MoroccoEgypt: Visa required

MoroccoEgypt

Do Morocco passport holders need a visa for Egypt?

Visa required

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

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

Source: visa2egypt.gov.eg (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance3,598 km, straight line (~4h 44m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Egypt120 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Egypt

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

Other visa-free destinations for Morocco passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Morocco passport holders need a visa for Egypt?

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

How far is Egypt from Morocco?

About 3,598 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 44m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Egypt?

Egyptian pound (EGP).

What is the emergency number in Egypt?

122 / 123 / 180.

What time zone is Egypt in?

Cairo (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Cairo?

Cairo International Airport (CAI), about 15 km away.

How many countries can enter Egypt without a visa?

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

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

Jordan, Syria, Turkey.

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 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

Full source list on About.

About Egypt

Egypt, officially the Arab Republic of Egypt, is a country spanning the northeast corner of Africa and southwest corner of Asia via the Sinai Peninsula. It is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, Palestine and Israel to the northeast, the Red Sea to the east, Sudan and the Sahara to the south, and Libya to the west. The Gulf of Aqaba in the northeast separates Egypt from Jordan and Saudi Arabia. Cairo is the capital, largest city, and leading cultural centre, while Alexandria is the second-largest city and an important hub of industry and tourism. With over 107 million inhabitants, Egypt is the most populous country in the Arab world, third-most populous country in Africa, and 15th-most populated in the world.

CapitalCairo

RegionNorthern Africa

Population118.4M

Area1,002,450 km²

CurrencyEgyptian pound (1 USD ≈ 53.52 EGP)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+20

Drives on theright

TimezoneCairo (UTC+3)

Nearest airportCairo International Airport (CAI), 15 km

Emergency number122 / 123 / 180

UNESCO sites7

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,086 (2025)

Tourist arrivals13M (2019)

Climate in Cairo

Warmest August, coolest January, driest May, sunniest July. Best time to visit: April, May, October.

Monthly climate normals for Cairo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	18.6°C	8.8°C	7mm	278h
February	20.8°C	10.2°C	8mm	251h
March	24.6°C	12.2°C	53mm	324h
April	28.6°C	14.7°C	1mm	348h
May	35°C	19.1°C	0mm	386h
June	37.1°C	21.1°C	0mm	407h
July	39.1°C	23.1°C	0mm	416h
August	39°C	23.7°C	0mm	380h
September	38.3°C	23.8°C	0mm	352h
October	33.4°C	20.6°C	0mm	335h
November	25.4°C	15°C	5mm	290h
December	23.4°C	11.7°C	1mm	286h

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

Egypt is known for its world-famous pyramids, mummies, temples, art, churches, mosques, bustling cities, friendly people, and hieroglyphics, Egypt is considered a cradle of civilisation and has one of the longest histories of any country in the world. Egypt may perhaps have the oldest tourist industry in the world; Egypt has been visited by millions of people since ancient times.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Abu Mena
Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis
Islamic Cairo
Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur
Nubian Monuments from Abu Simbel to Philae
Saint Catherine Area
Wadi Al-Hitan

Upcoming public holidays

January 7, 2027عيد الميلاد المجيد

January 25, 2027عيد الثورة 25 يناير

April 25, 2027عيد تحرير سيناء

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