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Official Languages: Arabic, Spanish

English is not widely spoken. French is commonly more useful in business and travel services, and Spanish may also be heard, especially in some areas. Basic Arabic or French phrases can help.

Mobile Network: Mobile coverage is generally good in main towns and along major coastal routes, usually through Moroccan operators, but it becomes weak or absent in remote desert areas. Data speeds are commonly adequate in cities and more variable outside them.

Roaming/SIM/eSIM: Roaming can work well if your home provider has agreements with Moroccan networks, but it may be expensive. A local Moroccan SIM is usually the cheapest option for longer stays and gives the most predictable access in towns. An eSIM can be convenient for short trips if your phone supports it, but coverage and pricing depend on the provider and often still rely on the same local networks. For remote drives, do not rely on mobile data alone.

Cards are accepted in many hotels, larger restaurants, and some supermarkets in main towns such as Laayoune and Dakhla, but cash is still important for fuel, small shops, taxis, and remote areas. ATMs are available in main towns but can be scarce outside them.

Tipping is appreciated but not always mandatory. In restaurants, around 5 to 10 percent is common if service is not already included. For cafes, rounding up the bill is typical. Taxi drivers are often given a small round-up. Hotel porters and housekeeping commonly receive small cash tips.

Plug Type: Type C and Type E

Voltage: 220 V, 50 Hz

Adapter: If you come from countries using Type C or Type E plugs, usually no adapter is needed. Travelers from the UK, Ireland, North America, and other regions commonly need a plug adapter. Check whether your devices support 220 V.