Organize your stay Morocco

Covid-19 : current situation Morocco

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, entry and travel restrictions may apply Morocco. Remember to visit the site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before you leave for the latest information

Money Money Morocco

Morocco's currency is the dirham. Banknotes are 20 DH, 50 DH, 100 DH and 200 DH. Coins are 0.10 DH, 0.20 DH, 0.50 DH, 1 DH, 2 DH, 5 DH and 10 DH. In December 2023, €1 = DH10.98. On the spot, it's easiest to divide everything by ten to get an idea of the price in euros.

Budget & Tips Budget & Tips Morocco

Although not an expensive country, Morocco is not a paradise for the poor. The government has encouraged tourism for the wealthy in order to bring in foreign currency, hence the many luxury hotels in tourist areas.

If you eat and sleep in small establishments, you can live on 200 DH a day.

A stay in a mid-range establishment, with one meal a day in a pleasant restaurant and another in a gargote, will set you back 800 DH a day.

A stay ina superior hotel, with one meal in the hotel and another in a good restaurant in town, will cost you 1,100 DH.

Passport and visas Passport and visas Morocco

To stay in Morocco, a passport valid for at least three months after the date of entry into the country will be required at the border, including if you're going on a tour organized by an agency, as the national identity card alone is no longer sufficient.

Good news for travelers: the police form for entering and leaving Morocco has been abolished in 2019, making customs clearance easier.

Driver's license Driver's license Morocco

It is possible to drive in Morocco with a French licence. If you wish, you can present it with an international licence, which you can obtain from the prefecture of your home free of charge. If you are travelling with your own vehicle, please note that a car registration document is compulsory.

Health Health Morocco

Do not hesitate to consult your doctor for advice before your trip. You can also contact the travel medicine society at the Institut Pasteur medical center at ✆ 01 45 68 80 88 (www.pasteur.fr/fr/sante/centre-medical) or visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website under the heading "Advice to travelers" (www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/voyageurs). In case of illness or serious problem during your trip, quickly consult a pharmacist and then a doctor.

Mandatory vaccination Mandatory vaccination Morocco

No vaccinations are required to travel to Morocco. However, those against hepatitis A and B, and typhoid are recommended.

Security Security Morocco

For several years now, the Moroccan authorities have taken important measures to combat terrorism and ensure the safety of tourists. However, vigilance is required in public places and gatherings, and travel alone in remote or isolated areas should be avoided. In the evening, avoid walking in places deserted by crowds. In large cities, it is not advisable to carry valuables at night to avoid theft. For the latest information on local security, consult the "Conseils aux voyageurs" section of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website: www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/voyageurs.

Time difference Time difference Morocco

Since 2018, Morocco no longer changes time and remains on its summer time all year round (GMT+1). In winter, it's the same time in Paris and Rabat. In summer, when it's midday in Rabat, it's 1pm in Paris. During Ramadan, however, Morocco switches to the GMT+2 time zone.

Spoken languages Spoken languages Morocco

The official language is Arabic. Literary Arabic (fousha) is the language of schools and scholars, while in the streets and villages, Moroccans speak dialectal Arabic. Berber, the country's second language, differs from region to region. In the southern provinces, the Saharawis speak Hassaniya, which is close to literary Arabic.

Morocco is the 6th largest French-speaking country in the world. French is taught here from elementary school onwards. So you'll have little trouble making yourself understood, especially among young people, with the possible exception of northern Morocco, where Spanish is often more widely spoken than French. The further south you go, the less French will be spoken.

Communication Communication Morocco

To make calls within the country, it's a good idea to buy a local sim card, which you can easily find at the airport or in phone stores. There are three main operators in Morocco: Inwi, Orange and Maroc Télécom, with a range of attractive offers. You can also convert your credit into Internet data. If you're traveling within the country, you can take a second sim card with you to juggle networks and offers.

To contact your family or friends abroad, WhatsApp is a practical and inexpensive solution for calling or sending messages. You can also download the Skype application, and top up your credit to call your loved ones on landlines. And don't forget that most hotels and riads have wi-fi, which is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family.

Electricity and measurements Electricity and measurements Morocco

The sockets are of the French type and the metric system is used in Morocco.

Luggage Luggage Morocco

Although Morocco is known to be a warm country, remember to bring one or two sweaters, which you will appreciate in altitude, on the Atlantic Ocean and in the sometimes air-conditioned buses, as well as a warm sleeping bag if you plan to bivouac. Depending on the region and the season, warm, waterproof and windproof clothing may also be useful. Despite the sometimes heavy heat, do not forget that you are in Muslim country. It may indeed be inappropriate to wear shorts, skirts or cleavage too provocative. You should also keep a presentable outfit, no matter how hot it is or where it is. Finally, in case of trek and bivouac, a walking stick, water bottle, pocket knife and headlamp will also be useful.