Investing in Morocco

A guide for foreign groups

For a foreign group, setting up in Morocco follows a sequence. The firm covers each step in Moroccan law.

Step by step

1
Choose the vehicle
Subsidiary (SARL or SA), branch or liaison office, according to the activity, liability and tax position.
2
Sell before setting up
Distribution or agency agreements while a local entity is still premature.
3
Use the incentives
Investment support schemes and, where relevant, Casablanca Finance City status.
4
Move capital
Exchange-control rules of the Office des Changes for investment, repatriation and intra-group flows.
5
Staff the company
Employment contracts and approval of work contracts for foreign staff.
6
Protect the investment
Arbitration clauses, mediation and enforcement of awards.