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Morocco eSIM
6 data plans · from $9.99 · one-tap install by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
6 data plans · from $9.99 · one-tap install by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
10 GB
1 day
Streaming, sharing, heavy use
$17.99
$1.80/GB
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Connects automatically to the strongest signal across Orange Morocco.
Setup
Set up your eSIM before you travel — it takes about a minute. Scan once, switch it on when you arrive, and you’re online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
9 plans for Morocco, from 3 to 50 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 30 days. 9 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
6 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on Orange Morocco.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
No regional bundle covers Morocco — a single-country plan is the only option here, which is usually the cheaper one anyway.
A travel eSIM for Morocco is a digital SIM your phone downloads — no plastic card, no airport pickup counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (a QR code is included too), and it installs a second line alongside your existing SIM. It stays dormant until you arrive in Morocco, then connects automatically to Orange Morocco on 5G where available and LTE everywhere else. Your home number keeps working for calls and texts; the eSIM simply carries your data.
Maps, messaging and rideshare apps are light — roughly 300–500 MB a day. Add photos, social and the occasional video and you’re closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip a 5 GB plan is comfortable; for two weeks, sharing, or heavy use, choose 10 GB or more, or a reloadable plan you can top up on the go. Morocco plans start at $9.99 across 6 sizes, with the per-GB price shown on every one so the right choice is obvious.
No. A travel eSIM for Morocco is a local data plan, not international roaming — you pay the price you see up front, with no per-megabyte bill from your home carrier. Set the eSIM as your data line and switch data roaming off on your home SIM, and there are no surprises when you get home. Full refund any time before you install, so there’s no risk in buying ahead.
Tagine
A slow-cooked savory stew typically made with meat, poultry, or fish together with vegetables or fruit, named after the earthenware pot it is cooked in.
Available nationwide, from street food stalls to high-end restaurants.
Couscous
Tiny steamed balls of semolina topped with a meat and vegetable stew. Traditionally eaten on Fridays.
Local cafes and family homes on Fridays.
Pastilla (B'stilla)
A sweet and savory meat pie, traditionally made with squab (pigeon) or chicken, layered with a crispy, flaky pastry and dusted with cinnamon and sugar.
Fes and high-end traditional Moroccan restaurants.
Morocco connectivity guide
Morocco has better mobile coverage than most visitors expect — the cities, the coast and the main routes are well served, and even many mountain villages have signal. The gaps are in the High Atlas above the passes, in the deep Sahara and in the medinas, where the problem is not coverage but navigation. This guide covers which networks you get, where the signal genuinely stops, why the medina is its own kind of connectivity problem, and what a Moroccan trip consumes.
Read the full Morocco guide →Harira
A hearty, rich tomato-based soup packed with lentils, chickpeas, and sometimes meat. Often used to break the fast during Ramadan.
Street vendors and local eateries.
Zaalouk
A cooked salad made with eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and spices, usually served as a dip with crusty bread.
Served as a starter or side dish in most traditional restaurants.
Makouda
Deep-fried potato balls often served as street food or stuffed into a sandwich.
Street food stalls in medinas, particularly in Meknes and Fes.
Mechoui
Whole sheep or lamb slow-roasted in a pit oven until the meat is incredibly tender and falls off the bone.
Mechoui Alley in Marrakech.
Mint Tea (Atay)
Green tea prepared with spearmint leaves and sugar. It is the national beverage of Morocco, symbolizing hospitality.
Everywhere; offered in shops, cafes, and homes.
Bissara
A thick, warming soup made from dried fava beans, topped with olive oil and cumin. Popular for breakfast.
Local stalls in the mornings, especially in the north (Chefchaouen).
Sfenj
Moroccan doughnuts made from a sticky, unsweetened dough, deep-fried until crisp outside and fluffy inside.
Street carts in the morning or late afternoon.
Jardin MajorelleMarrakech
A beautifully designed botanical garden bursting with exotic plants and striking cobalt blue accents, famously restored by Yves Saint Laurent.
1-2 hours · book ahead
Hassan II MosqueCasablanca
One of the largest mosques in the world, featuring a towering minaret and stunning seaside location. It is one of the few mosques in Morocco open to non-Muslims.
2 hours
Chefchaouen MedinaChefchaouen
Wander through the picturesque 'Blue City' nestled in the Rif Mountains, famous for its blue-washed buildings and relaxed atmosphere.
Half day to full day
VolubilisNear Meknes
Explore the exceptionally well-preserved ruins of an ancient Roman city, featuring incredible mosaic floors.
2 hours
Ait BenhaddouOuarzazate
A stunning UNESCO-listed fortified village (ksar) of earthen clay architecture, often used as a filming location for movies like Gladiator.
2-3 hours
Fes el BaliFes
The world's largest car-free urban area, a sprawling, chaotic medina featuring ancient tanneries, souks, and stunning madrasas.
Full day
Bahia PalaceMarrakech
A late 19th-century palace showcasing incredible Moroccan and Islamic architectural styles, intricate mosaics, and beautiful courtyards.
1-2 hours
Todra GorgeTinghir
A massive trench of limestone river canyons with towering vertical cliffs, popular with hikers and rock climbers.
Half day
Erg ChebbiMerzouga
Experience the Sahara Desert with massive wind-blown sand dunes. Perfect for camel treks and overnight camping under the stars.
1-2 days · book ahead
Oudaias KasbahRabat
A tranquil, fortified historic neighborhood with Andalusian-style gardens and picturesque blue-and-white lanes overlooking the ocean.
2 hours
Train (ONCF)
Operates between major cities like Marrakech, Casablanca, Rabat, and Tangier. Includes the high-speed Al Boraq.
100-300 MAD depending on route and class.
Intercity Bus (CTM / Supratours)
Comfortable, air-conditioned buses linking almost all towns, including those not served by trains (like Essaouira and Merzouga).
80-250 MAD.
Grand Taxi
Shared older Mercedes or newer minivans that run on fixed routes between towns. They leave when full (usually 6 passengers).
20-50 MAD for short inter-city trips.
Petit Taxi
Small taxis restricted to inner-city limits. They are color-coded by city (e.g., red in Casablanca, blue in Rabat). Should use a meter.
10-30 MAD per ride.
Domestic Flights
Operated mostly by Royal Air Maroc, connecting major cities.
500-1500 MAD.
Ride-hailing
InDrive, Careem, Roby
Ride-hailing is available in larger cities like Casablanca, Rabat, and Tangier, but heavily opposed by local taxi unions in places like Marrakech.
Paying for things
Basics
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Banks and offices closed, but most tourist facilities remain open. |
| Independence Manifesto Day | January 11 | Public sector closure. |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Many businesses close; minor disruptions to local transport. |
| Throne Day | July 30 | Major national holiday celebrating the King's accession. Parades and heavy local travel. |
| Oued Ed-Dahab Day | August 14 | National holiday, public offices closed. |
| Revolution of the King and the People | August 20 | National holiday, minor closures. |
| Youth Day | August 21 | Celebrates the King's birthday. |
| Independence Day | November 18 | Parades and festivities; offices and banks closed. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.