Step-by-Step Support to Settle in Tangier—Legally and Stress-Free
Want to Stay in Morocco Long-Term? Let’s Make It Official. If you’ve fallen in love with life in Tangier (we get it!), the next natural step is applying for your residency card—called the carte de séjour. Whether you’re here for work, retirement, study, or simply a new chapter in your life, we’re here to help make the process feel less like paperwork… and more like progress.
At Welcome to Tanger City, we walk with you from the very first form to the day you pick up your card.
What Is a Residency Card?
The carte de séjour is Morocco’s official residency permit, allowing you to stay in the country legally for over 90 days. It’s valid for 1 year (renewable), and later can lead to longer-term permits or permanent residency.
What You’ll Need (And What We Help With)
Requirements vary depending on why you’re applying (retirement, business, marriage, study, etc.), but we typically help with:
- Choosing the right type of residency application
- Preparing and organizing required documents
- Translating and legalizing papers (when needed)
- Booking and attending your appointment at the local police station
- Assisting with fingerprinting, ID photos, and proof of address
- Navigating renewals, updates, or change of status
Common application types: retirees, property owners, freelancers (auto-entrepreneurs), business owners, family reunification, or foreign students.
Don’t Speak Arabic or French? We’ve Got You
We know the paperwork can feel overwhelming—especially when documents, appointments, and interviews are in languages you don’t speak. That’s why we offer full language support in English, French, or Spanish, with translators and bilingual assistants ready to help.
How Long Does It Take?
The full process can take anywhere from 3 weeks to 2 months, depending on your situation and paperwork. We help you stay organized and on top of timelines—no surprises, no missed steps.
Why It’s Worth It
- Live, work, or study in Morocco legally
- Open a local bank account
- Sign rental contracts and utilities
- Travel in and out of the country with ease
- Build a long-term future here with confidence
Ready to Apply?
If you’re thinking about staying longer, let’s make it official. Whether you’re just starting or already collecting documents, we’ll step in where you need us and walk you through the process.
➡️ Contact us here and let’s start your residency journey together.
