To take the ferry to Morocco, Algeria or Tunisia, the key document is a passport valid at least 6 months beyond your return date — an ID card is not enough (apart from the specific cases listed below). Here is the complete checklist by country and situation.
The checklist by country
| Document | Morocco | Algeria | Tunisia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passport (6+ months validity) | ✅ mandatory | ✅ mandatory | ✅ mandatory |
| Visa (EU nationals, tourism ≤ 90 d) | ❌ not required | ✅ required | ❌ not required |
| European ID card alone | ❌ (except organised tours) | ❌ | ❌ (except Tunisian dual nationals) |
| Dual nationals' national document | Moroccan CNIE accepted | Algerian passport (visa waiver) | Tunisian ID card accepted |
| Police / customs form | Form + vehicle temporary admission | D10 vehicle form | Form filled in on board |
The passport: the 6-month rule
All companies recommend (and authorities often require) a passport valid at least 6 months beyond the return date. Check the expiry date BEFORE booking: renewal queues frequently exceed 4 to 6 weeks in spring, right before the crossing season. Every passenger needs their own — including babies.
Visas, case by case
- Morocco: visa-free for the EU, UK, USA, Canada (≤ 90 days).
- Algeria: visa required for French and European nationals (apply at the consulate several weeks ahead). French-Algerian dual nationals are exempt when travelling with their Algerian passport.
- Tunisia: visa-free for the EU (≤ 90 days).
Minors: the exit authorisation
A French minor travelling without both parents must present:
- their personal passport;
- the exit authorisation form (AST — Cerfa no. 15646) signed by a parent;
- a copy of the signing parent's ID.
The minimum age for unaccompanied travel varies by company — check our FAQ before booking for a teenager travelling alone.
Vehicle and pets: the extra documents
- Vehicle: registration in the driver's name, licence, green card covering the country, temporary admission (D10 in Algeria). Full details in our ferry with car guide.
- Pets: up-to-date vaccination record (rabies), European pet passport, identification chip. Some companies require a vet certificate issued less than 5 days before.
The final checklist before leaving
- Passport for EVERY passenger (6+ months validity) ✅
- Algeria visa where applicable ✅
- Ticket / booking confirmation (paper or mobile) ✅
- Vehicle documents (registration, green card, licence) ✅
- Exit authorisation for minors without both parents ✅
- Pet record + passport where applicable ✅
A specific question? Our documents FAQ covers more than 100 cases. And to book: compare crossings on Bladia — payment in 4 interest-free instalments and ANCV holiday vouchers.