Morocco

Buying a Property in Agadir. The town of Agadir derives its name from the phoneicians and in Berber it means"Wall, masoned Wall enclosing Town, Fortress" all of which serve to describe Agadir very we...Read more

The new resort of Mediterrania – Saidia - Maroc is located along a 6 km stretch of Mediterranean coast in eastern Morocco near Saidia between Algeria and Spain's Melilla.  Mediterrania – Said...Read more

Essaouira, or the ‘windy city’ is one of Morocco’s most enchanting coastal towns. Inside its whitewashed medina lies a city that has been influenced by a host of cultures including Barber, Portu...Read more

Set in a sheltered bay with abundant sunshine, Agadir is Morocco's premier beach resort. Agadir has fine sand that stretches for 9km along Morocco's southern coast. The beach is also home to a variety...Read more

Shopping in one of Morocco's bustling souk markets is an experience, with a mix of colour, texture and life. Pots of all shapes and sizes brim with red and yellow coloured spices whose aroma hangs thi...Read more

Agadir has plenty of restaurants and cafés, local bars tend to have live music and occasionally feature folk dancers and singers. The livelier evening entertainment tends to be hotel based, with plen...Read more

Tajine is the national dish of Morocco, a stew cooked in an earthenware bowl, made with vegetables and either meat or fish. Alternatively try grilled sardines stuffed with garlic, coriander, lemon oil...Read more

Set in North Africa Morocco is only around three hours away. Owning a property in Agadir you will have a mix of relaxation and exploration on your doorstep. With year round sunshine and beaches set in...Read more

If you are buying property in Morocco the cost of living is much lower compared to the UK. The annual Thomas Cook Cost of Holiday Living Index is a survey of prices of typical holiday items. According...Read more

Marrakech, Morocco Weather Table. Not surprisingly the weather is a major factor when choosing where to live or buy property overseas. To help you find out more this location guide provides useful wea...Read more

Rabat, Morocco Weather Table. Not surprisingly the weather is a major factor when choosing where to live or buy property overseas. To help you find out more this location guide provides useful weather...Read more

Marrakech, Morocco Weather Graph.Not surprisingly the weather is a major factor when choosing where to live or buy property overseas. To help you find out more this location guide provides useful weat...Read more

Rabat, Morocco Weather Graph.Not surprisingly the weather is a major factor when choosing where to live or buy property overseas. To help you find out more this location guide provides useful weather ...Read more

Morocco Climate and Weather Guide. The climate is a major factor when choosing where to live or buy a property overseas.  This Morocco guide provides useful climate information for anyone buying ...Read more

SVP MAROC     Aims to offer visitors to Morocco 24/7 telephone access to the following: Free assistance with health problems and lost or stolen documentation, luggage, etc. SVP ASSISTANCE...Read more

Morocco is fast becoming a popular destination for overseas home ownership due not only to the climate, the resort facilities but the promise of rising prices as many are predicting that the north coa...Read more

Key Points for buying property in Morocco A developing infrastructure along the coastal regions Improving private medical facilities Cost of living much less than the UK Cost of owning a home is ...Read more

Exchange and currency for Morocco One sterling pound equals approx 16.3 Dirham. No import of Dirham is allowed. Overseas visitors will have to change their currency locally.  ...Read more

The road system in Morocco is fairly well developed. Moroccan drivers drive with far less caution than most people do in the UK. In town areas they tend to speed and weave from one space to another. T...Read more

Primary education is for children from the ages of 6  up to 12 years old. Fundamental; Secondary school is for the ages 12 – 15. General secondary education is for the ages 15 ...Read more

Capital: Rabat Population: 32,805,000 Language: Arabic Berber, French, Spanish. Religion: Islam (98.7% Muslims) ...Read more

The flight duration for Morocco from the UK will be between 3hrs50min – 4 hrs depending on the airports that you are travelling to and from. You can fly to Morocco from Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingh...Read more

You British embassy will hold a list of English speaking lawyers in Morocco. ...Read more

The people of Morocco are rich in diversity and have a unique culture blended from Arab, Berber, European and African influences. Moroccans are some of the most generous, hospitable people in the...Read more

The cost of living in Morocco is between six and ten times cheaper than in the UK. This applies to all everyday living expense, fuel, tobacco and alcohol. ...Read more

Hospitals outside the main towns of Morocco can be basic and old-fashioned compared to those in the UK. Standards of medical care in Morocco are deemed acceptable, this said specialised treatment...Read more

Mortgages are available in Morocco, but the most an oversea's buyer can borrow is 50% of the property value. The purchase can be made in either Euros, US dollars or pound sterling. Mortgages tend to b...Read more

Daily newspapers are published in Arabic and French. However, you may be able to obtain English newspapers in the areas that are more widely used by tourists....Read more

Pensions in Morocco You can claim state pension if you live outside the UK. However you will only receive the yearly index-linked increases and other benefits I.e. the Christmas bonus if you live in ...Read more

Most towns and cities do have adequate veterinary surgeons, before travel it may be wise to locate the nearest to you. If your pet is insured, check with your insurance provider to whether or not you�...Read more

There a three main stages to buying a property in Morocco.   When you have decided on a property to buy in Morocco you will need to make a verbal offer.Once an agreement on price is achieved, sa...Read more

Islam is the official state religion in Morocco. The vast majority of Moroccans are Sunni Muslims of the Maliki rite. As is many Islamic countries, Sufism claims adherents, and forms of popular religi...Read more

Tax on rental income.   For the first 3 years tax in rental income can be exempt after the first three years, investors will have to pay 60% of their generated income at the levels between 22% -...Read more

Time in Morocco There’s no time difference between Morocco and the UK. ...Read more

Telephones.   Privately run Teleboutiques can be found through Morocco. There is an attendant who will provide change, phone cards and advice.   Television.   Radio-television Marocain...Read more

A passport valid for at least six moths is required to enter Morocco. If you are only staying for a period of up to 3 months you will not need a visa. If you wish to stay longer you will need a visa. ...Read more

Important Contacts for Morocco British embassy 28 Avenue S.A.R sidi Mohammed Souissi Rabat Tel 037 63 33 33 Fax 037 7587 09 Email visa.rabat@fco.gov.uk Moroccan national tourist office, UK. 205 rege...Read more