US Green Card Travel Benefits: Moroccan Passport (2026)
A Moroccan passport on its own opens 42 visa-free destinations. Add a US Green Card, and that number jumps to 56 — 18 additional countries where you can show up and enter without a traditional visa application.
Morocco's passport offers access across Africa and parts of Asia, with residence permits unlocking the rest of Europe and the Americas.
Last verified: March 2026
Access Summary
| Access Type | Passport Alone | With US Green Card | Change | |---|---|---|---| | Visa Free | 42 | 56 | +14 | | Visa on Arrival | 38 | 42 | +4 | | eVisa | 34 | 26 | -8 | | Visa Required | 80 | 70 | -10 | | Total | 194 | 194 | |
With the US Green Card, 64% of destinations become accessible without a traditional embassy visa application.
New Visa-Free Destinations (18 Countries)
These destinations become visa-free when you hold a valid US Green Card alongside your Moroccan passport.
Europe:
| Country | Region | Baseline Status | |---|---|---| | Albania | Southern Europe | eVisa | | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Southern Europe | Visa Required | | Serbia | Southern Europe | eVisa |
Americas:
| Country | Region | Baseline Status | |---|---|---| | Bahamas | Caribbean | eVisa | | Costa Rica | Central America | Visa Required | | El Salvador | Central America | Visa Required | | Guatemala | Central America | Visa Required | | Honduras | Central America | Visa Required | | Jamaica | Caribbean | Visa Required | | Mexico | North America | Visa Required | | Panama | Central America | Visa Required | | United States | North America | Visa Required |
Asia & Middle East:
| Country | Region | Baseline Status | |---|---|---| | Georgia | Caucasus | eVisa | | Japan | East Asia | Visa Required | | Jordan | Middle East | Visa on Arrival | | Oman | Middle East | Visa on Arrival | | Saudi Arabia | Middle East | Visa on Arrival |
Africa & Oceania:
| Country | Region | Baseline Status | |---|---|---| | Micronesia | Oceania | Visa Required |
Notable additions include United States, Japan, Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama.
Visa on Arrival Upgrades (7 Countries)
These destinations improve to visa-on-arrival status with the US Green Card — previously they required a full visa or eVisa.
| Country | Region | |---|---| | Antigua and Barbuda | Caribbean | | Bahrain | Middle East | | Guyana | South America | | Iran | Middle East | | Marshall Islands | Oceania | | Pakistan | South Asia | | Turkmenistan | Central Asia |
How This Compares to Other Permits
Here's how every major residence permit type changes visa-free access for Moroccan passport holders:
| Residence Permit | Destinations Unlocked | New Visa-Free Total | |---|---|---| | Schengen Residence Permit | 47 | 89 | | US Green Card ← | 18 | 60 | | Ireland IRP | 18 | 60 | | Canada PR | 14 | 56 | | UK BRP | 12 | 54 | | UAE Residence Visa | 11 | 53 | | Saudi Iqama | 8 | 50 |
Among all major permits, the Schengen Residence Permit provides the highest boost (+47). The US Green Card ranks among the top options with 18 additional destinations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many visa-free countries can Moroccan passport holders visit with a US Green Card?
With a US Green Card, Moroccan passport holders can visit 56 countries visa-free — up from 42 with the passport alone. That's 18 additional destinations unlocked by the permit. Check the interactive map on VisaRadar.
Does a US Green Card allow Moroccan citizens to travel to Europe visa-free?
A US Green Card may unlock some European destinations, but it does not grant access to the Schengen Area on its own. A Schengen residence permit is typically the best path for European travel. Compare all permits on VisaRadar.
Which residence permit is best for Moroccan passport holders who want to travel?
A Schengen residence permit typically provides the largest boost in visa-free access for Moroccan passport holders, often unlocking 40+ additional destinations. A US Green Card is usually the second-best option. The comparison table above shows the exact numbers for each permit type.
Can I transit through countries visa-free with a US Green Card and Moroccan passport?
Many countries allow visa-free transit for holders of valid residence permits from major economies. However, transit rules vary by airport and country. Always check the specific transit requirements for your route before booking.
How often do visa-free rules change for Moroccan passport holders with a US Green Card?
Visa policies change regularly due to bilateral agreements, security concerns, and diplomatic shifts. Countries can add or remove visa-free access at any time. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official immigration website before booking travel.
Visa rules change frequently. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official embassy or immigration website before booking travel. Data from VisaRadar's database, last verified March 2026.
Read the full Moroccan passport visa-free guide for baseline access without any residence permit.
Explore your passport + residence permit combination on the VisaRadar interactive map to see exactly where you can go.