Morocco at a glance
| Entry | 90 days · Visa-free for U.S. citizens |
|---|---|
| Retiree route | Residence card · Carte de séjour |
| Advisory | Level 2 · Increased caution |
| Time zone | UTC+1 · Currency: dirham |
| Cost of living | Roughly USD 1,100–1,600 a month. |
| Money · language · time | Moroccan dirham (MAD) · Arabic, Amazigh and French · UTC+1 |
Entering Morocco
U.S. citizens can visit visa-free for up to 90 days. Longer stays need an extension or a residence card from the police (DGSN).
Long-stay and retirement visas
- Residence card (carte de séjour): apply at the local police foreigners' office, usually showing a lease, steady income or funds transferred to a Moroccan bank account, a clean record and health insurance. Requirements vary by city. Confirm with the local office or the Moroccan consulate.
- Spouses of Moroccan citizens use the family route.
VA care and benefits in Morocco
No VA medical facility. FMP reimbursement. VA doesn't list an FMP toll-free number for Morocco. Check SSA's Service Around the World page for the Federal Benefits Unit that serves Morocco.
Vets in Morocco are already in the group
Ask about visas, hospitals and FMP claims from people who've done it there.
Healthcare
Private clinics in Rabat, Casablanca and Marrakech are good and inexpensive. Rural care is limited. Carry private insurance.
Where veterans live
- Rabat: Capital, U.S. embassy, calm and clean.
- Casablanca: U.S. consulate, business hub, best hospitals.
- Marrakech: Tourism, large expat community.
- Tangier / Essaouira: Coast, cooler summers.
Cost of living and property
Roughly USD 1,100–1,600 a month. Costs vary a lot by city and lifestyle, and health insurance is extra.
Foreigners can buy homes. Agricultural land is restricted. Use a notary and check the title is registered.
Watch out for
State Department advisory: Level 2, exercise increased caution, due to terrorism. Harassment of women in some areas, scams aimed at tourists, and currency rules: keep bank records of money you bring in so you can transfer it back out later.
Veteran organizations
None confirmed. See all veteran organizations abroad.
Common questions
Do Americans need a visa for Morocco?
No, not for stays of up to 90 days.
How do I stay longer in Morocco?
Apply for a residence card (carte de séjour) at the local police foreigners' office. Requirements vary by city, so confirm with them.
Last reviewed November 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
