Abe123
American expat in Morocco
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Registration: 28 March 2019
Advice on buying a riad in Marrakech by tommymanchester
Hi, I am hoping to get some advice here regarding investing in a riad in Marrakech. I am looking to purchase a modest 3 bedroom riad, somewhere in the medina. It will be a holiday home for my own private use a couple of months a year, and then short ...
@Tami PoostpasandLet鈥檚 be realistic Tami. $100K will get you no Riad in the big cities in Morocco. A hole in the ground, close to Jmaa Al-Fna, maybe.If you just want to live in Morocco using your pension; $100K will get you a two-bedroom in ... Read More
Advice on buying a riad in Marrakech by tommymanchester
Hi, I am hoping to get some advice here regarding investing in a riad in Marrakech. I am looking to purchase a modest 3 bedroom riad, somewhere in the medina. It will be a holiday home for my own private use a couple of months a year, and then short ...
@Abe123@Abe123 Hi Abe, great input thank you. Is the low cost of living really worth it?Can affordability justify the everyday"eye-sore" scenes of poverty. I am specifically referring to desperate beggars, dirty streets, chaotic and risky behaviors ... Read More
Ever hired a Private Investigator to check on Moroccan love interest? by ThatOneGirl
You know the deal, yes online... and to be honest the red flags started showing up pretty quickly- He asked me to be his girlfriend in like 5 days and told me he loved me in 10, I'm 12 years older etc. As did my rationalizations like "Well, I LOOK ...
You know the deal, yes online... and to be honest the red flags started showing up pretty quickly- He asked me to be his girlfriend in like 5 days and told me he loved me in 10, I'm 12 years older etc. As did my rationalizations like "Well, I LOOK ... Read More
Advice on buying a riad in Marrakech by tommymanchester
Hi, I am hoping to get some advice here regarding investing in a riad in Marrakech. I am looking to purchase a modest 3 bedroom riad, somewhere in the medina. It will be a holiday home for my own private use a couple of months a year, and then short ...
Hi, I am hoping to get some advice here regarding investing in a riad in Marrakech. I am looking to purchase a modest 3 bedroom riad, somewhere in the medina. It will be a holiday home for my own private use a couple of months a year, and then short ... Read More
No Profession Residency? by GuestPoster410
Hi, Might girlfriend works for an english school in Marrakech and I'm just wondering if it's possible to get a long term visa as a no profession or am I better off just leaving and coming back every 3 months? I know how to go about getting ...
No .. extentions are allowed in Morocco now under the new law.鈥斺�斺�斺��- For one time, totalling to a 6-month stay. Then one must go out and stay out of the country for six months before returning, assuming it鈥檚 a ... Read More
No Profession Residency? by GuestPoster410
Hi, Might girlfriend works for an english school in Marrakech and I'm just wondering if it's possible to get a long term visa as a no profession or am I better off just leaving and coming back every 3 months? I know how to go about getting ...
They no longer extend visas. Either you leave every 3 months, or you apply for residency. Unless you have employment in morocco, married to someone who has a legal right to be here, or you have a business here. You must show them what reason you ... Read More
Divorce in Morocco by Mister Ad
Im a Swedish citizen just before corona, I married with a Moroccan girl. We have never lived together or something. The idea was that she would move to me to Sweden. Meanwhile, we realized that were not right for each other. Is there anyone here ...
Hi Abe, Its quite unfair to categorise people like this. Every country has the same issue not just Morocco. It happens more in Africa and Asia along with Central America. But it does not mean we target just one group or one country. I agree about ... Read More
Divorce in Morocco by Mister Ad
Im a Swedish citizen just before corona, I married with a Moroccan girl. We have never lived together or something. The idea was that she would move to me to Sweden. Meanwhile, we realized that were not right for each other. Is there anyone here ...
Im a Swedish citizen just before corona, I married with a Moroccan girl. We have never lived together or something. The idea was that she would move to me to Sweden. Meanwhile, we realized that were not right for each other. Is there anyone here ... Read More
No Profession Residency? by GuestPoster410
Hi, Might girlfriend works for an english school in Marrakech and I'm just wondering if it's possible to get a long term visa as a no profession or am I better off just leaving and coming back every 3 months? I know how to go about getting ...
They no longer extend visas. Either you leave every 3 months, or you apply for residency. Unless you have employment in morocco, married to someone who has a legal right to be here, or you have a business here. You must show them what reason you ... Read More
Divorce in Morocco by Mister Ad
Im a Swedish citizen just before corona, I married with a Moroccan girl. We have never lived together or something. The idea was that she would move to me to Sweden. Meanwhile, we realized that were not right for each other. Is there anyone here ...
Im a Swedish citizen just before corona, I married with a Moroccan girl. We have never lived together or something. The idea was that she would move to me to Sweden. Meanwhile, we realized that were not right for each other. Is there anyone here ... Read More
USA male getting married in Morocco by Smohamed61
Hi can someone tell me how do I write a proof of religious denomination for Moroccan marriage. Do I have to write it or I have to ask my mosque for it. Thanks for your help.
Of course he is serious about you. 鈥our money 鈥our GreenCard sponsorship 鈥our assets a in the USA (or in Morocco if you have some). Only when he is financially independant, with a stable job and holding a U.S. Passport then ... Read More
Non-convertible bank account by laweli4729
My Moroccan dad died a couple of days ago and I need a "non-convertible" Moroccan bank account to get a refund from the Moroccan insurance company with regards to the funeral costs-- which I paid for in full. Will I be able to transfer ...
Some foreigners need local bank account in Morocco. We have properties to maintain, pay direct-debit in water+electricity+Wifi, to pay our maid in advance, to pay property tax etc etc. Western Union alone would not work for these purposes. Read More
Non-convertible bank account by laweli4729
My Moroccan dad died a couple of days ago and I need a "non-convertible" Moroccan bank account to get a refund from the Moroccan insurance company with regards to the funeral costs-- which I paid for in full. Will I be able to transfer ...
It might depend on the foreign country bank. It takes Citibank New York 2 days maximum to transfer to Attijariwafa in Casablanca. Read More
Non-convertible bank account by laweli4729
My Moroccan dad died a couple of days ago and I need a "non-convertible" Moroccan bank account to get a refund from the Moroccan insurance company with regards to the funeral costs-- which I paid for in full. Will I be able to transfer ...
Yes you can. That鈥檚 why it鈥檚 called 鈥淐ompte 脡trange Convertible鈥�. Make sure the address registered at the bank is your address abroad (in my case New York City). The best bank to handle international transaction is ... Read More
Healthcare in Morocco by JIMMY BOND
I would imagine one can survive in retirement in Morocco but how does one cope with health care. In addition what about pre existing conditions and drugs required
Well, We all can always come home for serious procedure if needed, no? And with the current requirements imposed by the Moroccan government to get Carte de Sejour; 30,000 鈧� cash in the local bank Account (and must be kept in the country) for ... Read More
Moving to Morocco. Tangier or Rabat? by bailswally
Hi! I am planning to move to Morocco in a couple of months and I am stuck between moving to Tangier or Rabat. Both seem beautiful. I am looking for a beach and a not so crowded lifestyle. I am not too picky, I just want to live in a nice city with ...
One year later.......... Tangier. Without the slightest doubt. It also happens to be the safest city in the entire country. Read More
First impressions after moving to Morocco by Diksha
Hello everyone, You probably have vivid memories of your first weeks as an expat in Morocco. Indeed, moving to a new country is a milestone in someone’s life. Today, we invite you to share with the community how you experienced your first ...
First Impressions: Climate: How mild and short the winter is (January to March); But it鈥檚 also wet and damp. Setting: How convenient it is if one needs to go to Europe often. If you reside in Tangier, it鈥檚 practically has one foot in ... Read More
Buying a Riad by MandB
Hi all, we have visited Morocco many times and love the lifestyle. Thinking in the future of purchasing a Riad to run as guesthouse. If anyone can recommend good website for property for sale would be great. Also any advice from foreigners that are ...
Hi Ben, I have developed a network in Tangier due to my 22 years career in Manhattan as Architect and Construction Manager. Almost all top tier architects and designer from New York and London keep a residence in Tangier. The Medina in Marrakech ... Read More
Healthcare in Morocco by JIMMY BOND
I would imagine one can survive in retirement in Morocco but how does one cope with health care. In addition what about pre existing conditions and drugs required
One cannot retire in North Africa and carry the same baggage (the non-stop worrisome perspective) from our home countries. True I am not yet 50, and have no pre-existing condition, knock wood! However, I have befriended many American, British and ... Read More
Healthcare in Morocco by JIMMY BOND
I would imagine one can survive in retirement in Morocco but how does one cope with health care. In addition what about pre existing conditions and drugs required
Are you sure you and Jonathon select the important coverage only? I wasn鈥檛 a spring chicken either when signing up, 45 to be exact. And for some reason he managed to put up a package that cost 1/3 of what I鈥檇 been paying in the USA. ... Read More
Healthcare in Morocco by JIMMY BOND
I would imagine one can survive in retirement in Morocco but how does one cope with health care. In addition what about pre existing conditions and drugs required
True. One needs to be a Moroccan citizen. Or at least that鈥檚 what I have been told. Read More
Healthcare in Morocco by JIMMY BOND
I would imagine one can survive in retirement in Morocco but how does one cope with health care. In addition what about pre existing conditions and drugs required
Cigna Contact Jonathon (dot) Fisher at Cigna He helped me transfer coverage from Blue-Cross Blue-Shield USA to Cigna in Jan 2017. Read More
Buying a Riad by MandB
Hi all, we have visited Morocco many times and love the lifestyle. Thinking in the future of purchasing a Riad to run as guesthouse. If anyone can recommend good website for property for sale would be great. Also any advice from foreigners that are ...
If you study the trend, you鈥檒l see that Air BnB business took a dip after 2008/2009 recession, and didn鈥檛 recover until 2015. And even by then, prices has remained constant or even taken a significant reduction. The remedy of an ... Read More
Thoughts on best options on where to buy land in Morocco by urbanshopping101
Hi. I am new to this forum and looking forward to getting insight and ideas to help inspire me in making some potential future plans. I am very comfortable in my current life in many ways, but I need to start splitting my life between 2 ...
Need to get out fast when you want to? Tangier. I walk from my house to the port and in 45 minutes ferry ride I am already in Spain A taxi drive for 20 minutes takes me to the airport and in 1.5 hours door-to-door I am at my relative house in ... Read More
Healthcare in Morocco by JIMMY BOND
I would imagine one can survive in retirement in Morocco but how does one cope with health care. In addition what about pre existing conditions and drugs required
Cigna (Insurance) covers Morocco, Europe and several Commonwealth countries. At $450 per month is not cheap. But much cheaper than my Health Insurance in the US with Oxford Blue-Cross Blue-Shield, about $1200 per month, and only covers treatment and ... Read More
Buying a Riad by MandB
Hi all, we have visited Morocco many times and love the lifestyle. Thinking in the future of purchasing a Riad to run as guesthouse. If anyone can recommend good website for property for sale would be great. Also any advice from foreigners that are ...
Well, Jimmy Life is a gamble. I am a U.S. Citizen, long-time Manhattanite. Moved to Morocco in Jan 2017 after Trump won the election. Simply couldn鈥檛 stand him, and still can鈥檛...... Best decision ever. If the objective is to invest ... Read More
relocating to Morocco to work by Kelluz
I intend relocating to Morocco to work. I have a Bsc in social work, TEFL certificate. What are my chances?
Agreed 100%. The only advantage of owning properties in Morocco is its relatively low Property and Community Taxes, compared to the ones on the North side of the Mediterranean (Spain, Portugal, Italy and few places in South of France). Read More
relocating to Morocco to work by Kelluz
I intend relocating to Morocco to work. I have a Bsc in social work, TEFL certificate. What are my chances?
I also found it cheap, or cheaper, to be correct. But that鈥檚 because I had lived for 25 years in Manhattan prior, and before that Singapore for three years for my study. My properties in Morocco is in Mershan, Tangier; And another in Geuliz, ... Read More
relocating to Morocco to work by Kelluz
I intend relocating to Morocco to work. I have a Bsc in social work, TEFL certificate. What are my chances?
1. It鈥檚 hard if you want to get employed by an established institution. Private tutoring is a different ball game all together. 2. Nobody can support oneself in any Moroccan big cities just by being a language teacher. Not in Tangier, Casa, ... Read More
relocating to Morocco to work by Kelluz
I intend relocating to Morocco to work. I have a Bsc in social work, TEFL certificate. What are my chances?
I am sorry to be the bearer of a bad news. There are plenty American and British Nationals in Tangier, Casablanca, Rabat, Essaouira and Marrakech. If your intention is to be an English teacher in those cities than you will price yourself out of ... Read More
Buying a Riad by MandB
Hi all, we have visited Morocco many times and love the lifestyle. Thinking in the future of purchasing a Riad to run as guesthouse. If anyone can recommend good website for property for sale would be great. Also any advice from foreigners that are ...
Send me a DIrect message if you have a one-bedroom apartment for sale in Tetouan in a nice and safe location. Location is very important. Thanks. Read More
Buying a Riad by MandB
Hi all, we have visited Morocco many times and love the lifestyle. Thinking in the future of purchasing a Riad to run as guesthouse. If anyone can recommend good website for property for sale would be great. Also any advice from foreigners that are ...
Hello, If you are looking in the north, Go to Young Associates International Maroc, with office in Tangier. Use google. The owner is called Carol Young, a british expat with another branch in Bordeaux, France. The North is currently the place ... Read More
Rental for winter 2016 by 123Walt
We are a retired Canadian couple currently wintering in Puerto Escondido Mexico. We love it here - we have a very nice social life - but the weather is too hot. For next January to March we would like to try Morocco, perhaps Essaouira. Ideally we ...
It's pretty cold in Essaouira in the winter! The wind is horrendous and biting - not for nothing is it advertised as "Windy City Afrika. You need thick jackets the whole time in the evening and the days can be rather cold too. I am moving ... Read More
Transfering my property in Essaouira to a Moroccan friend by mirleft
Hello, I sincerely hope that you are keeping safe. Due to the long term impact of the Coronavirus, I want to transfer my property ownership to my friend, who has helped me for many years, as I live in Wales.UK This is a plan in case something ...
True. I have a local Estate Agent managing everything while I am away, often months, due to my work. Paying the maid, taking care the electricity + water + wifi bills, the occasional maintenance work, etc. Morocco IS a modern country, and one of ... Read More
Transfering my property in Essaouira to a Moroccan friend by mirleft
Hello, I sincerely hope that you are keeping safe. Due to the long term impact of the Coronavirus, I want to transfer my property ownership to my friend, who has helped me for many years, as I live in Wales.UK This is a plan in case something ...
Just DON鈥橳. What for? The border will re-open by May 20th, 2020. There is no similar situation world wide that would require a transfer of property to a 鈥渇riend鈥�. I am from New York, I keep several residences in Morocco, and ... Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Yes. Monthly Rent - again they are Median Rental Price in highly desirable neighbourhood for expats. But not in Missour (Misur) as I have no clue where it is......... 馃し馃徎鈥嶁檪锔� I鈥檝e only got valid informations ... Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Assuming it is in a safe, centralised and highly desirable part of town (In Tangier, Rabat, Essaouira and Marrakech); Again, the Median Price are: A) A minuscule Unfurnished 2-BR with one bathroom of 60 square-meter of habitable surface, without a ... Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
It all depends on where and how much space do you want; Hence the price per square meter. Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Vicky, This is the ballpark - you can do the math. The Median price in well-developed, safe, and centralised area is 鈧�6 per square meter of habitable area (excluding garden) for a furnished property in Tangier, Rabat and Marrakech; And ... Read More
Morocco closed the borders due to Covid-19, but for how long? by Queenjani
Hi all, Because of the Covid-19 outbreak my plans to travel to Morocco to reunite with my husband, have been postponed until Morocco decides to open its borders again. It's very hard to find any information from here so I would like to ask you ...
Let鈥檚 say the border is open during or after Ramadan and I can go out to stamp my Passport. Do I need a certificate to prove that I am free of Covid 19 to re-enter? I own a couple houses in Morocco but not a holder of Moroccan Residency Card. Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Morocco by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Morocco, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Hi Lo茂c, Morocco has been handling the Pandemic with swiftness and precision haven鈥檛 seen in the world since Napoleon Army sealed their fate in the Battle of Austerlitz........ With our immediate neighbour up north, Spain, in a deep ... Read More
What if visa expires before flights are permitted? by chaslaw
A friend from the U.S.A. is in Morocco on a 90-day tourist visa until April 5th. He is wondering what will happen if there are still no flights out of the country by then, or, even if there are some flights, if he's not able to get a ticket that ...
This is correct. I have the original paper, in French, with a stamp by the Border Police. Just make sure to buy the first flight out, or cross out to Spain from Tangier (only 14 km away by ferry) and then fly home. Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Without a doubt. AST Sarah Putnam is the current director, a colleague from NYC s.putnam@ast.ma Email her for any enquiry and she will respond in less than two weeks. Carol Young of Young Associates can help you find the perfect place to live, to ... Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Hi Jimmy, There is a more detailed essay in enclosed tread, written in French. This is a very good source, as it gives you the option to calculate the cost of children education (following European Standard). Same conclusion as what I have ... Read More
Looking at Morocco for retirement living and marriage by LeatherLace
Greetings all and thank you for reading my post and if you respond with comment. My first one here. About me: USA, Female- Age 58, divorced, Bilingul (Spanish) open minded, love meeting people, exploring life and the world. Never too old to learn ...
Hi John, There is threat about this topic: En/Guide/Africa/Morocco/8913-driving-in-morocco /en/guide/africa/morocco/8913-driving-in-morocco.html I am not sure about moped and scooters. But if one is planning to drive a lot ... Read More
Looking at Morocco for retirement living and marriage by LeatherLace
Greetings all and thank you for reading my post and if you respond with comment. My first one here. About me: USA, Female- Age 58, divorced, Bilingul (Spanish) open minded, love meeting people, exploring life and the world. Never too old to learn ...
Nobody should move from Europe or the USA to Morocco to find a job. Even if one managed to find a job vacancy, it should be for Moroccan, not for foreigners. BUT; Morocco is a perfect place to invest and building a Diversified Income-Generating ... Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Hi Dglorioso, This is regarding internet and WiFi. The service is very good in three cities: Marrakech, Rabat and Tangier. Basically where the King lives when in Marocco. Price wise, they are three-tier options, either by Orange or MarocTelecom. ... Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Hi, Yes, FBAR. If you need to file from abroad, I have been using Bright!Tax. They specialise in American expat taxes. Prices a bit steep, but they give excellent service, beyond imagining. DM me if you are interested to know the name of my ... Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Tangier can be cheaper, say by 20-30%, if one doesn鈥檛 live in the most desirable and fashionable neighbourhoods; Iberia, Marshan, the Old Mountain and California; And one doesn鈥檛 fall into the trap of frequenting the establishments ... Read More
Looking at Morocco for retirement living and marriage by LeatherLace
Greetings all and thank you for reading my post and if you respond with comment. My first one here. About me: USA, Female- Age 58, divorced, Bilingul (Spanish) open minded, love meeting people, exploring life and the world. Never too old to learn ...
The only time a European or American woman need to consider marrying a Moroccan man is when: 1. He is educated in Europe or America 2. He has more money than you (valued in 拢, 鈧�, or $) 3. His family has more money than you (valued in ... Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Hi Jimmy, I am seeing it from an expat鈥檚 (American / New Yorker) life styles in Tangier. And this is just an average / median spending, not the spending of the wealthy ones. I have also excluded the fact that we expats need to go out of ... Read More
Cost of Living in Morocco in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Morocco to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Hello Lo茂c , This is based on my experiences. In TANGIER: BUYING To buy a House or an Apartment; Three bedroom with no garden, located in the best part of town: Mershan, California and Iberia: 鈧�900 - 鈧�1100 per square-meter, ... Read More
Is tangier a good place to live by Sovly89
Hey everyone is tangier a good place to live ?
3.5 years later: It鈥檚 a fantastic place to live! I am a New Yorker, owner of a residence in Tangier. The best areas to live are in Iberia, California or Mershan. Avoid the Medina at all cost, too humid, or Malabata, too far from city ... Read More
Expat interest in politics in Morocco by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in Morocco is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
Truly the right approach, indeed. Respect & Salut! Read More
Expat interest in politics in Morocco by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in Morocco is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
Part of this topic is irresponsible, dangerous and short-sighted. As an expat we are not supposed to get involved in the politics of our host country. We are guests in this country. We pay our Property Tax and Community Tax because we benefits ... Read More
Everything, Everywhere, Just Travel by dianamiller
what is your opinion about travel? do you spend your money on travel all over the world?
Tourism can be done without ruining the ecosystem. Bali was bad in the early 80 Ann 90s. It is now getting better. And most importantly the other islands in that region have learnt from the mistake that Bali made. The best environmentally ... Read More
New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Morocco forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Replying based on my three bedroom Riad in Tangier, 245 sq.mt. Habitable area. Electricity - Summer: 80-90 Euros per month Electricity - Winter: 400 -500 Euros per month (we use electric radiant heating and portable heater, not gas). Water: ... Read More
Open a small restaurant in Morocco by GuestPoster8493
Hi! I'm an Italian Canadian considering to open a small business in Morocco: small pizzeria to be exact, I'm a professional pizzaiolo. Is there anybody here that can suggest me the best locations to do so? and/or maybe a potential partner, ...
There is not a single place in Tangier that serves decent pizza other than Casa d鈥橧talia, at Ancienne Palais Moulay Hafid, the Italian Institute. But people go here for semi formal meal and too be seen. Not to chill. If your pizza is good ... Read More
Retiring in Morocco by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Morocco? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
A repeat performance is worth having! Read More
New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Morocco forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
So it is the same disputed territory? One cannot expect foreigners to refer to Moroccan government website when citing a disputed territory's name, no? For example, I strongly believe Ceuta and Melilla are Moroccan territories. But until the ... Read More
New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Morocco forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Sahara Read More
Everything, Everywhere, Just Travel by dianamiller
what is your opinion about travel? do you spend your money on travel all over the world?
There should be a tour that shows the migration of Hindu and Buddhist population in Java and Bali. Starting in Jogjakarta and Magelang, to Bromo, to Banyuwangi, then cross to Denpasar and Tampaksiring and Ubud ...... If so desired people could stay ... Read More
Everything, Everywhere, Just Travel by dianamiller
what is your opinion about travel? do you spend your money on travel all over the world?
Yes. Especially the cuisine .......... OMG. North African cuisine is so dismal in comparison! Read More
Considering moving to Tangie's in 2020 by Ssavar
Hi! I'm seriously considering moving to Tangies in 2020 when I retire. I wanted to ask you about the cost of living there? I'm looking at Tatouan. Would love to hear from people living in that area and hear what life is like there, the cost ...
Tangier and T茅touan are the best cities to live for Americans or English-speaking nationals in general. The expat community is very active and mostly English speaking. I have bought a house in Tangier at a prime location in Merchane and very ... Read More
Proper rate for house keeper. by Abe123
Hello fellow expats, What is the average rate to pay house keeper per visit? I heard various info, between 150 to 300 Dirhams. Would like to know from long-time expats the proper rate. Thank you very much.
Ahh, sound wonderful, Cathy! You seem to enjoy different cities in Morocco. If you ever want to try living within a stone throw to Gibraltar, my house is rented out (long-term) while I am working in New York. It鈥檚 in the Mer莽hane ... Read More
pest control needed! by spreklina
I need to find pest control to eliminate bed bugs in my boat. I cant find anything on google, can anyone help? please. I am in Tangier.
Akram Bounous from MARKA Services. +212 6 52 31 35 60 markaserv@gmail.com http://www.marka-services.com We don鈥檛 use them for bed bugs, just general insects after construction. A very good team. On time, use the best product ... Read More
Proper rate for house keeper. by Abe123
Hello fellow expats, What is the average rate to pay house keeper per visit? I heard various info, between 150 to 300 Dirhams. Would like to know from long-time expats the proper rate. Thank you very much.
OK. I pay 200 per visit. So I guess we are good. BTW, I don鈥檛 know what is considered 鈥榮mall鈥� or 鈥榖ig鈥� in Morocco because I am from New York and every living space in New York is small unless you are a billionaire! ... Read More
Is $1500/month enough to live in Morocco . by Kaiser.rehman
Hi Is $1500/month a good money to live in Morocco . I am a professional Software Programmer and work for a UK based company with other freelance work aswell. I would need a separate apartment and a dedicated good internet and am planning to live ...
Hello Kay, If you don鈥檛 need to pay the two biggest expenses: Rental and Foreign-based Health Insurance, then you鈥檒l be living like Marcus Antonius and Cleopatra......... Really! Read More
Proper rate for house keeper.
Hello fellow expats, What is the average rate to pay house keeper per visit? I heard various info, between 150 to 300 Dirhams. Would like to know from long-time expats the proper rate. Thank you very much. Read More
Everything, Everywhere, Just Travel by dianamiller
what is your opinion about travel? do you spend your money on travel all over the world?
You can buy things that gives you happiness, especially something that is beautiful, durable and can be passed on to your children and grand children. This is how civilisation has evolved. The Phoenicians brought their bronze items from Lebanon to ... Read More
Things to do in Tangier during the weekends by Christine
Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Tangier? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Tangier? Thank ...
Best way to Chefchaouen from Tangier by public transport? Thank you. A Read More
Everything, Everywhere, Just Travel by dianamiller
what is your opinion about travel? do you spend your money on travel all over the world?
Agreed with everything you have written. But isn鈥檛 the backbone of a country is its middle class? Not the poorest, no? Read More
Is there a resale/ person to person sale market in Morocco? by urbanshopping101
Does Morocco have an equivalent to things like ebay, kijiji, craiglist, facebook sales groups, letgo or any sites or smart phone applications where people sell or trade things from person to person? If you are an expat from any major city in the ...
I think for Morocco Facebook is the most effective. Have tried a couple of time to find second hand furniture and all resolved in a matter of days! Read More
New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Morocco forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello, I got an insurance from Cigna. I think it鈥檚 a British-based company. Noting comparable is offered by US-based company....... Been taking Sabattical in Tangier for about a year. A really nice place for English-speaking expats! Read More
Things to do in Tangier during the weekends by Christine
Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Tangier? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Tangier? Thank ...
This is a fantastic suggestion. If I may add, there is a new-ish hope-in-the-wall Syrian Restaurant on Rue d鈥橧talie, own by Syrian immigrant, called Abou Tayssir. Super cheap and super good! And no tourists! Can you or anyone also recommend ... Read More
New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Morocco forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello, I got an insurance from Cigna. I think it鈥檚 a British-based company. Been taking Sabattical in Tangier for about a year. A really nice place for English-speaking expats! Read More