Business & investor visas
Moroccan Business Setup and Investment Residence
For foreign entrepreneurs and investors to establish a company in Morocco and reside on that basis.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Company-registration costs, timelines, minimum local-employment conditions and any residence thresholds are drawn from general business guidance, not a single official immigration page, and are unverified; confirm with the relevant CRI and the DGSN.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Morocco government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Company registration via the CRI + carte de séjour
- Route type
- Business establishment leading to residence
- Dedicated investor visa
- None — no formal golden-visa scheme
- Registration body
- Centre Régional d'Investissement (CRI)
Who it is for
- Foreign entrepreneurs setting up a company in Morocco
- Investors establishing or acquiring a business
- Company directors and managers who will reside in Morocco
Requirements
- Registration of the company through the CRI (trade register, tax ID and social-security affiliation)
- A physical business address in Morocco and compliance with commercial and tax law
- A valid passport and, where required, an entry visa
- Application for a residence permit after arrival on the basis of the business role
What you can do
- Own and operate a company in most sectors
- Reside in Morocco with a residence permit tied to the business
- Employ staff and trade in accordance with Moroccan law
How to apply
- Register the company through the relevant Regional Investment Centre (CRI)
- Set up the business address, bank account and tax and social-security registrations
- Report to the local police authority and apply for a residence permit
- Maintain compliance and renew the residence permit before expiry
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.