What to take in your suitcase to Morocco?

If Morocco is your next stop, I’ll tell you what to pack. Welcome to the country of deserts, the “Tajin”, mosques, camels and labyrinths.

Being a new world to explore, you may wonder what to pack in your suitcase for Morocco, depending on the places to visit and the season in which you are traveling.

In Morocco, you will find a mixture of sounds, the same symphonic band, between the music of the Souks, the voices of the vendors in the streets and the “Adhan” or call to prayer.

If you have not heard of the Souks, I will tell you that they are the heart of the city and life in Morocco, it is its soul. These places are the markets, among which stand out those of Marrakech, Fez and Tangier. Just walking in gives you an olfactory experience ranging from fresh mint, olives and couscous, to grilled meat and a variety of spices.

Morocco is a visual treat, colors and colors everywhere accompanied by religiosity, beliefs and customs.

Precisely for these reasons, the most important thing will be to keep your Internet connection, it is obvious that we love digital travel, update our networks and keep you informed, moreover, you will need a virtual guide through the streets in the form of mazes.

So, prepare a place in your suitcase to Morocco, because you will have to save room for carpets and lamps. And in your suitcase, to have Internet in Morocco, what better alternative than a data card and not paying roaming.

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What to pack in your suitcase to Morocco? Essential things for your trip

I will tell you the essentials to take in your suitcase to Morocco, such as the necessary documentation, travel insurance, data card and the appropriate style of dress, always with decorum, because 98% are Muslims, ie they practice Islam and we must respect their beliefs.

It’s time, get your round-trip plane ticket ready, unless you want to fly back on a carpet.

Documents you need in your luggage to go to Morocco

Visa and passport

Your passport is the necessary documentation in your suitcase to Morocco, it must be valid for at least 6 months. Your legal stay as a tourist in this country is 90 days and a maximum of 6 months per year, that is, you come to Morocco, you can stay only for 3 months, and you can return for another 3 months, thus adding up to 6 months, which is the maximum time allowed. If you want to return to the Moroccan lands you will have to do it until next year.

Spaniards do not need a visa to enter Morocco.

When entering or leaving Morocco, remember to get your passport stamped, fill in a form (available during the flight or at the airport) and hand it in.

 Fact: If it is your first time in Morocco or you have renewed your passport, the police will assign you a number called CIN (123456AA), with these digits you will be identified within Morocco.

Airline tickets and other reservations in Morocco

To purchase your airline tickets and make your reservations for accommodation, guides, among others, you must do so in advance.

The recommended time to travel to Morocco are in the months of March, April, May, September and October, if you want to go to the South, do it from October to February. It is at this time that you should schedule your flight.

Other reservations that you should take in your cabin suitcase to Morocco apart from the airline tickets are:

Reservation of your tour package, include a guide of the area, which will accompany you in each destination and will be your translator.

Booking your accommodation, there are reliable options on the web.

Remember to bring your printed and digital reservations, they are essential in your suitcase to Morocco!

Camel caravan in Merzouga, Morocco. Source: Image by JimboChan on Pixabay.

Technology for a digital nomad traveler in Morocco.

Phone, camera, charger, headphones and power adapter.

“If a picture you want to take, a question you must ask.”

Attentive to tips and restrictions. See what to pack in your suitcase without surprises on your trip to Morocco.

If you are a lover of audiovisual and want to enter with a drone to Morocco, be careful: You must process a request for import of unmanned flying objects through the Ministry Delegate of Foreign Trade with the approval of the Ministry of Interior, you must also have the license for use validated by the Moroccan Civil Aviation Authority.

For more details you can consult the Moroccan Embassy in Madrid.

Tip: First make sure you have all the permits from the Moroccan authorities and then you will be ready to record with your drone those shots that we adventurers love.

A cell phone or a high resolution camera.

Memory cards and extra batteries for your video or photo camera.

Be careful: ask before filming to the small workshops of the artisans, some of them don’t like it because they think “you will steal their spiritual soul” (their talent).

There is no need to buy a power adapter, because the electricity is 220 volts and the plugs are the same as in Spain.

All your chargers: cell phone, laptop, camera, tablet, power bank, among other equipment.

Prohibited: Taking pictures of police, soldiers and any government building, including stations and bridges.

Headphones, to listen to your favorite music, either on the plane or while touring the desert.

Tip: Ask in restaurants or markets what kind of music they listen to, the singers and instruments and create a “Morocco” play list, little by little your list will grow according to the country you travel to and therefore your artistic knowledge.

 Internet connection in Morocco with a SIM card

“Stay connected to the Internet with a SIM card while traveling”.

A data SIM card for Morocco, it is important to keep your Internet connection, a quick and easy solution that should be in your suitcase to Morocco, you can choose between 2GB, 3GB or 5GB of data for 30 days. It uses the mobile network of Orange, Morocco’s leading operator. It allows you to share data with other devices and you have a local phone number to receive calls free of charge.

Like every traveler, we love simple and that’s why the data SIM is great:

 

You keep your WhatsApp number.

Just insert the SIM into your mobile, activate “Data Roaming” and you’re good to go.

Includes local phone number from the Orange network.

Free, shipping is free and you receive it in 72 hours. It also has express delivery in 48 hours and next day express.

The card comes in Micro SIM, Nano SIM or Normal format, i.e. it arrives with an adapter that fits the cell phone.

And to make your life easier, it comes with a key or metal piece so you can open the slot and place the Morocco data SIM.

Share data with other devices like pocket wifi.

24 hours support, stamped with Checked!

#Byebyeroaming, forget about paying to roam, searching for WIFI, moreover I suggest you to compare the alternatives to have Internet in Morocco, being the best option the Holafly Morocco prepaid SIM card.

Spanish-Arabic/French mobile translator

Visiting a country is to learn about its culture and in the case of Morocco, its language, being the official ones: Arabic, Amazigh or Berber and French. However, they also speak Spanish, which is widely spoken in the north and south of the country.

Some precise phrases and words you should learn are:

“As-salaam alaykum”,to greet a friend, who will answer you with “waalaykum as-salaam”.

“Zoco” : market

“iyah” : yes

“lla” : no

“Rally brief” : too expensive. Ideal to start a negotiation, in the country of bargaining.

“Shukran” : thank you.

The guide you hire will be your translator.

Some alternatives, apart from Google Translate:

Spanish Arabic Translator (Android)

iTranslate Voice (IOS)

TripLingo (IOS/Android)

Local currency and a bank card

Where to exchange euros for dirhams before traveling to Morocco?

It is not possible to exchange euros for dirhams before traveling to Morocco, as the dirham is not convertible abroad.

Changing currency on arrival in Morocco

Our only option is to exchange currency upon arrival in Morocco, the exchange of euros for dirhams can be done at all airports and hotels, keep the receipt! (exchange slip).

This exchange sheet is very important because when we leave, we can ask for the exchange of Moroccan dirhams (MAD) for euros (export of foreign currency) up to 30% of the total exchange.

If you are going to change at the airport, I recommend you to take out just enough, as they usually do not offer the best price, then in the city of destination the rest of the money, there are exchange offices or exchange houses in any street.

The national currency is the Dirham, divided into 100 cents.

International bank card without commissions

 International bank cards without commissions are accepted in hotels, restaurants and commerce, they accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club, being my favorite and the most recommended to carry in your suitcase, the following:

N26 card, free and without commissions. It is Mastercard.

BNext, is VISA. You get this card by downloading the application and it is delivered to your home, you can withdraw up to 500 € per month for free.

Revolut, it is free, through the app it informs us of the expenses we have by sections, to keep a proper statistics. It is VISA.

However, the use of cards to make payments is not widespread except in places of a certain category, the ideal is to have cash.

You can pay with card in :

Restaurants and hotels of a certain level.

Some hotels and riads

Stores or franchises.

Airports.

Large food stores.

You cannot pay with card in:

Grocery stores.

Cabs, buses and trains.

Most restaurants and cafes.

Street stalls and markets.

Stores selling shoes, clothes, gifts, etc.

Tobacco shops.

How to enjoy a safe trip to Morocco?

Medical insurance

To enjoy Morocco is preferable to take out medical insurance, although it is one of the countries with lower health risks, medical care and treatment has a high cost. Add it to your list of what to bring in your suitcase.

Morocco in the health sector generally offers you good conditions. You can resort to private clinics where you will have excellent professionals trained in Spain or France, this is in the case of major cities, however, in smaller cities, rural, health facilities are inferior, poorly implemented and with few health personnel.

Fact: If it is an extreme case of emergency, you may be hospitalized, but preferably you will be sent back to your place of origin.

I suggest you to exaggerate sanitary measures:

Wash fruits several times.

Regarding drinks, opt for bottled water in the big cities and in the lodgings.

Be attentive at the moment of crossing the runway.

I do not recommend:

Buy food from street stalls and roadside stands.

Avoid eating salads.

Insurance should cover all the activities you are going to do during your stay in Morocco, including adventure sports, and IATI or InterMundial are good options to take in your suitcase to Morocco.

The first cause of health care is traffic accidents.

Travel insurance with cancellation and return

Choose a travel insurance with cancellation and return, against unforeseen situations, that is to say that when canceled, it can reimburse you a higher percentage. Cases such as:

Missed flights.

Work or family emergencies that force you to return earlier than planned.

Lost or delayed luggage.

Vaccinations in Morocco

There are no mandatory vaccinations to enter Morocco. However, it is advisable to be vaccinated against Tuberculosis and Hepatitis A, B, Typhoid Fever, Tetanus, Diphtheria, according to the recommendations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

If you get vaccinated you should do it two weeks before traveling.

Useful telephone numbers in Morocco

I offer you a list of telephone numbers of interest in Morocco:

Police in cities nationwide: 19

Gendarmerie in rural areas: 177

In case of fire: 15

Maroc-Telecom information: 160

Ambulances:

SAMU: +212 (0)537 73 73 73 73

SOS MÉDECINS: +212 (0)537 77 73 73 33

Main Hospitals and Clinics:

Casablanca:

Hôpital Cheikh Khalifa Ibn Zaid : +212 (0)529 00 44 88

Clinique Badr: +212 (0)522 49 28 00

Rabat:

Hôpital Cheikh Zaid : +212 (0)537 68 68 68 68

Clinique des Nations Unies: +212 (0)537 67 05 05

Fez:

Clinique des Spécialités Ryad: + 212 (0)559 60 00 00

Marrakech:

Polyclinique Du Sud: + 212 (0)524 42 57 50

Tangier:

Clinique Assalam: + 212 (0)539 32 25 25 58

Representation of Spain-Consulates General:

Agadir: +212 (0)528 84 57 10

Casablanca: +212 (0)522 22 07 52

Larache: +212 (0)539 91 33 02

Nador: +212 (0)536 60 61 36

Rabat: +212 (0)537 68 74 70

Tangier: +212 (0)661 20 21 35

Tetouan: +212 (0)539 70 39 84

Rabat: +212 (0)537 63 39 00

Source: exteriores.gob.es

Suitcase first aid kit for Morocco

Due to the combination of abundant spices in its gastronomy, the most common illness is stomach infections, which you should foresee in your first aid kit when preparing the list of things to take in your suitcase to Morocco:

Antidiarrheals, in prevention of intestinal disorders.

Ibuprofen.

Paracetamol.

Gauze, adhesive tape.

Repellent.

Sunscreen, being a country surrounded by deserts, solar radiation is high and you need protection at all times, regardless of the season in which you travel.

“Travel protected, travel happy”.

What clothes to pack for Morocco? Shoes, scarves and other accessories

Choose your wardrobe by destination and season of the year

To choose your wardrobe you should take into account the destination or tourist route to be made. It will also depend on the season of the year. I’ll tell you what to pack for Morocco.

Although it is a very warm country, if it is not summer season, at night it cools down, especially in the desert and on the coast.

When you enter the first souk, especially if it is the one in Marrakech, you will not want to leave, I will see you as a Moroccan.

Remember: Always be prepared to bargain and never pay more than a third of what the seller is asking.

Grab your hand luggage and here’s the look for Morocco:

Light jacket: always great to have on hand in the evenings.

Comfortable pants and T-shirts: As they are interchangeable garments you can create different looks.

Long dress: For touring the streets of Morocco.

 If you are traveling in religious or rural areas, both men and women should dress prudently: legs and shoulders covered, out of respect for their customs.

Bathing suit: If you travel to the coastal area.

Windbreaker: For windy areas such as Essaouira.

Night coat: The temperature usually drops quite a lot in the Atlas area.

Sunglasses, scarf or cap: Indispensable when you go to the desert.

I recommend wearing a scarf, because besides being a traditional accessory you will look great in the photos.

Comfortable and versatile footwear

Comfortable and versatile footwear is what we need to travel To Morocco, because it is impossible to be paralyzed, our pace is agile and our feet need to be connected to our mind.

Sneakers, tennis shoes or sneakers: Essential to wear closed shoes in the desert, to walk around Marrakech or visit Kasbahs.

Sandals attached to the foot: When you go to visit other places in Morocco, such as the medinas.

Tip: To save space in your suitcase, you can take one pair of shoes and another in your luggage to Morocco.

Toiletry bag and sewing kit

A toiletry bag gives you freedom and cleanliness wherever you go:

Moisturizer, soap and deodorant.

Shampoo, conditioner.

Toothpaste, toothbrush.

Wet wipes.

Daily protectors and sanitary napkins (if you are a traveler).

Perfume and cologne.

A sewing kit in your luggage to Morocco, accidents happen and there is nothing a needle and thread can’t fix.

Fact: You can carry a maximum of 10 bottles of 100 ml each in your hand luggage to Morocco.

Ideal complements for your trip to Morocco

Travel guides and contracted excursions

Due to the prohibitions, customs, and beliefs that Morocco presents, it is ideal to have a travel guide from an agency or to have access to hired excursions, so that your trip is relaxing.

The guide will be your weapon of communication, to tell you the latest details and warn you of every strange detail, remember that their culture is different.

The contracted excursions or also called tourist services must be certified. They plan your destinations and the access to their attractions.

Every country is an opportunity to explore, take pictures, record, and write, activities that I love, and for you to do it the same way here, give a visit to what to see and do in Morocco.

Remember to carry in your carry-on bag to Morocco the reservations of these services, both printed and digital.

And to know better this country, we show you what are the 10 most beautiful cities in Morocco?

Rest kit

Be prepared from the plane for a change of culture and relaxation, so put in your hand luggage to Morocco a rest kit:

Neck pillow, is ideal to leave the stress in your home country.

An eye mask and ear cover, to dream of your destination.

“Recharge your energies because you will need them in the desert and in the souks”.

Books

I recommend paperbacks, they are small and perfect in your cabin suitcase to Morocco.

There are digital books, but remember to save your battery.

Themes of your choice, however, make sure they are not about wars, drama or action because I want you to be happy in Morocco:

Books of positive thoughts.

Beliefs and religiosity of Morocco.

You can have a pocket translator and there you can find the most used words to feel like a Moroccan.

Packing cubes, backpacks and folding bags

Packing cubes are a blessing, advantages: organized cabin suitcase, good distribution and airtightness.

Packing cubes are our cleaning companions, they save space and allow a quick search when arriving in Morocco.

It is also essential to bring:

Backpack: “Backpacker type” or rigid wheeled suitcase, with both options you are going to travel comfortably.

Small bags, kangaroos, or koalas: Put what you need to have on hand, mobile, passport, money, cards and your water.

Foldable bag: Your perfect ally in the world of the Zoos.

Each bag fulfills its specific function to move whether in the city, rural areas, coastal areas or in the desert.

Notebook and pen

Believe it or not, a notebook and pen can be a life saver.

While a translator is a great help, it is important that you can get by knowing certain phrases that I mentioned earlier in the “Translator” section, which you can write down in your notebook and feel free.

Important to write down contact numbers, accounts and addresses.

Also, the streets of Morocco are surrounded by monkeys and cats. Personally I like to write reflections on life, so why not do it focusing on these beautiful animals as the main topic.

What to take in the cabin suitcase to go to Morocco?

Pass through customs without having to declare, I help you with the question of what to take in my cabin suitcase to go to Morocco:

Clothes, medicines, toilet kit, rest kit, sewing kit, make-up and shoes.

Digital camera, video camera, cell phone, tablet, laptop.

Headphones, chargers, adapters, books, notebook and pen.

Printed and digitally backed documents (reservations, insurance).

Passport.

No limit on foreign currency, bank bills, credit or debit cards or other means of payment in foreign currency.

A maximum of 2000 dirhams (DH) before entry.

Export is allowed up to a maximum of 2 000 DH.

Avoid carrying these items:

Plants and plant products that may carry pests, being dangerous to Morocco’s flora.

Weapons and ammunition.

Printed, audio or video content contrary to morality and public order.

Turn your suitcase into luggage with a green seal

It is ideal to turn your suitcase into luggage with a green seal, an eco-friendly trip to Morocco:

Cloth bags, we have in different designs, you take care of the environment and you look super fashionable.

Digital eSIM card.

Digital documents.

Water bottle, bring a reusable thermos.

Cloth towels, not disposable towels.

You already have your suitcase packed, it’s time to go and try the “Tajin”, ride through the Sahara on a camel! and don’t forget to say: Shukran.