LesothoMorocco: Visa required

LesothoMorocco

Do Lesotho passport holders need a visa for Morocco?

Visa required

Yes. Lesotho passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Morocco.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: acces-maroc.ma (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance7,942 km, straight line (~9h 51m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Morocco115 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Morocco passport holders visiting Lesotho: Visa required.

Morocco drives on the right, the opposite side to Lesotho. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Morocco

Lesotho passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Lesotho passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Lesotho passport holders need a visa for Morocco?

Yes. Lesotho passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Morocco.

How far is Morocco from Lesotho?

About 7,942 km in a straight line, roughly ~9h 51m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Morocco?

Moroccan dirham (MAD).

What is the emergency number in Morocco?

112 / 15 / 177 / 19.

Does Morocco drive on the same side of the road as Lesotho?

Morocco drives on the right, the opposite side to Lesotho. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Morocco in?

Casablanca (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Rabat?

Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA), about 13 km away.

How many countries can enter Morocco without a visa?

115 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Morocco visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Lesotho passport holders visit without a visa instead of Morocco?

Andorra, San Marino.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Lesotho

Lesotho, officially the Kingdom of Lesotho, is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. Surrounded by South Africa, it is the largest of the three sovereign enclaves. Lesotho is located in the Maloti Mountains, with the highest peak in southern Africa. It has an area of over 30,000 km2 (11,600 mi2), with a population of about 2.3 million. Its capital and largest city is Maseru.

CapitalMaseru

RegionSouthern Africa

Population2.4M

Area30,355 km²

CurrencyLesotho loti, South African rand (1 USD ≈ 16.46 LSL)

LanguagesEnglish, Sotho

Calling code+266

Drives on theleft

TimezoneMaseru (UTC+2)

Nearest airportMoshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU), 17 km

Emergency number112 / 114 / 115

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,089 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.1M (2019)

Climate in Maseru

Warmest January, coolest June, driest May, sunniest January.

Monthly climate normals for Maseru, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	23.7°C	12.2°C	148mm	368h
February	22.6°C	11.6°C	138mm	311h
March	21.1°C	9.9°C	90mm	325h
April	16.9°C	6.2°C	102mm	285h
May	15.4°C	1.3°C	1mm	311h
June	12.6°C	-1.6°C	6mm	294h
July	14°C	-1.8°C	7mm	308h
August	15.2°C	0.1°C	4mm	329h
September	20.2°C	5.2°C	16mm	341h
October	24.3°C	9.6°C	68mm	348h
November	21.4°C	10.1°C	196mm	316h
December	22.8°C	12.4°C	248mm	358h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Lesotho is a small landlocked country entirely surrounded by South Africa. It is known as the "Kingdom in the Sky" because the entire country is at a high altitude. Its lowest point is 1,388 m (4,554 ft) above sea level; no other country in the world has its lowest point above 1,000 m (3,300 ft). Lesotho is a fantastic adventure holiday destination because of its smiling and resourceful people and bracing climate.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Maloti-Drakensberg Park

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026St. Stephen's Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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About Morocco

Morocco, officially the Kingdom of Morocco, is a country in North Africa. It has coastlines on the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and has land borders with Algeria to the east; the Spanish exclaves of Ceuta, Melilla and Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera along the north, which it claims together with several small Spanish-controlled islands; and the disputed territory of Western Sahara to the south, partly occupied by Morocco since 1975. Morocco also claims to share a border with Mauritania through the disputed territory of Western Sahara. It has a population of approximately 37 million. Its capital is Rabat, while its largest city is Casablanca.

CapitalRabat

RegionNorthern Africa

Population38.4M

Area446,550 km²

CurrencyMoroccan dirham (1 USD ≈ 9.73 MAD)

LanguagesArabic, Berber

Calling code+212

Drives on theright

TimezoneCasablanca (UTC+1)

Nearest airportRabat-Salé Airport (RBA), 13 km

Emergency number112 / 15 / 177 / 19

UNESCO sites12

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$4,672 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2.8M (2020)

Climate in Rabat

Warmest July, coolest January, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Rabat, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	16.9°C	8.6°C	36mm	284h
February	19.1°C	10.8°C	1mm	289h
March	18.7°C	11.7°C	39mm	316h
April	19.7°C	13.8°C	51mm	340h
May	23.4°C	16.2°C	43mm	377h
June	23.9°C	18.2°C	15mm	374h
July	27.1°C	20.9°C	0mm	385h
August	26.6°C	20.8°C	0mm	383h
September	26°C	19.6°C	14mm	319h
October	22.4°C	15.4°C	16mm	285h
November	22°C	13.7°C	48mm	270h
December	17.8°C	11.6°C	79mm	250h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Morocco is the northwesternmost country in Africa. Morocco has, for most people, been the gateway to Africa. With plenty of attractive locations, historical sights, and unique cultural traditions, there's lots to see and do in this beautiful, mesmerising country. At just a few hours from the main European cities, Morocco has everything to overwhelm you with the amazing colours, smells and sounds of Islamic Africa. Imagine bustling souqs and spice markets, stunning mosques, white-washed sea side towns and medieval city centres. With panoramic views varying from snow-covered peaks in the High Atlas to the endless sand dunes of the Sahara, no-one ever has to be bored in this beautiful country.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Aït Benhaddou
Gate of Chellah
Mazagan
Medina of Essaouira
Medina of Fez
Medina of Marrakesh
Medina of Meknes
Medina of Tétouan
Rabat
Rabat, Modern Capital and Historic City

Upcoming public holidays

November 6, 2026Eid Al Massira Al Khadra

November 18, 2026Eid Al Istiqulal

January 1, 2027Ras l' âm

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