Ghana and Morocco have signed a visa waiver agreement, allowing Ghanaians to travel to Morocco with a 24-hour online authorization. This move aims to boost trade, tourism, and people-to-people ties between the two countries.
According to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghanaians will no longer require traditional visas to travel to Morocco. Instead, they can apply online and receive approval within 24 hours. “With immediate effect, Ghanaians will no longer require traditional visas to travel to Morocco. An online authorization which will be granted within 24-hours without embassy appointments is all that’s needed,” Ablakwa stated.
The Minister emphasised that this agreement will greatly facilitate travel between the two countries. With existing direct flights, which are expected to increase following the agreement, Ghanaians can now easily visit Morocco for business, tourism, or other purposes.
“With existing direct flights which would be increased following this new agreement, we expect this bilateral visa waiver policy to greatly facilitate trade, tourism and deepen people-to-people engagements between both countries,” Ablakwa added.
Ablakwa stressed the importance of African borders serving as bridges of connectivity rather than divisions. “The borders in Africa must not be allowed to divide us — they can be bridges of connectivity. Diplomacy must make meaningful impact in the lives of the people we serve,” he noted.
This development is seen as an important step towards strengthening ties between Ghana and Morocco, with potential benefits for business, education, and cultural exchange.
The agreement is expected to enhance economic cooperation and people-to-people diplomacy between the two nations. By simplifying travel requirements, Ghana and Morocco aim to foster greater collaboration and understanding, ultimately contributing to the growth and development of both countries.