Morocco
Moroccan Drivers Trapped by Europe's New EES Border Controls
Morocco’s Transport Minister says he is confident about resolving the visa crisis affecting truck drivers . A critical situation triggered by Europe’s new border control system.
Topic
Visa
Spain
Controlled for his skin color": the Spanish justice rejects the argument and expels a Moroccan national
The Superior Court of Justice of Castile and León has confirmed the expulsion of a Moroccan. The man contested his arrest in Valladolid, denouncing a control based on his skin color, an argument rejected by the Spanish magistrates.
Belgium
Studies in Belgium: The new "silver wall" threatening Moroccan students
Moroccan students will now have to justify 1,050 euros per month to obtain a Belgian visa, compared to 835 euros previously. This tightening of financial requirements aims to prevent precariousness and migratory abuses according to the Brussels authorities.
Morocco
Hajj 1447H: here is the final price for Moroccan pilgrims
The Minister of Habous and Islamic Affairs, Ahmed Toufiq, specified that this rate includes for the first time the costs of the sacrifice. This integration responds to the requirements of the Saudi authorities, who now impose payment via an electronic platform as a prerequisite for the visa.
Morocco
Schengen Visa Scandal in Morocco: Fraud Investigation in Tangier
Moroccan authorities have opened an investigation following complaints from the Spanish consulate reporting irregularities in Schengen visa applications in Tangier. The investigation is targeting suspicious administrative and financial documents submitted by several applicants.
Morocco
France Schengen Visas: Rejection Rate, Morocco Applications and Approval Rules
The French consulate in Morocco disputes the alarming visa refusal figures cited by road transport operators. While professionals describe a widespread blockage, the consular authority says it is maintaining an approval rate close to 70%.
Morocco
France Visas for Moroccans Rise Above 300,000 in 2025
France issued more than 300,000 visas to Moroccans in 2025 , placing the Kingdom second worldwide. Consular services announce shorter processing times and are stepping up efforts to combat intermediaries, while ruling out the use of artificial intelligence for now.
Morocco
The incredible fake visa scam for Europe dismantled
The Royal Gendarmerie arrested on Wednesday in Salé an individual suspected of fraud with fake employment contracts . The suspect was running a "phantom consulate" targeting young candidates for emigration to Germany and Italy.
Morocco
Schengen visas refused to Moroccan imams?
Some countries have refused to grant visas to Moroccan religious missions for the upcoming month of Ramadan, said the Minister of Habous and Islamic Affairs, Ahmed Toufiq, during an oral question session at the House of Representatives. The countries were not mentioned by the ministry.
Spain
Spain-Morocco: Between record requests and massive refusals, the Schengen visa puzzle
Spain has processed a massive volume of Schengen visa applications during the year 2024, confirming its role as a major gateway to Europe. While the statistics reveal an average rejection rate of 15.7%, the situation of Moroccan nationals within these administrative procedures presents particularities compared to other nationalities.
France
France tightens visa requirements, Moroccans penalized
The persistent tension between Moroccan road hauliers and French consular services has prompted a reaction from the French embassy. Accused of the multiplication of visa refusals , the diplomatic representation defends a strict application of the community code, while ensuring that it wants to preserve the logistical fluidity between the two countries.
Morocco
France tightens visa requirements, Moroccan companies suffocating
Maximum tension on the roads. Since October, international transport professionals have been facing a wave of visa refusals from the French consulate. A sudden tightening that is paralyzing activity and threatening trade with Europe.