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Barcelona to Nador Ferry: Long Crossing with Car, Cabin and Passport
With GNV
The Barcelona to Nador ferry is run by GNV between the port of Barcelona and the port of Beni Ansar, in Nador (Morocco). The crossing takes more than a day, with nights on board, and there are only a few departures a week.
With a Spanish passport you need a valid passport with more than six months' validity: the DNI is not accepted. With a car, the original vehicle registration document, insurance and the D16TER form.
If you live in Spain with a Moroccan passport, to return take your passport and your valid residence permit, or a Schengen visa.
It is the option for getting to Morocco without driving across the whole Peninsula.
Barcelona to Nador ferry timetable
There are few departures a week, more often in summer. In the search tool you see the days and times for your date, in the local time of each port. Start by looking at the days with a ferry: with so few departures, those are what matter.
The crossing includes nights on board. GNV publishes that check-in opens about nine hours before departure and closes four hours before; confirm the cut-off times on your ticket, because they can change.
From Nador to Barcelona
The return has its own page: Nador to Barcelona ferry.
There are no departures scheduled on this route in the coming days. You can travel on these routes:
Indicative schedules and subject to variation by the ferry company for operational reasons without prior notice.
How long does the ferry from Barcelona to Nador take?
More than a day, with one or two nights on board. GNV publishes a duration that varies by departure. In the timetable you see the one for each date. For anyone who does not want such a long crossing, AlmerÃa–Nador crosses in a few hours.
Who runs the Barcelona to Nador ferry
The route is run by GNV, which publishes it in both directions. It belongs to the Grimaldi group and has cabins and reclining seats.
No other ferry company has a direct ferry from Barcelona to Nador according to the sources. If you prefer a shorter crossing, look at the departures from AlmerÃa.
Barcelona to Nador ferry price
The price you see above is the lowest recent price for one adult without a vehicle. On a crossing with nights on board, what weighs most is the accommodation: seat or cabin, inside or outside. The car is paid according to type and measurements; enter the make and model when you search.
Compare it with driving to AlmerÃa or Algeciras and taking a short ferry: it depends on how much you value time, fuel and the tiredness of the journey.
Barcelona to Nador ferry with a car
It is a route designed for people travelling with a car and a lot of luggage. Documents:
- Original vehicle registration document and a valid driving licence.
- If you are not the owner, a certified authorisation from the owner; to enter Morocco, a transfer document validated by the Moroccan consulate.
- Insurance with the maximum cover and the D16TER temporary import form.
The car deck is closed during the crossing: you cannot get to the car. Take medication, documents and anything else you will need to the cabin. The declared dimensions must match those of the car, roof rack included.
Travelling to Morocco with a dog from Barcelona
GNV accepts dogs and cats, included in the booking. The only indoor accommodation is the "Four-legged Friends" ("Amigos de cuatro patas") cabin, with limited places and a maximum of two animals. Otherwise, there is a kennel or cat kennel and walking areas on deck. Bring a lead and a vaccination booklet.
To enter Morocco, a microchip, a valid rabies vaccination and a health certificate are required; sometimes, an antibody test. Confirm the official requirements. More information in travelling by ferry with a dog.
On board: cabin, seat and luggage
There are cabins and reclining seats. On a crossing with nights, the cabin gives you rest and a safe place to leave your hand luggage. GNV does not limit luggage weight; hand luggage means personal items, with up to two suitcases as personal luggage. The car deck is closed: bring up what you need before boarding.
Ports of Barcelona and Nador
Port of Barcelona
Port of Nador
How to get to the port of Barcelona
The ferry leaves from the terminals of the port of Barcelona; the exact terminal appears on your ticket, and it is worth confirming it before you set off because the port has several. With a car, arrive early and follow the boarding signs.
Arriving in Nador: Beni Ansar
The ship arrives at the port of Beni Ansar (Beni Enzar), next to the city of Nador and very close to the border with Melilla. On disembarking you go through police control and Moroccan customs, with your car if you have one. From there, by road, you go to Nador and the rest of the Rif.
Documents for travelling to Nador by ferry from Barcelona
If you are a Spanish citizen
- Passport with more than six months' validity; the DNI is not accepted, not even for minors.
- No visa for tourism: 90 days per six-month period.
- Children under 14 cannot travel alone; with only one parent, written authorisation from the other. From 14 to 18, they can travel alone with written authorisation.
If you have a Moroccan passport or dual nationality
To enter Morocco, check with the consulate which document to use. To return to Europe as a non-EU national, bring your valid passport and your valid residence permit, or a Schengen visa. If the police do not admit you because of inadequate documents, the ferry company does not refund the ticket.
Controls
GNV warns that the EU Entry/Exit System controls apply on this route. Up to 2,000 dirhams undeclared, and Moroccan currency may not be taken out of the country.
I Love Ferry tips for the Barcelona to Nador ferry
- Do the sums on the road: if you are already loaded up from Andalusia, AlmerÃa–Nador may be worth it. From Catalonia, the long crossing usually makes up for the tiredness.
- Cabin: with nights on board, it is not a luxury.
- Take to the cabin medication, documents and whatever you need: the car deck does not open.
- Book in advance in summer: there are only a few departures a week.
- Car documents printed, and the D16TER filled in.
Why book the Barcelona to Nador ferry with I Love Ferry
- We tell you who runs it and what other departures there are to Nador.
- You pay the ferry company's official price and receive its booking reference.
- You search with car, pet and ages and see the calculated price.
- If anything changes, a person from our team in Jávea looks after you.
Other ways to get to Morocco by ferry from Spain
- Nador to Barcelona ferry: the return.
- AlmerÃa to Nador ferry: a crossing of a few hours to the same port.
- Motril to Nador ferry: from Granada and the coast.
- Barcelona to Tanger Med ferry: the other long line from Barcelona.
Frequently asked questions about the Barcelona to Nador ferry
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See all the frequently asked questions >>Who runs the ferry from Barcelona to Nador?
GNV, in both directions, with few departures a week. There is no other ferry company with a direct ferry according to the sources.
How many days does the crossing from Barcelona to Nador take?
More than a day, with one or two nights on board. The timetable for each departure shows the exact duration.
Can I travel with the DNI?
No. Spanish citizens need a passport with more than six months' validity.
I have a Moroccan passport and live in Catalonia: what do I need to return?
A valid passport and your valid residence permit for Spain; without it, a Schengen visa. Without the right documents, the ferry company does not refund the ticket.
What if I have dual nationality?
Check with the Moroccan consulate which document to use to enter and leave. We do not have a verified rule for this case.
Can I take a car that is not mine?
Yes, with a certified authorisation from the owner and, for Morocco, a transfer document validated by its consulate in Spain.
Can I get to the car during the crossing?
No. The car deck is closed. Take with you medication, documents and what you need for the night.
Can I travel with a dog?
Yes, with GNV: the "Four-legged Friends" ("Amigos de cuatro patas") cabin, with limited places, or a kennel on deck. It must be included in the booking.
What should I do if I am not allowed to board because of my documents?
The ferry company does not refund the ticket if the police do not admit you because of inadequate documents. Check your papers before booking and write to us if you are unsure.
Is it better to go by ferry from Barcelona or drive to AlmerÃa?
It depends on your luggage, your car and how tired you get. The ferry saves the kilometres; AlmerÃa–Nador crosses in hours. Compare both options before booking.
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