) Visa

The carte de séjour is Morocco's primary residence permit for foreigners staying beyond 180 days. Available for multiple purposes: employment, business ownership, retirement, family reunification, or studies. Applicants must apply at the Bureau des Étrangers at the local Préfecture de Police within 90 days of arrival. The initial permit is valid for 1 year, renewable for 2-3 years, and after 4 years of continuous residence, a 10-year permit becomes available. Required documents include a valid passport, proof of accommodation, financial means, health certificate, and police clearance. The application process takes several weeks to months, and applicants receive a récépissé (temporary receipt) valid for 1 month while the application is processed.

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Processing Time

Several weeks to 2-3 months

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Cost

100 MAD per authorized year (~$10 USD)

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Duration

1 year initial, then 2-3 years, up to 10 years after 4 years

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Work Rights

Depends on permit type - work permits separate for employment

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 1Valid passport (6+ months validity)
  • 2Long-stay visa (Type D) or visa-free entry
  • 3Proof of accommodation (lease or property deed)
  • 4Proof of sufficient financial means (bank statements)
  • 5Health certificate from Moroccan medical institution
  • 6Police clearance from home country (apostilled)
  • 7Passport-size photos (3)
  • 8Purpose-specific documents (employment contract, business registration, etc.)

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