Morocco grants visa-free access for HKSAR Passport holders

Morocco has become the latest country to grant visa-free access to the holders of Hong Kong SAR passports.

The decision will take effect from October 1 and will mean that Hong Kong people will be able to visit Morocco for up to 30 days without a visa.

In welcoming the decision, a government spokesman said it was a vote of confidence in Hong Kong's effective immigration control under the 'One Country, Two Systems' arrangement.

"This is a further achievement in our efforts to enhance travel convenience for HKSAR passport holders," the spokesman said.

The availability of visa-free access to Morocco has brought to 117 the total number of jurisdictions agreeing to grant visa-free access for HKSAR passport holders.

At present, nationals of Morocco can visit Hong Kong visa-free for a stay up to one month.

Ends/Tuesday, September 3, 2002