Morocco•AfricaLong-term Work Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term work visa for foreign nationals employed in Morocco for extended periods. Requires local employer sponsorship and leads to residence permit eligibility.
Long-term work visas are for foreign professionals employed in Morocco for extended periods. Upon arrival, workers must apply for a residence permit (carte de séjour) which grants legal residency status. This can lead to long-term residency pathways.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Original passport valid for duration of intended stay
Passport photocopy
Copies of bio-data and validity pages
Photographs
Two recent color photos, 4x3cm on white background
Criminal record
Police clearance certificate from country of residence
Medical certificate
Health examination confirming fitness for work
Educational credentials
Diplomas and certifications relevant to position
Work experience documentation
Reference letters and work history verification
Sponsor Documents
Job offer letter
Formal employment contract signed by employer
Company registration proof
Business license and Ministry of Labor registration
ANAPEC certificate
Labor market test approval or exemption
Organizational chart
Company structure showing position in hierarchy
Financial documents
Recent company financial statements
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Advantages
- Pathway to long-term residency
- Includes family members
- Renewable residence permit options
- Access to labor market
- Potential for permanent residency
Considerations
- Employer-dependent status
- Requires ANAPEC approval
- Must change employers to switch jobs
- Complex application process
- Requires residence permit application within 90 days
Application Process
Secure employment
Obtain job offer from registered Moroccan employer
Employer registration check
Verify employer is registered with Ministry of Labor
ANAPEC application
Employer applies for labor market test unless exempt
Visa application
Submit work visa application at embassy
Interview and processing
Attend interview if required, wait for processing
Visa issuance
Receive long-term work visa
Arrival and registration
Enter Morocco and register with police within 90 days
Residence permit application
Apply for carte de séjour at local police prefecture
Application Forms
Long-term Work Visa Application
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