Morocco is on GMT/UTC

Classical Arabic is the official language. The Moroccan dialect form of Arabic is in everyday use, along with the Berber dialects spoken in the Rif, the Atlas and the Souss. Most Moroccans involved in tourism speak fluent French, along with some English.

Morocco’s climate is influenced by the Atlantic, which brings cool, moist winds in winter and sea mist to the southern coast even in summer. Most of the country has four distinct seasons – a short, cool, wet winter; a short warm spring (March to April); and a long, hot summer ending with a short, dry autumn. In Tangier, the climate is Mediterranean, with temperatures reaching a high of around 35ºC (95ºF) in mid-summer and falling as low as 15ºC (59ºCF) in winter. Further south, maximum temperatures can climb to more than 40ºC (74ºF) in the Sahara, plummeting close to freezing at night.

You won't need high and heavy mountain boots unless you go in coldest time of the year like February: it's quite warm in the country even when it's heavy raining in November. Even in medinas, streets are paved if not asphalted--just be sure your footwear is not toeless in medina, as it may be dirty or unsanitary.

For trekking in valleys, low trekking shoes will be likely enough.

For a desert trip to dunes, ensure your pockets can be easily shaked out as sand gets there really fast.

Unlike many Muslim countries, Morocco has a Monday-Friday, European-style working week. Friday, the holiest day of the Muslim week, is not an official day off, but public and private sector companies allow their employees an extended Friday lunch break to attend midday prayers.

In the Medina, usually the traditionally minded heart of each town, most shops close Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

220V AC in newer buildings, 110V in most places in the medina and smaller towns and villages. Plugs are European-style two-pin.

If time is your enemy and you've got a bit cash to splash about, consider the occasional internal flight to make the most of this land. Morocco's Office National des Chemins de Fer (ONCF) operates one of the most modern rail systems in Africa, linking most of the main centers. The trains are generally comfortable, fast and a better option than the buses - if only because sleeping cars are available for many overnight trips. Lines go as far south as Marrakech. But if you miss the train, the buses are by no means a last-ditch option. The bus network is dense and efficient in most areas. Renting is not cheap in Morocco, but deals can be struck with the smaller dealers. Petrol (gas) is available pretty much everywhere. Take note that Moroccan roads are festooned with police and customs roadblocks.

The bigger cities have public bus services and the average ticket price is about Dr2. Petits taxis are a common sight in most cities and major towns. They're licensed to carry up to three passengers and can be a useful way to avoid heat exhaustion and/or hustlers.

Moroccan Dirham (MAD)

No Immunizations are usually required for entry. Those arriving directly from southern Africa may require proof of immunization against yellow fever. The doctor may recommend immunization against typhoid, tetanus, hepatitis and meningitis.

Passports must be valid for at least six months after date of entry. Citizens of EU countries, USA, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand do not need visas for stays of less than 90 days. South African and Zimbabwean citizens need visas.
Visa Requirements

Nationals of certain countries can visit Morocco for up to three months without a visa but will need to be granted a work visa or permit to take up employment.

National from the following countries do not need a visa for visits of up to 90 days:

Germany Saudi Arabia Argentina Australia Austria Bahreïn Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Congo (Popular Republic) South Korea Côte.d`ivoire Denmark Espagne+Andore States of the Plain Arab Emirates The United States of America Finland France + Monaco The United Kingdom Greece Guinea (Conakry) Hungary Indonesia Ireland Iceland Italy Japan Kuwait Libya Liechtenstein Luxembourg Mali Malta Mexico Niger Norway New Zealand Oman Netherlands Peru The Philippines Puerto Rico Qatar Romania (unilateral deferment of the agreement) Senegal Singapore (Thirty days) Sweden Switzerland Tunisia Turkey Venezuela

Nationals from countries not mentioned above will need a visa to visit Morocco

To apply for visas please contact your nearest Moroccan Embassy or Consulate or download application form from The Ministry Of Foreign Affairs Morocco Web Site