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=Visiting {{PAGENAME}}= | =Visiting {{PAGENAME}}= | ||
| − | + | From beaches to sand dunes to mountains and lakes, Morocco has it all and is considered to be one of the best countries in the world for Overlanding. The people of Morocco are extremely friendly and welcoming. | |
=Entering {{PAGENAME}} with a Car or Motorbike= | =Entering {{PAGENAME}} with a Car or Motorbike= | ||
| − | '''Correct as of: <span style="color:red"> | + | '''Correct as of: <span style="color:red">June 2016</span>''' |
==Required Paperwork== | ==Required Paperwork== | ||
{{visa_country}} | {{visa_country}} | ||
No special papers are required to enter, except of course for your original [[Vehicle registration]]. <br /> | No special papers are required to enter, except of course for your original [[Vehicle registration]]. <br /> | ||
| − | You fill out a form at the border, two copies you keep. Process is fast and easy | + | You fill out a form at the border, two copies you keep. Process is fast and easy. |
==Process at border== | ==Process at border== | ||
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==Permitted length of stay== | ==Permitted length of stay== | ||
| − | + | Typically three months | |
==Extension of stay== | ==Extension of stay== | ||
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==Vehicle insurance requirements== | ==Vehicle insurance requirements== | ||
| − | Insurance is available at most ports on entry. Tangier Med (New port) has some booths once you've cleared customs | + | Insurance is available at most ports on entry. Tangier Med (New port) has some booths once you've cleared customs. |
You may be covered by your own insurance, but check first. None of the UK companies I've tried will cover it under your 'green card'. | You may be covered by your own insurance, but check first. None of the UK companies I've tried will cover it under your 'green card'. | ||
==Cost of vehicle insurance== | ==Cost of vehicle insurance== | ||
| − | ' | + | It's about <price cost="45" currency="GBP" /> - <price cost="60" currency="GBP" /> (car) for one months insurance and it's the vehicle that's covered so anyone can drive who holds a full license. Buying two months gets you a third month free. |
==Where to purchase vehicle insurance== | ==Where to purchase vehicle insurance== | ||
| − | + | At the port on entry. | |
==Driving license== | ==Driving license== | ||
| − | + | Your home license is sufficient. | |
==Driving side of road== | ==Driving side of road== | ||
Right. <br/> | Right. <br/> | ||
| − | + | RHD vehicles can be driven in {{PAGENAME}}. | |
==Mandatory items in vehicle== | ==Mandatory items in vehicle== | ||
''State any mandatory items that must be carried in the vehicle. | ''State any mandatory items that must be carried in the vehicle. | ||
(i.e. safety triangle, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, etc.)'' | (i.e. safety triangle, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, etc.)'' | ||
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==Roads== | ==Roads== | ||
===General Road quality=== | ===General Road quality=== | ||
| − | + | Road quality varies greatly. Some paved highways are excellent and can be travelled at almost 100km/h, while dirt roads in the mountains can be extremely rough and slow going. | |
===Road signs=== | ===Road signs=== | ||
| − | + | Road signs are usually present showing the way and distance to the next major city. Street names are often not signed in cities. | |
===Toll roads=== | ===Toll roads=== | ||
| − | + | There are toll roads in the West of Morocco, following the coast. | |
==Bribery in {{PAGENAME}}== | ==Bribery in {{PAGENAME}}== | ||
| − | + | Birbery is uncommon, though it does happen. Police are generally friendly and very professional. | |
==Checkpoints== | ==Checkpoints== | ||
| − | + | Police checkpoints are extreemly common, and are at the entrance or exit to virtually every city. As a foreigner you will be waved through 99% of the time. If not, show your temporary import papers form the border, and you'll be cleared through. | |
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| + | Police are also posted on roads with speed radar guns, and will issue you a ticket for speeding, so follow the limits. | ||
==Traveling with pets== | ==Traveling with pets== | ||
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=Gas price in {{PAGENAME}} and Diesel price in {{PAGENAME}}= | =Gas price in {{PAGENAME}} and Diesel price in {{PAGENAME}}= | ||
| − | '''Last updated: <span style="color:red"> | + | '''Last updated: <span style="color:red">June 2016</span>'''<br /> |
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| − | | <price cost=" | + | | <price cost="10.50" currency="MAD" unit="liter" /> |
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| Diesel | | Diesel | ||
| − | | <price cost=" | + | | <price cost="8.80" currency="MAD" unit="liter" /> |
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==Gas and Diesel Quality== | ==Gas and Diesel Quality== | ||
| − | + | Gasoline appears to be high quality. <br /> | |
''State the sulfur content of diesel, if known.'' | ''State the sulfur content of diesel, if known.'' | ||
=Safety and Security Considerations= | =Safety and Security Considerations= | ||
==Driving at night== | ==Driving at night== | ||
| − | + | Driving at night should be avoided due to hazards on the road and vehicles with no lights. | |
==Vehicle parking== | ==Vehicle parking== | ||
| − | + | Vehicles are very safe on the street, though it never hurts to pay for secure parking overnight. | |
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==Special driving considerations== | ==Special driving considerations== | ||
| − | + | The Rift Mountains are a known marijuana growing region, and it's not advised to drive there at night. | |
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==Security advisories and information== | ==Security advisories and information== | ||
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=Camping in {{PAGENAME}}= | =Camping in {{PAGENAME}}= | ||
| − | + | Paid campsites are extremely plentiful in Morroco. It's very rare for a city to have less than a few options.<br /> | |
| − | + | Campsites usually have a hot shower, bathrooms and shady parking for around <price cost="35" currency="MAD" /> and may have wi-fi and a pool for a cost of around <price cost="100" currency="MAD" /> for two people and one vehicle. | |
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| + | A number of the larger cities also have secure concrete parking lots where you can sleep in your vehicle for around <price cost="80" currency="MAD" />. Tent camping is not allowed in these lots. | ||
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| + | Wild camping is popular in the lesser populated areas of Morocco like the Atlas Mountains or the southern sand dunes. Use your discretion. | ||
==Camping guide books== | ==Camping guide books== | ||
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==Drinking water== | ==Drinking water== | ||
| − | + | Tap water is considered safe to drink, though it's best to filter it when in doubt. | |
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=Navigation= | =Navigation= | ||
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==GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in {{PAGENAME}}== | ==GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in {{PAGENAME}}== | ||
* [http://ioverlander.com/ iOverlander] is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more. | * [http://ioverlander.com/ iOverlander] is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more. | ||
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=Special Overland Travel interests= | =Special Overland Travel interests= | ||
| − | + | * The middle and high Atlas Mountains offer virtually unlimited opportunities for exploration. | |
| + | * The sand dunes at Zagora and Merzouga offer great 4x4ing. | ||
=Vehicle Maintenance= | =Vehicle Maintenance= | ||
Revision as of 06:40, 25 June 2016
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Contents
- 1 Visiting Morocco
- 2 Entering Morocco with a Car or Motorbike
- 3 Driving in Morocco
- 4 Gas price in Morocco and Diesel price in Morocco
- 5 Safety and Security Considerations
- 6 Camping in Morocco
- 7 Navigation
- 8 Special Overland Travel interests
- 9 Vehicle Maintenance
- 10 Buy or sell a car or motorbike in Morocco
- 11 References
- 12 Helpful External links
Visiting Morocco
From beaches to sand dunes to mountains and lakes, Morocco has it all and is considered to be one of the best countries in the world for Overlanding. The people of Morocco are extremely friendly and welcoming.
Entering Morocco with a Car or Motorbike
Correct as of: June 2016
Required Paperwork
(To check if you need a travel Visa for Morocco, application instructions and fees see: Morocco Visa online application at VisaHQ.com)
No special papers are required to enter, except of course for your original Vehicle registration.
You fill out a form at the border, two copies you keep. Process is fast and easy.
Process at border
Here is a detailled write up of the process from late 2015 http://sahara-overland.com/2014/12/27/morocco-documents/
Cost of entry
Free.
Permitted length of stay
Typically three months
Extension of stay
Describe the process to extend the permitted length of entry for the vehicle, if possible.
Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country
Describe if/how a vehicle can be stored, and for how long.
Also mention if the owner / temporary importer can leave the country while the vehicle is in storage.
Exiting with a vehicle
Describe the paperwork requirements and process at the border to exit.
Driving in Morocco
Recommended books for Overlanding in Morocco
Travel insurance for Morocco
World Nomads offer the most flexible Travel Insurance at the best prices for multi-country / multi-year trips. You can buy, extend and claim online, even after you've left home.
Vehicle insurance requirements
Insurance is available at most ports on entry. Tangier Med (New port) has some booths once you've cleared customs. You may be covered by your own insurance, but check first. None of the UK companies I've tried will cover it under your 'green card'.
Cost of vehicle insurance
It's about £45.00 GBP - £60.00 GBP (car) for one months insurance and it's the vehicle that's covered so anyone can drive who holds a full license. Buying two months gets you a third month free.
Where to purchase vehicle insurance
At the port on entry.
Driving license
Your home license is sufficient.
Driving side of road
Right.
RHD vehicles can be driven in Morocco.
Mandatory items in vehicle
State any mandatory items that must be carried in the vehicle. (i.e. safety triangle, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, etc.)
Roads
General Road quality
Road quality varies greatly. Some paved highways are excellent and can be travelled at almost 100km/h, while dirt roads in the mountains can be extremely rough and slow going.
Road signs
Road signs are usually present showing the way and distance to the next major city. Street names are often not signed in cities.
Toll roads
There are toll roads in the West of Morocco, following the coast.
Bribery in Morocco
Birbery is uncommon, though it does happen. Police are generally friendly and very professional.
Checkpoints
Police checkpoints are extreemly common, and are at the entrance or exit to virtually every city. As a foreigner you will be waved through 99% of the time. If not, show your temporary import papers form the border, and you'll be cleared through.
Police are also posted on roads with speed radar guns, and will issue you a ticket for speeding, so follow the limits.
Traveling with pets
List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.
Gas price in Morocco and Diesel price in Morocco
Last updated: June 2016
Currency and unit to display:
| Gasoline Grade | Price |
|---|---|
| Unleaded | د.م10.50 MAD per Liter |
| Diesel | د.م8.80 MAD per Liter |
Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency
There are no fuel shortages in Morocco.
Every town has a gas station so you are as far from fuel as the next town. In the east and mountainous areas that might be some time, as if you go piste driving in the south east. Please note that in the Western Sahara section fuel is considerably cheaper!.
Gas and Diesel Quality
Gasoline appears to be high quality.
State the sulfur content of diesel, if known.
Safety and Security Considerations
Driving at night
Driving at night should be avoided due to hazards on the road and vehicles with no lights.
Vehicle parking
Vehicles are very safe on the street, though it never hurts to pay for secure parking overnight.
Special driving considerations
The Rift Mountains are a known marijuana growing region, and it's not advised to drive there at night.
Security advisories and information
- Country Specific Information - U.S. Department of State
- Travel Reports and Warnings - Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
- Travel advice by country - Foreign and Commonwealth office (U.K.)
- Travel Advice for Morocco - Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Camping in Morocco
Paid campsites are extremely plentiful in Morroco. It's very rare for a city to have less than a few options.
Campsites usually have a hot shower, bathrooms and shady parking for around د.م35.00 MAD and may have wi-fi and a pool for a cost of around د.م100.00 MAD for two people and one vehicle.
A number of the larger cities also have secure concrete parking lots where you can sleep in your vehicle for around د.م80.00 MAD. Tent camping is not allowed in these lots.
Wild camping is popular in the lesser populated areas of Morocco like the Atlas Mountains or the southern sand dunes. Use your discretion.
Camping guide books
List and link to books specifically for camping.
Drinking water
Tap water is considered safe to drink, though it's best to filter it when in doubt.
Paper maps
Reise Know-How are amoung the best paper maps. Purchase paper maps before arriving in Morocco
GPS Maps of Morocco
Tracks4Africa are the undisputed best GPS maps for Africa.
Tracks4Africa is an SD Card for Garmin GPS, and contain Routable turn-by-turn maps with 809,000 kms of roads and over 129,000 points of interest.
GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in Morocco
- iOverlander is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more.
Special Overland Travel interests
- The middle and high Atlas Mountains offer virtually unlimited opportunities for exploration.
- The sand dunes at Zagora and Merzouga offer great 4x4ing.
Vehicle Maintenance
Dealers
4x4s / Trucks
- Toyota Global Dealer Locator
- Land Rover International Dealer Locator
- Mercedes Benz International (select country on bottom right)
- Jeep International site locator
Motorbikes
Local Garages
- Iriki Garage - they specialize in overlanding
- Pneus Bensouda in Fez
Buy or sell a car or motorbike in Morocco
Buy
Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle.
List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.
Sell
Describe how a foreigner can sell a foreign-plated vehicle, or list not possible.'
References
Links to the source of any information - blogs or discussion forums, etc.
Helpful External links
Add any helpful external links here.
- Morocco: Visa and Passport requirements | World Travel Guide
- Health Information for Travelers to Morocco - Center for Disease Control and Prevention
- Morocco travel guides at wikivoyage
- Morocco - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
