YemenMorocco: Visa required

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Do Yemen passport holders need a visa for Morocco?

Visa required

Yes. Yemen 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 of2026-10-21

Distance5,497 km, straight line (~6h 58m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Morocco115 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Morocco

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

Other visa-free destinations for Yemen passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Yemen passport holders need a visa for Morocco?

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

How far is Morocco from Yemen?

About 5,497 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 58m 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.

What nearby countries can Yemen 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 Yemen

Yemen, officially the Republic of Yemen, is a country in West Asia. Located in southern Arabia, the country includes the Socotra Archipelago and borders Saudi Arabia to the north, Oman to the northeast, the Arabian Sea to the east, the Gulf of Aden to the south, and the Red Sea to the west. It also shares maritime borders with Djibouti, Eritrea, and Somalia across the Horn of Africa. Covering 455,503 square kilometres (175,871 sq mi), with a coastline of approximately 2,000 kilometres (1,200 mi), Yemen is the second-largest country on the Arabian Peninsula by both area and population. Sanaa is its constitutional capital and largest city. Yemen's population is estimated at 34.7 million, predominantly Muslim Arabs.

CapitalSana'a

RegionWestern Asia

Population41.8M

Area527,968 km²

CurrencyYemeni rial (1 USD ≈ 236.19 YER)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+967

Drives on theright

TimezoneAden (UTC+3)

Nearest airportSanaa International Airport (SAH), 14 km

Emergency number199

UNESCO sites5

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$634 (2018)

Tourist arrivals398K (2015)

Climate in Sana'a

Warmest June, coolest December, driest September, sunniest March. Best time to visit: March, September.

Monthly climate normals for Sana'a, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.4°C	8.6°C	8mm	338h
February	25°C	10°C	2mm	325h
March	26°C	11.2°C	4mm	365h
April	25.2°C	13.5°C	19mm	340h
May	26.2°C	14.7°C	49mm	332h
June	27.7°C	16.1°C	23mm	324h
July	26.6°C	16.1°C	61mm	299h
August	25.8°C	15.7°C	51mm	337h
September	26.6°C	14.3°C	0mm	352h
October	23.5°C	10.9°C	0mm	360h
November	23°C	10°C	4mm	326h
December	22.3°C	8.5°C	1mm	339h

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

Yemen is a country in the southern Arabian Peninsula of the Middle East. Although it is rich in history and culture, being part of several civilizations, the country has been in a state of flux since the 1980s. It is one of the least developed and poorest countries in the world.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Landmarks of the Ancient Kingdom of Saba
Old Sana'a
Shibam
Socotra Archipelago
Zabid

Upcoming public holidays

November 30, 2026عيد الجلاء

February 5, 2027اليوم الوطني للجمهورية اليمنية

May 1, 2027عيد العمال

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.