Macao visa requirements for Moroccans

Travel and visa requirements

Macanese Visa is not required for Moroccans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Tourists from Morocco can visit Macao for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
  • Visitors are required to present a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Macao. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
  • A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Macao and a confirmation of accommodation during the stay in the country, which can be in form of a hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from a host already in the country will be required.
  • Tourists are also required to provide proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country.
  • There is no restriction on the import and export of both the local currency as well as various foreign currencies.
  • Any firearm or attack tool is regarded as a weapon and requires a license issued by the Public Security Police.
  • Moroccan minors travelling to Macao must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Although a yellow fever vaccination certificate is not required on entry into Macao, visitors are advised to get vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling.
  • Travellers from Morocco with pets must have an import permit and must be accompanied by a Veterinary Health Certificate. Also, Cats and dogs must also be vaccinated against rabies, not less than 14 days and not more than one year prior to import.
  • Intending travellers can get to Macao from international airports in Morocco. There are international airports in Casablanca and Agadir.
  • Qatar Airways, Air Macau, Royal Air Maroc and Air China are some of the carriers that fly from Morocco to Macao.
  • The estimated flight time from Casablanca to Macau, Macao is 20 hours, 20 minutes, and from Agadir, it is 23 hours, 25 minutes.
  • The official currency in Macao is the Macanese Pataca, most of the money in circulation in the Region is actually Hong Kong dollars. Visitors are advised to exchange their foreign currencies at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
  • The official languages in Macao are Chinese (Cantonese) and Portuguese. Macao uses to be a former colony of Portugal.
  • Macao Maritime Museum, Macao Tower, Grand Resort Deck and The House of Dancing Water are some of the centres of attraction in Macao.
  • Portuguese egg tart, pork chop bun, mashed potatoes, Portuguese seafood rice, serradura,  and prawn tartar are special delicacies in Macao.
  • Macao has a subtropical climate, with very mild winters and hot, rainy, and muggy summers. Spring in Macao is from March to May, Summer starts in June and ends with August, autumn lasts from September to November, and Winter in Macao is from December to February.
  • Tourists travelling to Macao are to budget about HKD 1000 for expenses while in the country.
  • Visitors can move around in Macao with minibuses, taxis, boats and planes.
  • Macao uses the China Standard Time (GMT+8), which puts Macao seven hours ahead of Morocco.
  • The power and socket plug used in Macao are of Type G. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Tourists are advised to exercise caution when in congested areas and pay particular attention to personal belongings while in crowded areas and while travelling on public transportation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do they speak English in Macao?

Yes. English is commonly spoken in Macao, despite it not being an official language. The official languages in Macao are Chinese (Cantonese) and Portuguese. 

How much money should I budget to spend in Macao?

Since people's spending habits and budgets differ,  it is difficult to say how much money visitors should bring into the county. Hotels in Macau generally cost between HKD600-2000 per night. For meals, expect to pay HKD100-500 per person at resort restaurants, and around HKD80-200 per person at other restaurants.

What is Macao best known for?

Tourism is a major industry in Macao. The country is famous for the blend of Portuguese and Chinese cultures and its gambling industry, which includes Casino Lisboa, Macau, Sands Macau, The Venetian Macao, and Wynn Macau.

Can I use the Hong Kong Dollar in Macao?

The Hong Kong dollar is generally accepted in Macao as a legal tender. Although in the reverse case, Macanese Pataca cannot be spent anywhere in Hong Kong.