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How to Ship to Morocco from the US

Morocco is a stable North African country with strong ties to Europe and a growing ecommerce sector. Casablanca and Rabat are the main commercial centers. US goods including electronics, clothing, health products, and specialty food are imported regularly. The Moroccan-American diaspora and the large Moroccan community abroad generates personal package traffic, particularly during holidays.

Moroccan customs (ADII) applies import duties on most goods. Import duties vary from 2.5% to 40%+ depending on the product. Moroccan VAT (TVA) is 20% on most imports. Morocco has a free trade agreement with the US (in effect since 2006), the US-Morocco FTA, which has reduced tariffs on many qualifying goods. Barid Al-Maghrib (Moroccan Post) handles USPS final-mile delivery; couriers are faster.

Typical 1 lb cost

$24-$45 USD

Typical transit

5-14 business days

Carrier Options to Morocco

DHL Express Worldwide

3-5 business days. Most reliable for Morocco. Good Casablanca coverage.

FedEx International Priority

3-5 business days. Reliable service to Casablanca and Rabat.

USPS Priority Mail International

8-14 business days. Final delivery by Barid Al-Maghrib. Moderate reliability.

UPS Worldwide Expedited

4-6 business days. Good for commercial B2B shipments.

Customs Forms Required

CN22 for items under $400 USD. CN23 + commercial invoice for items over $400. Certificate of origin useful for US-Morocco FTA duty claims.

Commonly Prohibited Items

  • ✕Narcotics and controlled substances
  • ✕Firearms and weapons without Moroccan Ministry of Interior authorization
  • ✕Pornographic material
  • ✕Counterfeit goods
  • ✕Certain food products without ONSSA (Moroccan food safety agency) approval
  • ✕Goods offensive to Islam or Moroccan cultural values

Morocco-Specific Shipping Tips

  • 💡 US-Morocco FTA reduces or eliminates duties on many qualifying US-origin goods — include certificate of origin
  • 💡 Moroccan VAT (20%) applies to all imports; import duties vary by product (2.5-40%+)
  • 💡 Moroccan postal codes are 5 digits (e.g., 20000 for central Casablanca)
  • 💡 Address in French or Arabic — both are widely used. French is standard for business correspondence in Morocco
  • 💡 DHL and FedEx are the most reliable options; Barid Al-Maghrib can be slow for international parcels

Frequently asked questions

How long does shipping to Morocco take?
DHL/FedEx: 3-6 business days. USPS via Barid Al-Maghrib: 8-14 business days. Moroccan customs clearance is typically 1-3 business days for properly documented packages.
Does the US-Morocco FTA reduce import duties?
Yes. The US-Morocco FTA (in effect since 2006) has reduced or eliminated tariffs on most US-origin goods. Include a certificate of origin to claim FTA rates. Moroccan VAT (20%) still applies to all imports.
What language should I use on labels to Morocco?
French is the standard business language in Morocco and is fine for labels. Arabic is also official. English labels are accepted by international carriers. Use French for city names on address lines (Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech).
Can I ship food to Morocco?
Processed shelf-stable halal-certified food is preferred. Commercial food imports require ONSSA registration. Morocco is a Muslim-majority country — halal certification helps customs clearance for food products. Alcohol and pork face restrictions.
What's the duty-free threshold in Morocco?
Morocco does not have a clear universal de minimis threshold equivalent to some countries. Personal gifts of modest value (under ~$50 USD equivalent) may clear with minimal duty, but Moroccan customs retains discretion. Commercial imports are assessed per the HS tariff schedule.

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