Morocco tourist tax: What you need to know in 2025

When planning your travel budget for a trip to Morocco, it’s important to keep the tourist tax in mind. This is an additional cost that travellers often overlook, so it’s a good idea to look into the details before you arrive.

In this guide, we’ll explain how the Morocco tourist tax works, what it typically costs and who needs to pay it.

We’ll also explain how Wise can help you manage your travel spending, whether you’re paying the tax or covering other expenses abroad. With a Wise card, you can spend in 150+ countries in 40+ currencies.

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What is the Morocco tourist tax?

Tourists staying in hotels, guest houses and similar accommodations across Morocco need to pay a tourist tax. This is an overnight tax, so it’s charged per person for each night of your stay.¹

The taxes are paid to the Moroccan National Tourist Office and the municipality where your accommodation is located. The Morocco tourist tax is also known as Tourist promotion tax or TPT.

In addition to TPT, visitors also need to pay the Municipal or City tax. This tax was introduced in 2008 and it’s also paid per person per day.¹

How much is the tourist tax?

The Morocco tourist tax can vary based on the type and category or accommodation, as well as the municipality it’s located in. It’s best to ask your hotel directly in case there are any changes, but let’s go through some estimates.

Generally, luxury hotels charge 15 MAD a night, while 5-star hotels and first-class guesthouses have an 11 MAD tax. If you’re staying in a 4-star hotel or a second-class guesthouse, you can expect to pay around 8 MAD a night. Motels and 3-star hotels are usually taxed at 5 MAD, while 2-star and 1-star hotels charge 4 MAD and 2 MAD respectively. Finally, hostels and similar types of accommodation typically apply a 1 MAD tax per night.²

For example, if you’re staying at a high-category riad in Marrakech, you’ll likely pay around 11 MAD a night for the tourist tax, plus 15 MAD for the City tax.³ On the other hand, a luxurious riad in Essaouira might charge 10 MAD per night for the Morocco tourist tax, in addition to 15 MAD for the Municipal tax.¹

How do you pay the tourist tax?

The Morocco tourist tax is usually not included in the room rates. This means that you’ll likely pay it during check-in or check-out. If you’re travelling with children under 12, they will be exempt from paying the tax.⁴

Since you'll be paying these fees in a different currency, using Wise could be a great solution. Wise converts your pounds at the mid-market rate, with a small conversion fee*, or no fee if you already have Moroccan dirham in your Wise account. You can also use your Wise card to withdraw cash from ATMs in Morocco.

Tips for travelling to Morocco

Before you leave for Morocco, here are some useful travel tips:

• Keep track of religious holidays: Religious holidays can affect business hours and services, so factor them into your travel plans.
• Don’t drink tap water: Morocco’s tap water isn’t considered safe to drink. Use bottled water or bring a reusable water bottle with a filter.
• Dress appropriately: Always cover your arms and legs when visiting religious sites. In rural areas, It’s also best to dress modestly to avoid unwanted attention.
• Carry cash: If you’re visiting a big city, you’ll see that cards are widely accepted. However, cash is often the only option in rural areas, so it’s best to keep some with you.
• Spend leftover currency: The Moroccan dirham is a closed currency, which means you’re not allowed to take more than 2,000 MAD out of the country. Be sure to either spend or exchange anything above that before you leave.⁵
• Respect the left-hand rule: The left hand is considered unclean in Moroccan culture, so try to eat and hand things to others with your right hand.

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Morocco’s tourist tax rates vary depending on the type and location of the accommodation. They typically range from 1 MAD to 15 MAD a night, but it’s best to confirm the exact amount with your hotel in advance. A municipal tax is also charged per night, but children under 12 are exempt from both taxes.

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FAQs - Tourist tax in Morocco

Let’s go through some frequently-asked questions about the Morocco tourist tax:

Where do you pay the Morocco tourist tax?

You’ll usually pay both the Morocco tourist tax and the Municipal tax at your accommodation.¹

Is there a tourist tax in Morocco for Airbnb?

Yes, you need to pay the tourist tax if you’re staying in an Airbnb in Morocco.⁶

Is there a tourist tax in Marrakech?

Yes, you’ll pay the Morocco tourist tax when staying in Marrakech.

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Sources last checked on date: 25-Jul-2025