Morocco is a strategic hub for companies looking to establish a presence in North Africa and beyond.
The country offers a pool of skilled talent, particularly in the industrial, logistics, and services sectors. Its geographic location and modern infrastructure facilitate international trade.
Thanks to free trade agreements with markets such as the European Union, Morocco serves as an ideal entry point for businesses aiming to access these regions.
As of July 31, 2025, the exchange rate is approximately 1 Moroccan Dirham (MAD) = 0.096 Euro (EUR) . Therefore, a monthly minimum wage of 3,000 MAD equates to approximately 288.22 EUR.
The legal working hours in Morocco are set at 44 hours per week.
There are several types of employment contracts: permanent contracts (CDI – Contrat à Durée Indéterminée), fixed-term contracts (CDD – Contrat à Durée Déterminée), and temporary contracts. Each type has its own rules and conditions.
Employees are entitled to 1.5 days of paid leave per month of work, which amounts to 18 days per year.
It is necessary to draft an employment contract, register the employee with the CNSS (National Social Security Fund), and for foreign nationals, to obtain a visa and a work permit.
The sectors with strong demand for talent include the automotive industry, renewable energy, information technology, and agriculture.
The probation period for a permanent contract (CDI) is generally 3 months for managers and 1.5 months for employees, renewable once.
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