Morocco: sanctions and trade risk

No elevated indicator

As of 7 November 2026, the screened UN, EU, UK, Swiss and US sanctions lists contain 8 companies, organisations, vessels and aircraft linked to Morocco.Lists last checked 2026-11-07 21:01 UTC.

Logistics profile: ports, airports, customs, documents, holidays, news ↓

No elevated country indicator for Morocco in the route rules Sanctioni uses. That is not a clearance: goods may still be export-controlled, and parties in Morocco may still be on a list.

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On the sanctions lists

8 entries on the official lists name Morocco — as nationality, address, registration or flag. That links them to the country; it says nothing about other companies there. The same company can appear on several lists and is then counted once per list. Individuals are not included — Sanctioni does not process them.

List	Entries	Companies & organisations	Vessels	Aircraft
EU Consolidated Financial Sanctions List (FSF)	2	2	—	—
UK Sanctions List (FCDO)	2	2	—	—
UN Security Council Consolidated List	2	2	—	—
Switzerland SECO Consolidated Sanctions List	2	2	—	—

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Logistics profile

Morocco: logistics and trade

Europe-Africa logistics hub; Tanger Med transshipment port

Morocco (ISO code MA) lies in north-western Africa on the Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts, bordering Algeria and Western Sahara. It is a constitutional monarchy with stable institutions and growing integration into global markets. The economy is diversified across agriculture, mining, industry and tourism, with phosphates, vehicles, agricultural products and textiles among key exports. Morocco is a central logistics hub between Europe, Africa and the Middle East: the Tanger Med port complex is the largest container and transhipment port in Africa and the Mediterranean, while Casablanca, Jorf Lasfar and Agadir serve general cargo, phosphates and reefer trades. Import VAT is 20 percent and customs are cleared electronically via the ADII BADR system. The currency is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD).

Capital: Rabat
Population: 36,828,330
Area: 446,550 km²
Currency: Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
Continent: Africa
Region: North Africa / Maghreb
Economic area: EFTA FTA / EU Association / Agadir Agreement
Religions: Islam
Access to the sea: Yes

Transport modes Road · Rail

Current situation: Tanger Med with severe congestion: weeks-long waiting times for container ships, delays and additional costs in exports, risk for perishable goods (press reports June/July 2026). Access restriction since 15.7.2026 during Operation Marhaba (only confirmed ferry tickets); peak operations expected until end of August. (Status 2026-07-22)
Seasonal conditions: Mediterranean to arid climate; hot, dry summers, mild winters. Heat and dust in the south; occasional heavy rain and flooding in autumn/winter in the north and Atlas foothills.

Main seaports

Tanger
Tanger Ville (MA TNG): a cruise and ferry port since 2010 with no cargo traffic. Containers and RoRo move via Tanger Med – the relevant alternative for shippers.
Casablanca
Casablanca (MA CAS): Morocco's main multipurpose port for containers, phosphates, grain and RoRo. Tanger Med leads transhipment; bulk via Jorf Lasfar.
El Jorf Lasfar
El Jorf Lasfar (MA JFL): Morocco's main bulk and energy port for OCP phosphates, coal and oil; deepwater on the Atlantic coast.
Mohammedia
Mohammedia (MA MOH): Morocco's main liquid-bulk and oil port near Casablanca. Crude and bunkers, not boxes – containers route via Casablanca.
Agadir
Agadir: Morocco's main fishing port and world's top sardine exporter, ~3M t/year, strong cold-chain for citrus and vegetable exports.
Safi
Safi (MA SFI), Morocco's Atlantic port: OCP phosphate and phosphoric-acid exports, sardine fishing, plus a new port for coal imports and fertilizer.

Main cargo airports

Mohammed V International AirportCMN
Mohammed V Casablanca (CMN/GMMN): two cargo terminals rated near 150,000 t, Royal Air Maroc Cargo base, DHL/FedEx/UPS on site, new terminal due 2029.
Menara AirportRAK
Menara (RAK/GMMX), Marrakech: 10.2m passengers in 2025 but only 340 m² of cargo space. Air freight routes almost entirely via Casablanca (CMN).
Tangier Ibn Battuta AirportTNG
Tangier Ibn Battouta (TNG): small cargo terminal, mainly belly freight to Europe; volume moves via Tanger Med port, freighters via Casablanca (CMN).
Rabat-Salé AirportRBA
Rabat-Salé (RBA): 2.17m passengers in 2025, 1,360 m² freight terminal with RAM cold storage; larger volumes route via Casablanca (CMN).

Road corridors

A1 Rabat-Tangier
A3 Rabat-Casablanca
A7 Casablanca-Marrakech-Agadir
A2 Rabat-Fès-Oujda
Connection to Tanger Med

Rail corridors

Al Boraq high-speed line Tangier-Kenitra-Casablanca
Casablanca-Rabat-Fès
Marrakech-Casablanca
Freight line Nouasseur-Jorf Lasfar (phosphates)

Main trade lanes

Morocco-Spain
Morocco-France
Morocco-EU via Tanger Med
Morocco-China
Morocco-USA

Customs and import

Customs authority Administration des Douanes et Impôts Indirects (ADII)Official website ↗

Import customs system: Electronic customs processing via BADR of the ADII with the Déclaration Unique des Marchandises (DUM); fully dematerialized since 2026. Import duties 2,5 to 30 percent (maximum rate reduced from 40 to 30 since 2026).
Export customs system: Exports also via BADR/DUM of the ADII; currency settlement via the Office des Changes. Proofs of origin EUR.1/EUR-MED for preferential markets.
Import VAT: Import VAT (TVA) standard rate 20 percent, reduced rate 10 percent; assessed on CIF value plus customs duty and levies. Additional para-fiscal levy (TPI) 0,25 percent (ADII, Finance Act 2026).
Proofs of origin and trade agreements: Preference proof EUR.1 or origin declaration (EUR-MED) for EFTA and EU; Pan-Euro-Med cumulation possible. Swiss exporters: EFTA-Morocco Agreement in force since 1999.
Restricted and prohibited goods: Prohibitions/restrictions include weapons, explosives, used clothing, used tyres, pornography, among others. Used vehicles may only be imported if under 5 years old. Medicines require authorization (Ministry of Health).

Typical import documents

Commercial invoice
Packing list
Transport document (B/L, CMR, AWB)
Import commitment (Office des Changes)
Proof of origin EUR.1/EUR-MED
Certificate of conformity where required

Typical export documents

Commercial invoice
Packing list
Transport document
Export DUM (BADR)
Proof of origin EUR.1/EUR-MED
Phytosanitary/health certificate where required

Logistics conditions

Customs complexity: Medium
Customs delays: Medium
Port congestion: Medium to high
Dangerous goods relevance: Medium to high
Pharma and cold chain relevance: Medium
E-commerce relevance: Medium to high

Trade

Top import partners

Spain France China United States Germany

Top export partners

Spain France Italy Germany United States

Top import goods

Petroleum products
Machinery
Vehicles
Wheat
Chemicals

Top export goods

Vehicles
Phosphates
Agricultural products
Textiles
Electronics

Typical cargo

Vehicles and parts
Phosphates and fertilizers
Textiles
Agricultural products (citrus, vegetables)
Electronics
Petroleum products
Machinery

Upcoming public holidays

Independence DayWed, 18 Nov 2026 · businesses closed
New Year's DayFri, 1 Jan 2027 · businesses closed
Independence Manifesto DayMon, 11 Jan 2027 · businesses closed
Amazigh New Year (Yennayer)Thu, 14 Jan 2027 · businesses closed
Labour DaySat, 1 May 2027 · businesses closed
Throne DayFri, 30 Jul 2027 · businesses closed
Oued Ed-Dahab DaySat, 14 Aug 2027 · businesses closed
Revolution of the King and the PeopleFri, 20 Aug 2027 · businesses closed

Latest logistics news

Russia Resumes Diesel Exports21 Oct 2026
According to Reuters, Russia has resumed diesel shipments in Primorsk. A first reported cargo was en route to Morocco.
Gemini Sends Four Additional Services Through Suez Canal3 Oct 2026
Four Gemini services return to Suez. Shippers benefit from shorter transit times, but must continue planning for diversions.
Switzerland and 18 Partners Aim to Better Secure Supply Chains19 Jul 2026
Switzerland and 18 partner states aim to better coordinate trade and make supply chains for essential goods more resilient. New members include Peru, South Korea, and Thailand.

Logistics questions

What is the import VAT rate in Morocco?

The standard import VAT (TVA) rate is 20 percent, with a reduced rate of 10 percent for certain goods. It is calculated on the CIF value plus import duty and other charges.

Which customs authority and system apply?

The Administration des Douanes et Impôts Indirects (ADII) is responsible. Customs are cleared electronically via the BADR system using the single goods declaration (DUM).

Do Swiss exporters benefit from a free trade agreement?

Yes. The EFTA-Morocco agreement has been in force since 1999. With an EUR.1 or EUR-MED origin proof, import duties on originating goods are eliminated or reduced; Pan-Euro-Med cumulation is possible.

Which ports handle goods traffic?

The main port is Tanger Med, which handled over 10.2 million TEU in 2024, the largest port in Africa and the Mediterranean. Other ports are Casablanca (general cargo), Jorf Lasfar (phosphates) and Agadir.

How high are import duties?

Import duties (Droits d'Importation) range from 2.5 to 30 percent. The maximum rate was cut from 40 to 30 percent under the 2026 Finance Act. A parafiscal levy of 0.25 percent also applies.

Which import restrictions apply?

Restricted or prohibited goods include weapons, explosives, used clothing, used tyres and pornography. Used vehicles may not be older than five years for permanent import.

How does Western Sahara affect EU preferences?

On 4 October 2024 the EU Court of Justice ruled that the EU-Morocco agreements do not apply to Western Sahara. Goods originating there cannot simply be treated as Moroccan origin for preferences.

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