Travel with Serenity
Morocco is recognized for its stability and hospitality. Here is all the information for a hassle-free stay.
Emergency Numbers
Travel Advice
As everywhere in the world, common sense is your best ally. The violent crime rate is low, but vigilance is required in dense tourist areas.
Vigilance
The "Tourist Police" is very present in major cities (Marrakech, Fez, Tangier) to ensure your safety. Don't hesitate to contact them.
Pickpocketing
Watch your phones and wallets in crowded souks. Wear your bag in front of you.
Fake Guides
Firmly but politely refuse services from unofficial guides in the medinas.
Driving
Be vigilant on the road. Traffic can be chaotic in cities and animals present on rural roads.
Drugs
Consumption and possession of cannabis (Kif) are prohibited and severely punished, despite apparent tolerance in the North.
Common Scams
Nothing dangerous, but often annoying. Here's how to avoid them.
The 'Friendly Tanner'
The Scenario: Someone tells you it's tanner's festival today or the road is closed to take you to their shop.
Taxi price scam
The Scenario: The driver claims the meter is broken.
Forced henna
The Scenario: At Jemaa el-Fna square, they start drawing on your hand without asking then demand payment.
Who Does What?
DGSN (Police)
Urban security, traffic, border police.
Royal Gendarmerie
Rural areas, highways, beaches outside cities.
Auxiliary Forces
Order maintenance, support, building surveillance.
Tourist Brigade
Dedicated to tourist protection and assistance.