Pakistani citizens aiming to work in Morocco must secure a visa from the relevant department to ensure they receive legal protection in the host country. The visa protection affords several key benefits, including full legal protection and access to comprehensive assistance from Pakistan’s mission in Morocco.
Individuals can seek legal aid through the Community Welfare Attaché at the Pakistan Embassy in Morocco. Additionally, visa holders benefit from life insurance coverage of up to Rs1 million.
Regarding compensation, the highest-paying jobs in Morocco are typically in construction, with salaries paid in Moroccan Dirhams. As of February 10, 2025, one Moroccan Dirham is equivalent to Rs27.83 in Pakistani currency.
Protector Fee in Pakistan for Morocco Work Visa
Pakistani workers travelling to Morocco are required to pay the following fees:
Securing visa protection ensures that Pakistani workers in Morocco are fully safeguarded and can access necessary assistance during their stay.
Here’s the fee structure for emigrants through Direct Employment and Overseas Employment Promoter (OEP) in table format:
Fee Structure for Emigrants through Direct Employment
| Fee Type | Amount (Rs) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Life Insurance Fee | 2,500 | Covers life risk up to Rs1 million for five years |
| OPF Welfare Fund Fee | 4,000 | |
| Registration Fee | 2,500 | |
| OEC Fee | 200 | |
| Total Fee | 9,200 |
Fee Structure for Emigrants through Overseas Employment Promoter (OEP)
| Fee Type | Amount (Rs) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Life Insurance Fee | 2,500 | |
| OEP Service Charges | 15,000 | Additional Rs6,000 for processing cases |
| Registration Fee | 500 | |
| OEC Fee | 200 | |
| Welfare Fund (OPF) | 4,000 | |
| Total Fee | 22,200 |
It is crucial for Pakistanis seeking employment abroad to use legal channels. In a recent tragic event, at least 50 migrants, many of whom were Pakistanis, perished when their boat capsized off the Moroccan coast. This incident was the most recent in a series of deadly accidents involving individuals attempting to reach Spain’s Canary Islands from West Africa.
Read: Pakistan Releases Names of 21 Survivors from Morocco Boat Tragedy
