Morocco Travel FAQs
Visa rules, currency, best time to visit, transport, safety, and how MaJourneys' pay-on-arrival booking works — answers for first-time and returning travelers to Morocco.
Citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, European Union, Canada, Australia, and many other countries can enter Morocco visa-free for stays up to 90 days. A passport valid for at least six months from your entry date is required. Travelers from other nationalities should consult the nearest Moroccan consulate for current visa requirements before booking.
The local currency is the Moroccan dirham (MAD). MaJourneys uses a pay-on-arrival model — you reserve online for free and settle directly with the local provider on the day, in cash (MAD) or by card where accepted. Major hotels, riads, and restaurants accept Visa and Mastercard; small souks, taxis, and remote operators are cash-preferred.
The most pleasant months are March–May (spring) and September–November (autumn), with mild temperatures across cities and the Atlas Mountains. Summer (June–August) is hot inland — especially in Marrakech and the desert — but ideal for Atlantic-coast destinations like Essaouira and Agadir. December–February brings cooler days and snow in the High Atlas, perfect for trekking or quieter medina exploration.
Modern Standard Arabic and Amazigh (Berber) are the two official languages. Darija, the Moroccan Arabic dialect, is the spoken everyday language. French is widely used in cities, business, and tourism; English is increasingly common with younger Moroccans and in tourist areas. MaJourneys guides operate in English, French, Arabic, and Amazigh on request.
Morocco is one of North Africa's safest destinations and welcomes over 13 million visitors per year. Standard travel precautions apply: keep valuables secure in medinas, agree on taxi fares before departure, and use registered guides. Solo female travelers visit comfortably with sensible dress at religious sites. The 24/7 tourist police hotline is 19 from any phone in Morocco.
Cities are connected by ONCF trains (Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, Marrakech, Tangier) and the Al Boraq high-speed line between Tangier and Casablanca. CTM and Supratours run intercity buses to smaller towns. Within cities, petits taxis are metered for short rides; grands taxis run shared inter-city routes. MaJourneys can arrange private transfers and driver-guides between any two cities.
Pack modest layered clothing — long sleeves and trousers are appreciated in medinas, religious sites, and rural areas, while shorts are fine at coastal resorts. Bring a light jacket year-round for desert nights and mountain altitude. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for medina cobblestones. Sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, and a scarf (useful in mosques and the Sahara) round out the essentials.
We're a Morocco-based concierge connecting travelers directly with verified local providers. Reserving online is free; you pay the operator on the day in cash or by card where accepted. This keeps more of your spending in the local economy, avoids foreign-card processing fees, and lets you confirm the experience meets your expectations before settling. Our team coordinates every booking via WhatsApp.
Yes. Because no payment is taken upfront, cancelling is free and takes seconds — message us on WhatsApp or use the link in your confirmation email. We ask for at least 24 hours' notice when possible so the local provider can re-allocate the slot. Last-minute changes (date, group size, pickup point) are usually accommodated when you message us early.