Morocco has capitalized on its proximity to Europe and relatively low labor costs to build a diverse, open, market-oriented economy. 

Economic facts and statistics from the CIA

Aware of the fact that investment is a key factor to ensure sustainable and sustained economic growth, Morocco has liberalized its economy

a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Morocco.

Registering a company in Morocco – what is involved?

This site describs how a foreign company can establish in Morocco as an établissement stable

The standard CIT rate is 30%. A higher rate of 37% applies to leasing companies and credit institutions.

The Personal Income Tax Rate in Morocco stands at 38 percent. Personal Income Tax Rate in Morocco averaged 40.33 percent from 2004 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 44 percent in 2005 and a record low of 38 percent in 2010. Personal Income Tax Rate in Morocco is reported by the Direction Générale des Impôts, Morocco.

The Corporate Tax Rate in Morocco stands at 30 percent. Corporate Tax Rate in Morocco averaged 31.67 percent from 2004 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 35 percent in 2005 and a record low of 30 percent in 2008. Corporate Tax Rate in Morocco is reported by the Department of Taxes.

Individuals who have their tax residence in Morocco are subject to an individual income tax on their worldwide income.

The Sales Tax Rate in Morocco stands at 20 percent.

The standard VAT rate in Morocco is 20%. Reduced rates of 7%, 10%, and 14% apply to specifically designated operations.

A guide to visa and passport requirements to enter Morocco

A listing of the countries where residents do NOT need a visa to enter Morocco

369 tips on getting to and getting around Morocco from real travelers and locals.

A guide to public transportation

This site provides an outline of communications technology in Morocco.

Maroc Telecom  is the main telecommunication company in Morocco.

A guide to basic law law provisions in Morocco

This site providesa detailed summary of some of the labor regulations that would apply to local entrepreneurs wishing to hire workers, organize working schedules, improve job quality for workers, or make workers redundant for economic reasons in Morocco.

Morocco is a traditional country with specific codes of conduct that are important to be aware of when conducting business there. 

Dos and Don’ts of proper etiquette in Morocco

Morocco climate guide, regional weather guide and geography information.

Morocco has a Mediterraneanclimate that is generally hot and dry for most of the year, with cooler, yet still mild, temperatures and rainfall during the winter months 

Cost of living comparisons in more than 1,600 cities all over the world

Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Morocco. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.

After independence in 1956, the new government declared their main goals to be Arabization of the educational institutions, general access at all levels and unification of all systems. 

A listing of American schools in Morocco

List of Public and National Holidays in Morocco for the year 2016

A comprehensive list of public holidays

Demographic Trends of Moroccan Society

Demograhic profile of Morocco from the CIA

Latest travel advice for Morocco from the UK government including safety and security, entry requirements, travelwarnings and health

See “Safety and Security” on this site

Quantitative Import Restrictions/Prohibitions on Imports

Morocco Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border. 

The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006.  Under the agreement most Moroccan goods enter the United States duty free and virtually all will enter free by the time it is fully implemented on January 1, 2023.

Negotiations for a Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (DCFTA) between the EU and Morocco were launched on 1st March 2013. 

A listing of available flats in Morocco

A listing of destinations and sights in Morocco

TripAdvisor has 810,124 reviews of Morocco Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Morocco resource.