NigerMorocco: Visa-free

NigerMorocco

Do Niger passport holders need a visa for Morocco?

Visa-free

No. Niger passport holders do not need a visa to visit Morocco for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: consulat.ma (checked August 6, 2024).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance2,450 km, straight line (~3h 23m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Morocco115 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Other visa-free destinations for Niger passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Niger passport holders need a visa for Morocco?

No. Niger passport holders do not need a visa to visit Morocco for tourism.

How far is Morocco from Niger?

About 2,450 km in a straight line, roughly ~3h 23m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Morocco?

Moroccan dirham (MAD).

What is the emergency number in Morocco?

112 / 15 / 177 / 19.

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.

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 Niger

Niger, officially the Republic of the Niger, is a landlocked country in West Africa. It is a unitary state bordered by Libya to the northeast, Chad to the east, Nigeria to the south, Benin and Burkina Faso to the southwest, Mali to the west and Algeria to the northwest. It covers a land area of almost 1.27 million km2 (490,000 mi2), making it the sixth-largest country in Africa and the second-largest landlocked nation in Africa behind Chad. Over 80% of its land area lies in the Sahara. Its predominantly Muslim population of about 29 million lives mostly in clusters in the south and west of the country. The capital Niamey is located in the southwest corner along the namesake Niger River.

CapitalNiamey

RegionWestern Africa

Population27.9M

Area1,267,000 km²

CurrencyWest African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 584.27 XOF)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+227

Drives on theright

TimezoneNiamey (UTC+1)

Nearest airportDiori Hamani International Airport (NIM), 9 km

Emergency number17 / 18

UNESCO sites3

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$775 (2025)

Tourist arrivals85K (2020)

Climate in Niamey

Warmest April, coolest January, driest January, sunniest May. Best time to visit: January, February, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Niamey, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.9°C	16.9°C	0mm	318h
February	34.1°C	18.5°C	0mm	309h
March	39.3°C	24.2°C	0mm	324h
April	41.6°C	27.9°C	0mm	311h
May	40.5°C	28.5°C	3mm	335h
June	38.7°C	28.3°C	2mm	318h
July	33.7°C	25.5°C	52mm	295h
August	30.6°C	23.8°C	207mm	281h
September	32.7°C	24.3°C	20mm	292h
October	35.9°C	23.3°C	7mm	332h
November	34.9°C	19.7°C	0mm	329h
December	35.2°C	18.8°C	0mm	331h

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

Niger is a large, arid, landlocked country situated in the Sahel. Formerly a French colony, Niger is one of the poorest countries in the world and is largely agrarian. Negative things aside, Nigeriens in general are quite friendly and down-to earth, and you can expect to come across numerous curious faces during your stay. Chances are, you may be the first person from your country they have ever met.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Aïr and Ténéré National Nature Reserve
Historic Center of Agadez
W-Arly-Pendjari Complex

Upcoming public holidays

December 18, 2026Nigerien Republic Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

Full source list on About.

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 ≈ 9.80 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.