Sobre Marruecos

TRAVEL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATION:

Sobre Marruecos

Documentation and visas:

Passport: To enter Morocco, a valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months is required. The maximum legal stay for tourists is 6 months per year and no more than 90 days in any 6-month period. If you wish to extend your stay, please contact the appropriate police department.


Visas: Spanish citizens do not require a visa to visit the country for tourism.


List of countries whose citizens do not require a visa to travel to Morocco:


Algeria, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Argentina, Andorra, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China, Cyprus, Democratic Republic of Congo, South Korea, Ivory Coast, Croatia, Denmark, Spain, Estonia, United Arab Emirates, United States, Slovakia, Slovenia, Philippines, Finland, France, United Kingdom, Greece, Guinea (Conakry), Hungary, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mali, Malta, Monaco, Mexico, Niger, Norway, New Zealand, Oman, Netherlands, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Czech Republic, Romania, Senegal, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Türkiye, Venezuela.


Important note: Regarding visas for travel to Morocco:

The Moroccan consulates and embassies in Spain only issue visas to foreigners residing in Spain. Therefore, if you are not a resident of Spain, you must apply for your Moroccan visa at the embassy or consulate of your country of residence, or at the embassy or consulate of the country closest to your habitual residence, if there is no such embassy or consulate in your country.


Vaccines:

Mandatory: None.

Recommended: Tuberculosis.

For more information, see the following page website of the Ministry of Health, Social Services and Equality.


health:

Las condiciones sanitarias en Marruecos son, en general, correctas. En las principales ciudades se puede recurrir, en caso de necesidad, a clínicas privadas donde se contará con buenos profesionales formados con frecuencia en España o Francia.

Other Important Recommendations:

TRAVEL RECOMMENDATIONS :

• Entry into Moroccan territory by vehicle is reflected in the applicant's individual police record, so it is recommended to always leave with the same vehicle used for entry, unless there is a well-founded reason for the vehicle's stay in Morocco. Furthermore, if entering Morocco using a vehicle you do not own, you must have a transfer document duly validated by the Moroccan Diplomatic or Consular Representation in Spain.

•If you want to venture into the desert and isolated areas, it's a good idea to be well-equipped and hire the services of a reliable guide who knows the region well.

•It's important to purchase reliable travel insurance at your destination that includes medical assistance and repatriation, which can be very expensive. If traveling by car, it should preferably be insured with the maximum possible coverage.

•If you wish to travel to Morocco with a pet, we recommend consulting the Moroccan regulations regarding admission and the current European regulations for return to Spain (EC Regulation No. 998/2003), given the existence of isolated outbreaks of rabies in Morocco.

•You may not enter Morocco with any type of weapon (unless you have obtained a permit). You may not, under any circumstances, enter with ammunition, which, if applicable, must be purchased in the country.

•No drones of any kind, even for recreational purposes, may enter the country without prior authorization.



BEHAVIORAL RECOMMENDATIONS:

• DRUGS: Possession of any type of drug, even for personal use, is punishable in Morocco, regardless of the classification established for drug trafficking. Penalties for drug use can range from one month to five years in prison, depending on repeat offenses, in addition to an administrative fine of 1,200 DH and another fine imposed by customs, the amount of which varies according to the value of the seized drugs. For drug trafficking, penalties range from five to 30 years in prison, depending on the circumstances and whether the defendant is a repeat offender, in addition to the aforementioned fines. Moroccan authorities generally require full payment of the fines imposed as a precondition for considering requests for the transfer of prisoners to Spain, in compliance with the existing bilateral treaty on the matter.


•It is important to know that, according to current legislation, homosexual relationships may be subject to criminal prosecution.

•If you violate current Moroccan law, which would result in a complaint being filed with the corresponding local authority, the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends immediately contacting the nearest Spanish Consulate or the nearest European Union Consulate.

•The highway network is good, and their condition is quite acceptable. All highways are toll roads.


Addresses and telephone numbers of interest:

Numbers of Interest :
  • POLICE TELEPHONE NUMBER IN NATIONAL CITIES: 19
  • RURAL GENDARMERIE TELEPHONE: 177
  • FIRE PHONE: 15
  • MAROC-TELECOM INFORMATION PHONE: 160
  • AMBULANCE PHONES :

SAMU: 0537737373

SOS DOCTORS: 0537777333

EMBASSY OF SPAIN IN RABAT:

Currencies:

La moneda nacional es el dirham, dividido en 100 céntimos.


El Banco Central fija diariamente la cotización del dirham respecto a las principales divisas extranjeras.

SOBRE MARRUECOS :

Basic data:

General characteristics:

Official Name:
Al Mamlaka al Maghribiya (Kingdom of Morocco)
Surface: 446,550 km².
Population:
33,848,000. (2014 Census, Plan, Government of Morocco)
Capital: Rabat
Other cities: Casablanca, Fez, Marrakech, Salé, Tangier, Meknes, Agadir, Tetouan.
Language: Arabic and Amazigh (official), French and Spanish
Religion: 99.4% Muslims, 0.4% Christians, 0.1% Jews and 0.1% other religions.
Currency: Moroccan Dirham (1 € = 10.6 DH)
Form of State:
Democratic, parliamentary and social constitutional monarchy.
Administrative division:
In application of the Decree of February 5, 2015. 12 administrative regions:
1. Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
2. Oriental
3. Fez-Meknes
4. Rabat – Sale - Kenitra
5. Beni Mellal - Khenifra
6. Casablanca - Settat
7. Marrakech - Safi
8. Draa - Tafilalet
9. Souss - Massa
10. Guelmin – Oued Noun
11. El Aaioun – Saguia El Hamra
12. Dakhla – Oued Ed Dahab

Geography :

The Kingdom of Morocco is located in the northwest corner of the African continent. It is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Atlantic Ocean to the east.
west, Mauritania to the south, and Algeria to the east. Its coastline, desert, and the Atlas Mountains define its most defining geographical configuration and climate.
This is Mediterranean in the north, in the northern area adjacent to the massif of
Rif (offshoot of the Atlas Mountains); oceanic to the west; subtropical in the area
south near the ocean; continental in the central area of the Anti-Atlas; mountainous,
in the Atlas Mountains; and desert in the Sahara region, both in the east and south of the country.
The main rivers of the country are: Draâ, Sebu, Muluya, Oum Errabia, Tensift, Suss
and Lukkus.
In the Atlantic region, due to its oceanic climate, rainfall is abundant. In the rest of the country, the climate is dry and rainfall is scarce.
In the continental zone, temperatures can reach very high levels in the months
in summer (it is relatively common to reach 50º in the shade in the
city of Marrakech). The temperatures are also very high at that time of year.
Daytime temperatures in the Sahara (southern provinces). On the coast, temperatures are moderate.
Since the Atlas reaches very high altitudes, even above 4000
meters, the temperatures there can be, especially in winter, very low,
Even at night, temperatures can reach minus 20 degrees Celsius. At that time of year, snow
It is usually very abundant in the mountain range.

Culture :

Morocco is a country of multiethnic groups with a rich culture and civilization. Throughout its history, it has received visitors from the east (Phoenicians, Jews, and Arabs), the south (inhabitants of sub-Saharan Africa), and the north (Romans and Vandals), all of whom have impacted Morocco's social structure. Different religions also coexist in the country, such as Islam, Judaism, and Christianity.
Each region has its own unique characteristics, contributing to the national culture. Morocco has made the protection of its diversity and the preservation of its cultural heritage one of its main priorities.

Some Traditions and customs:
  • Tea is drunk at all hours and it is common to share the drink with guests and even strangers, it is a sign of hospitality.
  • In greetings, it is common to ask about the health and well-being of all family members. Greetings are always made with the right hand.
  • Don't be surprised to see men holding hands on the streets; this is a sign of friendship and is very common.
  • The family is absolutely sacred in Morocco. Admiration and respect for the elderly is paramount.

Moroccan Arabic:
Some phrases and words in Moroccan Arabic

 Saludos:

 Español =================== Árabe marroquí
Buenos días..................................Salamu alikum
 
Buenas tardes........................................Msa Ljir

Hola...........................................................Ahlan

Buenas noches...........Layla saida /Tesbah ala jer
 
Adiós......................................................Bslama

Ahora.........................................................Daba
 
Después.............................................Men baed
   
Sí.....................................................ayeh / N'am
   
 No ...............................................................La 
 
Por favor! ................................m'n fadlek / Afak 
 
Gracias...............................................Shoukran

De nada ............................Bla ymil / La shukran

Cerca..........................................................Krib

Lejos.........................................................Ba'id

Mucho......................................................Bezaf

Nada.........................................................Ualu

Bien, gracias ....Bi-jair, shukran / Labas, Shukran

Gracias a Dios ............................Al Hamdu lilah

¡Discúlpeme! .....................................smeh liya

¡Feliz año nuevo! .............................Sana Saída

¡Feliz cumpleaños! ......................Id milad Saíd

¡Felices fiestas! ......................Mabruk lauacher

¡Felicidades!.........................................Mabruk

Me llamo ....................................... Smiti / Ismi

Mesa.......................................................Tabla

     

 Referencias temporales y Numeros: 

Time references:

Spanish ============= Moroccan Arabic
Yesterday ................................................................ Elbareh
Today..................................................................Elyum
Tomorrow ................................................................Gadda
Now..................................................................Daba
After.......................................................Men baad
This afternoon ........................................... Had la'chiya
Tonight.................................................... .Had lilac

 Números :
Español ========Árabemarroquí
Uno ...........................................................Wahd
Dos................................................................Yuy
Tres............................................................Talata
Cuatro.................................................... Arbaa
Cinco ..................................................... Jamsa
Seis............................................................  Sita
Siete .................................................  .. Sabaa
Ocho ....................................................Tamania
Nueve ..................................................   Tisaa

Días de la semana :
Lunes ........................................................Tnin  
Martes .......................................................Tlat  
Miércoles ............................................Larbae  
Jueves ...............................................Lakhmis  
Viernes ...................................................Yum'a  
Sábado ......................................................Sabt  
Domingo .................................................Lhad


Café / Restaurante:

Coffee :

Spanish ============= Moroccan Arabic

Breakfast ......................................................Ftur
Lunch ......................................................Where
Price ............................................................Asha
Agua .............................................................Elma
Tea .....................................................................Liver
Café .................................................................Cahua
Leche ..............................................................Helib
John leche................................................... Belhlib
Zumo…………………………………………………….Asir
Would you like something to drink?
Vaso.......................................................................Cash
Is there water? ...........................................what l'ma?
Hay Zumo ?.......................................Kayn L'asir?
Chocolate…………………………………………….. Chocolate
Sugar............................................................Sugar
The account, please!.............the account mn fadlak

 Restaurante :

Spanish =========Moroccan Arabic
Do you want to eat?...............Takol chi haha?
Food ...............................................Makla
Cena.......................................................Lacha
The menu, please!........... The cart afak
Meat......................................................Meat
Pescado.......................................................Join
potatoes.......................................................b'dad
Vegetables..................................................ljodra
Eggs.......................................................Lbid
Frito / Frita .....................Eat / Eat
Pan............................................................The jobs
Butter .......................................... Toothpick
Liver...................................................Liver
Salad ..............................................chlada
Dessert .................................................... Water
Knife ............................................... Mus
Holder ......................................... Fork
Spoon ................................................ M'alka
Hot / Cold ...................... Sjun / Bard

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