Last reviewed: May 2026
TL;DR- BLS International is the official partner of the Moroccan Embassy in London for visa applications in the UK.
- UK passport holders do not need a visa to visit Morocco for stays up to 90 days for tourism.
- Moroccan visa is required for UK residents holding non-exempt nationalities and for stays over 90 days, work, study or residence.
- UK centre is based in London. Verify the current address at morocco.blsinternational.com/unitedkingdom before travelling.
- BLS International does not decide visas. The Moroccan Embassy decides.
Address and Contact Details
BLS International runs the Moroccan visa application centre in the UK on behalf of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in London. The centre is based in London.
To find the current Moroccan visa centre address, open morocco.blsinternational.com/unitedkingdom. The portal lists the precise address, postcode, opening hours and contact details.
Verify the current BLS Morocco centre address before travelling. The Moroccan Embassy in London also publishes visa information on its official channels. Country-specific phone numbers and emails for BLS Morocco are published on the BLS portal.
Countries and Visa Types Handled
BLS International Morocco processes the full range of Moroccan visa categories for UK residents, including:
- Tourist visa for nationalities not exempt from Moroccan visa requirements.
- Business visa.
- Family reunion visa.
- Work and employment visa.
- Student visa.
- Residence visa.
- Transit visa where required.
UK passport holders, EU nationals, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and many other Western passport holders do not need a visa for Morocco for visits up to 90 days for tourism. Other nationalities residing in the UK may need to apply through BLS for any visit.
For UK residents on non-exempt passports, the Moroccan visa is required even for short tourism visits.
How to Book an Appointment
- Open morocco.blsinternational.com/unitedkingdom and create an account.
- Select your visa category and complete the application form.
- Pay the consular visa fee and the BLS service fee online.
- Book a date and time slot at the London centre.
- Print the BLS appointment letter and bring all original documents to the centre.
Appointment availability can be tighter around major Moroccan public holidays and the summer travel season. Plan ahead if travelling in July or August.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
- Printed BLS appointment letter with barcode.
- Signed visa application form.
- Current passport with at least six months validity beyond the intended stay and at least two blank pages.
- Old passports if requested.
- Passport-style photographs to Moroccan specification.
- Proof of UK residency (BRP, vignette, settled status, or utility bill).
- Hotel and flight bookings for tourist visa.
- Letter of invitation from a Moroccan host or company for business or family visit.
- Bank statements for the past three months.
- Employer letter or business registration documents for business and work visas.
- University acceptance letter for student visa.
- Marriage and birth certificates (legalised and translated where required) for family reunion.
- Travel insurance for the duration of stay.
Processing Times and Fees
Moroccan consular visa fees vary by nationality and visa category, set on a reciprocal basis. The BLS service fee in the UK is charged in addition to the consular fee. Premium add-ons such as SMS notifications and courier passport return are usually available at extra cost.
Processing time for a standard tourist or business visa is typically 5 to 15 working days from BLS submission, though peak periods can extend this. Work, student and family reunion visas can take 4 to 8 weeks due to additional checks at the embassy and with Moroccan authorities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do UK passport holders need a visa for Morocco?
No. UK passport holders can visit Morocco visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism. Other purposes such as work, study or long stays require a visa.
I live in the UK but hold a non-exempt passport. Do I need a Moroccan visa?
Yes. Nationals of countries not exempt from Moroccan visa requirements must apply for a visa at BLS International before travel.
Can I extend my stay in Morocco beyond 90 days?
Extensions and longer residence are handled by Moroccan authorities inside the country and require a residence card application, not a BLS UK process.
Do children need their own visa for Morocco?
Yes. Each traveller, including infants, needs their own visa where one is required for the nationality.
Can I apply for a Moroccan e-Visa?
Morocco has introduced electronic visa options for selected nationalities and categories. Check morocco.blsinternational.com/unitedkingdom or the Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for current eligibility.
How We Verified This
We cross-referenced morocco.blsinternational.com/unitedkingdom, the Moroccan Embassy in London communications, and gov.uk foreign travel advice for Morocco. Visa exemption rules and e-Visa availability can change, so we have linked to the official portals for current information.
