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Do Morocco citizens need a visa for China? For tourism travel, the current rule is visa required, with a permitted stay of up to 90 days per visit. This tourism rule was last checked against an official government source — Official government (cs.mfa.gov.cn), on 2026-08-31. It applies to Morocco passport holders, but the exact conditions granted on the day can still differ, so keep the requirements below — and the official source in the sidebar — handy when you plan your trip.
Here you need to obtain a visa before travelling, usually through the official embassy, consulate, or application centre, or an official online portal. Start early — processing times vary — and avoid non-refundable bookings until the visa is approved.
Before you travel — tourism checklist
- Apply for (and receive) your visaYou need a visa for this route — book travel only after you receive the decision.
- Passport valid and checkedPassport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry At least two blank pages for entry and exit stamps
- Return or onward ticket bookedBorder control can ask to see proof of your return or onward travel.
- Accommodation confirmedHave your booking confirmation (or invitation) ready — it can be requested at the border.
- Supporting documents preparedFunds, itinerary and ties-to-home evidence are listed under the evidence sections on this page.
- Travel insurance arrangedInsurance cover is a listed document requirement for this route.
Every item is derived from the verified requirements on this page — tick them off before you go.
Entry requirements · Tourism travel
Passport requirements
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry
- At least two blank pages for entry and exit stamps
How to apply
- Apply for an L (tourist) visa at the Chinese embassy/consulate or authorised visa centre (e.g. CVASC) before travel
- Book an appointment, complete the online application form (COVA) and submit required documentation in person
- Processing typically takes 5-15 business days; apply well in advance
- Visa application fee is waived for Moroccan passport holders (check current policy at the embassy)
Required documents
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least two blank pages
- Completed COVA visa application form
- Recent passport-sized photograph (48mm x 33mm, white background)
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Confirmed hotel reservation or invitation letter with host details
- Evidence of sufficient funds (bank statements or cash)
- Travel health insurance (recommended)
- Approved CDAC (China Digital Arrival Card) confirmation
Financial evidence
- Bank statements or proof of funds for the duration of the stay
Accommodation or invitation evidence
If applicable- Hotel booking confirmation or invitation letter with host's address and contact details
Conditions & restrictions
- Visa-granted stay limited to 90 days (duration at discretion of consular officer)
- Visa fee is waived for Moroccan citizens under current bilateral arrangement (verify at embassy before applying)
- 24-hour visa-free transit (TWOV) available at eligible ports; CDAC still required
- CDAC (China Digital Arrival Card) must be submitted online before arrival
Moroccan citizens travelling to China for tourism: L-visa required before travel. Visa fee waived for MA nationals. CDAC digital arrival card mandatory. 24h TWOV available at eligible ports.
Planning your trip to China
Practical notes about China — checked as part of this page for tourism travellers.
Guilin's Karst Peaks and Li River
The Li River drifts between jade-green peaks that look as if they were lifted from a scroll painting and placed into the humid air of southern Guangxi. Boarding a bamboo raft in Yangshuo means surrendering to the current while farmers in conical hats tend water buffalo along terraced banks. At sunrise, the karst silhouettes soften against a pale gold sky and cormorant fishermen release their birds into the shallows. Cycling through the countryside brings you past rice paddies, banyan trees draped in moss, and tiny village teahouses where oolong is poured without ceremony. The Reed Flute Cave nearby glows with artificial lights on stalactites, but it is the quiet boat ride back at dusk, with reflections mirroring every spire in the water below, that stays with you long after you leave.
The Forbidden City's Painted Halls
Passing through the towering Meridian Gate of the Forbidden City, you enter a world of vermillion walls, gilt roof ridges, and hundreds of rooms arranged along a precise north-south axis. Hallways of polished stone lead past throne rooms where emperors once received tribute from across the empire, their ceilings decorated with coiled dragons rendered in gold leaf. The Imperial Garden at the rear is a surprising pocket of quiet, with ancient cypresses, sculpted rockeries, and a teahouse where you can rest your feet. Wandering east toward the lesser-visited palaces reveals intimate courtyards, ceramic displays, and corridors where the crowds thin out entirely. Every doorway frames another composition of carved stone lions, painted beams, and deep red doors that have witnessed six centuries of court intrigue.
Chengdu's Giant Panda Sanctuaries
Nothing prepares you for the sight of a young giant panda tumbling headfirst down a wooden climbing frame at the Chengdu Research Base. The facility sits among bamboo groves and lotus ponds, and arriving early in the morning means watching the keepers distribute baskets of fresh shoots while the pandas munch with an almost meditative focus. Boardwalks wind through shaded enclosures where adults lounge in tree forks and babies cling to their mothers with comical determination. The on-site museum explains conservation efforts with surprising depth, but the real education happens outside, where the sheer clumsiness and charm of these animals makes their fragility feel personal. Afterward, wander the nearby streets of Kuanzhai Alley, where you can sample rabbit-head snacks and jasmine tea in traditional courtyard teahouses.
Sichuan's Fiery Hotpot Culture
In Chengdu, hotpot is less a meal and more a communal ritual. The bubbling pot arrives divided into two halves: one side a deep, oil-slicked red broth loaded with dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns, the other a gentle bone-milk broth perfumed with goji berries and jujubes. Plates of thinly sliced beef, lotus root, enoki mushrooms, and duck blood arrive in a colorful spiral around the pot's rim. Dipping raw morsels into the simmering liquid and fishing them out seconds later to coat in sesame oil and garlic is a sensory experience that builds gradually from warmth to a tingling, mouth-numbing heat. Locals nurse glasses of cold soybean milk between bites. The best establishments are unassuming neighborhood spots where the steam fogs your glasses and the conversation never stops.
Common questions
Do Morocco citizens need a visa for China?+
Visa required. Permitted stay: up to 90 days.
What documents do I need to enter China?+
Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least two blank pages. Completed COVA visa application form. Recent passport-sized photograph (48mm x 33mm, white background). Return or onward flight ticket. Confirmed hotel reservation or invitation letter with host details. Evidence of sufficient funds (bank statements or cash). Travel health insurance (recommended). Approved CDAC (China Digital Arrival Card) confirmation.
What passport validity is required to enter China?+
Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry; At least two blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
Are there any restrictions for entering China?+
Visa-granted stay limited to 90 days (duration at discretion of consular officer)
Any additional conditions for entering China?+
Visa fee is waived for Moroccan citizens under current bilateral arrangement (verify at embassy before applying)
Any additional conditions for entering China?+
24-hour visa-free transit (TWOV) available at eligible ports; CDAC still required
Any additional conditions for entering China?+
CDAC (China Digital Arrival Card) must be submitted online before arrival
How long can Morocco citizens stay in China?+
The permitted stay for tourism travel is up to 90 days. The exact period granted depends on the entry decision at the border.
Where can I check the official China visa and entry rules?+
This information was last verified on 2026-08-31 against an official government source: Official government (cs.mfa.gov.cn) (https://cs.mfa.gov.cn/wgrlh/lhqz/lhqzjjs/202510/t20251023_11739051.shtml).
Related resources
- China travel guide →Cities, airports and practical travel info.
- Airports in China →Codes, terminals and ground transport.
- Morocco guide →Everything we cover for Morocco.
- How we verify rules →Sources, review dates and our quality checks.
- All Morocco routes →Entry requirements from Morocco to every destination.
