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Visas for France: The "Reason 10" infuriates Moroccan entrepreneurs

The unexplained tightening of visa issuance by the French consulate is provoking the anger of Moroccan business circles. These unexpected rejections directly threaten the sustainability of economic partnerships and joint projects between the two countries.

By Farid Laamoudi
Visas for France: The "Reason 10" infuriates Moroccan entrepreneurs

Many professionals, who have previously held multiple-entry visas and have always complied with the conditions, are now facing refusals. The justification frequently put forward by the consular services is based on "Reason 10", alleging allegedly doubtful reliability of the documents.

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These decisions significantly disrupt the smooth running of commercial operations and deteriorate the business climate. Faced with this situation deemed incomprehensible, many appeals have already been filed by the aggrieved applicants in an attempt to have their files re-examined.

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Economic actors are demanding urgent clarification of the evaluation criteria. They are calling for greater transparency for applicants with proven professional relationships, in order to "guarantee the continuity of cooperation and avoid the paralysis of the interests of companies".