Emergency Travel Document: What to Do if Your Moroccan Passport is Lost or Stolen Abroad | MRE Guide 2026

In case of loss or theft, immediately report the theft to local police and obtain a receipt. Then contact the Moroccan consulate competent for your place of residence to apply for an emergency consular laissez-passer to return to Morocco.

The Moroccan consular laissez-passer is an emergency travel document issued by the Moroccan consulate, valid only for a one-way trip to Morocco. Its validity is one month maximum. It does not replace the passport and does not allow travel to other countries.

The cost of the consular laissez-passer varies by consulate, but is generally modest (equivalent of a few tens of euros or dirhams). Some consulates may issue it free of charge in proven emergency situations. Check directly with your consulate.

No, the Moroccan consular laissez-passer is strictly limited to a one-way trip to Morocco. It is not valid for transit or entry into other countries. For any other journey, a valid Moroccan passport is indispensable.

Documents generally required: police loss/theft declaration receipt, copy of your old passport (if available), birth certificate or Moroccan national ID, identity photos and application form. Contact your consulate for the exact list.

In documented emergency cases, the consular laissez-passer can be issued within 24 to 72 hours. Outside emergencies, the delay may reach one week. It is recommended to appear in person at the consulate with all necessary documents.

Yes, reporting the loss or theft to local police is a mandatory step. The police receipt (PV) is an indispensable document for the consular laissez-passer application. It also helps prevent your identity being misused with your old passport.