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Morocco Tax Rates

Morocco operates a progressive personal income tax system with rates up to 38%. The Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI) administers the tax system, which features a 31% standard corporate tax rate (with varying rates by profit level), 20% VAT, and capital gains taxation. Morocco has undertaken significant reforms to attract foreign investment, including free zone incentives and a broad treaty network.

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Top Income Tax Rate

38%

Corporate Tax Rate

20%

VAT / Sales Tax

20%

Capital Gains Tax

20%

Income Tax Brackets

Morocco levies progressive personal income tax on residents' worldwide income. Rates range from 0% on income up to MAD 30,000 to 38% on income exceeding MAD 180,000. Employment income is subject to PAYE withholding. Non-residents are taxed at 20% on Moroccan-sourced income unless a treaty provides otherwise. Various deductions are available for social security contributions, mortgage interest, and pension savings.

Income RangeTax Rate
MAD 0 – MAD 30K0%
MAD 30K – MAD 50K10%
MAD 50K – MAD 60K20%
MAD 60K – MAD 80K30%
MAD 80K – MAD 180K34%
MAD 180K+38%

Corporate Tax

Morocco's 2026 corporate tax reform established a unified standard rate of 20% for most companies, with 35% applying to companies with net taxable income of MAD 100 million or more. Credit institutions, banks, and insurance companies face a 40% rate. Companies in Casablanca Finance City enjoy a 0% rate for five years then 15%. Free zone companies pay 0% for five years then 15%. Export companies also benefit from reduced rates.

Standard Rate

20%

Small Business Rate

20%

Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains on real property are taxed at 20% with a minimum tax of 3% of the sale price. Gains on listed securities are taxed at 15%. Unlisted securities are taxed at 20%. A primary residence exemption applies for properties held more than 6 years with a sale price below MAD 4 million. Rollover relief is available for reinvestment in another primary residence.

Rate

20%

VAT / Sales Tax

Morocco's VAT is levied at a standard rate of 20% with reduced rates of 14%, 10%, and 7% for specific goods and services. Basic foodstuffs like bread, milk, and sugar are exempt. Financial services, education, and healthcare are also exempt. Registration is mandatory for businesses with annual turnover exceeding MAD 500,000.

Standard Rate

20%

Cryptocurrency Tax

Morocco does not have specific cryptocurrency tax legislation. Bank Al-Maghrib (the central bank) issued a warning against cryptocurrency use in 2017, but no formal ban exists. General tax principles would apply to gains from crypto transactions. Morocco is studying regulatory frameworks for digital assets.

No crypto taxTreatment: Not specifically regulated

Tax Treaties

Morocco has an extensive network of approximately 55 double taxation agreements. The treaty network reflects Morocco's strong economic ties with Europe and the Middle East. Treaties typically reduce withholding rates on dividends, interest, and royalties.

Treaty Network

55

Double taxation agreements

Major treaty partners:

FranceSpainUnited KingdomUnited StatesGermanyBelgiumNetherlandsItalyCanadaUAE

Key Details

Tax AuthorityDirection Générale des Impôts (DGI)
Fiscal YearJanuary 1 - December 31
Tax SystemProgressive
CurrencyMoroccan Dirham (MAD)
Filing DeadlineMarch 1 of the following year for employment income; April 30 for other income
Residency RuleAn individual is tax resident if they have their habitual home, center of economic interests, or continuous or discontinuous presence of more than 183 days in any 365-day period in Morocco.
Last Updated2026-01-28

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Annual Savings

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$24K

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US Citizens: Important Note

US citizens are taxed on worldwide income regardless of residence. You'll still need to file US taxes, though the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and Foreign Tax Credit may reduce your liability.

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