فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Visa application files represent a crucial administrative step for Moroccan citizens wishing to travel abroad—whether for tourism, study, or work. One of the key criteria consulates and embassies rely on when processing these applications is the validity period of the documents submitted, which can directly influence whether a visa is granted or denied.
In this context, the validity of documents varies depending on their type, but a common requirement is that they must be recent and reflect the applicant’s actual situation. According to standard administrative practices followed by most European consular missions in Morocco, several documents must be issued no more than 30 days before the application is submitted.
Among the documents most subject to the “recency” requirement:
- Employment certificate or salary statement: Must be no older than one month, as it indicates the applicant’s professional status.
- Bank statements: Typically, a statement covering the last three months is required, with the most recent entry close to the application date.
- Travel health insurance: Must cover the entire trip duration and be valid from the departure date until the return.
- Travel and accommodation bookings: Unconfirmed reservations are often accepted, but they should preferably be recent (less than two weeks old).
- School or university certificates: For students, these should ideally be no more than three months old.
- Civil documents such as marriage certificates or family status certificates: Usually required to be recent (less than three months), especially when used to prove family ties or relationships.
Visa consultants point out that submitting expired or outdated documents is one of the main reasons for application rejection, along with inconsistent information or missing essential documents.
Diplomatic missions recommend applicants to check the official websites of consulates before submission, as requirements can vary depending on the country and the purpose of the visa. Administrative rules may also change due to situational or seasonal factors.
Observers agree that respecting the validity period of documents reflects the applicant’s seriousness and organization—factors that significantly increase the chances of approval, especially at a time when visa application screening standards have become stricter than in previous years.
Source: Fes News Media
