Yes, a visa is required to travel from Morocco to United States.
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Do I need a visa for United States from Morocco?
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Yes, a B1/B2 nonimmigrant visa is required for Moroccan nationals: Morocco is not in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), so ESTA is not an option.
For tourism or business travel to the United States, a Moroccan citizen must obtain a B1/B2 visitor visa. The process runs through the online DS-160 form, payment of the consular (MRV) fee, and an interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. The business (B1) and tourist (B2) visas are often issued together.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Morocco is not among the Visa Waiver Program countries, which rules out using ESTA. A B1 (business) or B2 (tourism, family visit, medical care) visa is therefore required before departure. The B1/B2 category covers most short stays that do not involve paid work.
How and where to apply
Start by completing the DS-160 form online, print the confirmation page, then pay the MRV application fee. You then schedule an interview at the U.S. Embassy in Rabat or the Consulate in Casablanca. The interview with the consular officer is a decisive step in the process.
Documents and fees
Bring a valid passport, the DS-160 confirmation, a compliant photo and the MRV fee payment receipt. Bring evidence of your ties to Morocco (employment, family, property) and of your financial means. We do not quote a specific amount: check the exact, up-to-date MRV fee on travel.state.gov and the embassy website.
Processing and tips
Timelines depend mainly on interview appointment availability, which varies significantly by season, so check the estimated wait on the official site before planning your trip. Prepare clear answers about the purpose, length and funding of your stay, and gather documents showing your intention to return to Morocco.
Common mistakes
Classic mistakes are an incomplete or inconsistent DS-160, weak ties to the home country, and a poorly explained purpose of travel at the interview. Do not buy non-refundable tickets before the visa is granted, and arrive with the correct DS-160 confirmation. Finally, check any health-related entry requirements.
Official sources
- U.S. Department of State — Bureau of Consular Affairs
- U.S. Visas — Visitor Visa (B-1/B-2)
- U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Morocco
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to United States from Morocco?▾
Yes, a consular visa is required: applications are made at the embassy or consulate before departure (allowed stay: 6 months).
How long can you stay in United States?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 6 months.
What other visa types exist for United States?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, United States offers among others: Specialty Occupation visa (H-1B), Temporary Agricultural Worker visa (H-2A), Seasonal Non-Agricultural Worker visa (H-2B), Intracompany Transferee visa (L-1), Extraordinary Ability visa (O-1), Vocational Student visa (M-1).
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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