Currency

Currency code: MAD

Abbreviation: DH

Which coins: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50

Which notes: 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200

Tips for debit card and cash

You cannot simply get banknotes outside Morocco. It is therefore useful to withdraw some money yourself in Morocco (there are many ATMs). This is cheaper than changing at the airport. It is best if you avoid large notes. It is better to use small money when you go shopping and keep small coins in your pocket for tips, parking and taxis.

You need cash everywhere in the markets, in the medina and in small shops.

You can also pay by credit card in hotels and department stores. Visa and Mastercard are common credit cards. American Express is also often accepted in hotels, which we are very happy to use because of the excellent conditions regarding travel, insurance and outings. If you want this too, take a look here

Banking matters

Omdat Marokko natuurlijk geen Europa is en onder Afrika valt, is het belangrijk dat je eraan denkt voor je reis naar Marokko je bank goed in te stellen. Bij de meeste internetbanken heb je een en ander snel geregeld, maar je zal maar in the middle of nowhere staan zonder internet, moeten tanken en je instellingen niet goed hebben staan (ja ook ons is dat ooit overkomen). Dus, zet je bank even om naar Marokko (voor de tijd dat je er bent). Dan komt het zeker goed!