Morocco digital nomad visa & residency (2026)

Morocco has not launched a dedicated digital nomad or remote-work visa. As of 2026 no such specific permit category exists in law, and no formally enacted programme has been confirmed by official sources, despite discussion of the Morocco Digital 2030 strategy.

Citizens of the EU, United States, United Kingdom, and numerous other countries may enter Morocco without a visa for stays of up to 90 days under bilateral agreements and Law 02-03. This is the de-facto starting point for most digital nomads.

Foreigners wishing to stay beyond 90 days must apply for a carte de séjour at the local Bureau des Étrangers (prefecture police) within 90 days of arrival. An 'independent professional' or self-employed category exists and is the most practical route for remote workers; documents required include proof of professional activity, financial means, accommodation, and valid health insurance. Initial permit is issued for one year and is renewable.

Morocco's autoentrepreneur (micro-business) regime technically requires a Moroccan national ID (CNI), which foreigners cannot hold. In practice, local police in some cities have accepted this status for carte de séjour renewals but approval is discretionary and inconsistent across prefectures.

Morocco has no legislated golden-visa or citizenship-by-investment programme. However, immigration authorities may grant renewable residence permits to foreign investors who demonstrate substantial investment in Moroccan real estate (typically MAD 2–3 million) or business (minimum MAD 1 million capital); these are assessed on a discretionary, case-by-case basis.

Foreign nationals who remain in Morocco for more than 183 days in a tax year are considered tax residents and become subject to Moroccan income tax on worldwide income under the General Tax Code. Remote workers should account for this when planning multi-month stays.