Here you'll find essential details on currency exchange rates, weather conditions, electricity specifications, and important contact numbers to keep in mind during your stay.
In Morocco, the official languages are Arabic and Berber. However, due to its history of French colonization and its position as a major tourist destination, French and English are commonly spoken in touristic areas and cities like Casablanca, Marrakesh, and Fez.
Morocco is on permanent Daylight Saving Time (DST) most of the year (UTC+1).
In Morocco, the electricity supply is 220 volts, similar to other European countries. The socket type is standard Type C and E (European) with two round prongs. Some hotelsmay provide sockets compatible with North American-style 120 volts, 60 Hz plugs, but this is less common.
Casablanca is known for its mild Mediterranean climate with cool Atlantic currents that are primarily responsible for the moderate weather.
Summers (between July and September) are warm and dry, while winters (between November and February) are mild and rainy. The temperatures in Casablanca in May ranges from 14°C (57°F) to 21°C (70°F), with an average of 17°C (64°F) .
Banks in Casablanca are generally open from 8:30 to 15:45, Monday to Friday.
The currency of Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham, abbreviated as MAD. In Morocco, banknotes are available in 20, 50, 100, and 200 dirhams. Circulating coins include 1, 2, 5, and 10 dirhams.
As exchange rates can fluctuate, it's best to check with a reliable currency exchange source for the most accurate conversion rates. You can use online currency converters or check with local banks or exchange offices for current rates.
- Country code: +212
- Directory enquiries: 160
- Police: 190 or 112 from mobile phones.
- Gendarmerie Royale: 177 (police outside the cities)
- Ambulance: 150
- Fire brigade: 15
- SOS Medecins 24/24: 05 22 98 98 98
- Anti-poison center: 081 00 01 80 (for any exposure to poison such as snake or scorpion bites) www.capm.ma
- Pasteur Institute for vaccinations: 05 22 26 20 26 (www.pasteur.ma)
- Mondial Assistance: 05 22 97 47 47 (international travelinsurance)
- Train station info: 08 90 20 30 40 (www.oncf.ma)
- National airport office: 05 22 53 90 40 / 05 22 53 91 40 (www.onda.ma/onda/an)