Capoppy55
American expat in Morocco
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Lives in Boumalne, Souss-Massa-Drâa
Registration: 23 July 2018
HOW TO : Foreigner to Marry a Moroccan. Step by step instructions. by summerlee7
Hi everyone. Ive noticed that alot of people ask for help re mixed marriage in Morocco. Here is my own personal experience that i want to share. Some information you might want to know is that im from New Zealand and my partner is Moroccan and ...
Hi Celina,I’m from the USA but didnt need to produce a baptismal certificate or anything when I married my Moroccan husband. Read More
British Woman Marrying Moroccan Man by GuestPoster17789
Hi, I have a question that has caused me some confusion. I do not belong to any religion at all. I read that a Moroccan man can marry a Christian or Jew. Which has left me worried that actually we won't be able to marry because I have no faith at ...
@SJAS85 I will just say, they didn’t ask me for any proof about religion when I married my Moroccan husband. Read More
Is this young Moroccan man playing with me? by GuestPoster7420
I met a young Moroccan man in a ” social media forum” a few month ago and we emediately hit it off. We began speaking every day. I’ve been to Morocco and visit him and his family. I am soon going back but are now having second ...
@Susudimana currently, I am back in the US. I came back during the pandemic because I needed some medical care I couldn’t get in Morocco. Nevertheless, I would like to go back there at some point. The biggest problems we have is ... Read More
Can I trust Morrocan men in love? by Susudimana
Hi, I met my berber-Morrocan man 2 months ago as he was my tour guide. He proclaimed that he loves me within a few days of meeting (which is flattering but I have alot of doubts on love at first sight). Things heated up between us really quickly, ...
What about immature men anywhere? Read More
use the gym in tangier by ananda80
Hello, I am going to go on vacation to Tangier and I need to use a gym due to my health problems. In Spain I have to go every day. Are the gyms also for women? I'm scared to go alone to ask. Is there a gym that you recommend? My accommodation ...
@ananda8Well, most fitness places in Morocco are male-only, but I’m not sure about in Tangiers. The hammams are for both men and women. I don’t know if that might help Read More
Residence Card by Nana Tee
Hi, I've been in Morocco almost 3 months now. I will be seeking a Certificat d’Immatriculation in order to stay longer. Has anyone done thus process or carte sejour process or is it just better to go to spain every 3 months, or can the border ...
I got mine after getting married to a Moroccan, and even then it took several months. I had a bank account long before that, and I had sufficient income the entire time, so that didn’t help much. Prior to getting my card I did have to leave ... Read More
Met a Moroccan man can I trust him by Helenruth
Met a Moroccan man on Instagram got talking in January 2019 and I went and met him in April he wanted a baby and to get married I ended up getting pregnant but we never got married as things started to go wrong arguing ect he owns to cafes but he ...
This thread seems to have devolved into a « moroccan men are bad » thread. Wow. Men everywhere can be complete a**holes. So can women. Anyway, I have been married to a lovely Moroccan man for almost 9 years. Have we had ... Read More
Is this young Moroccan man playing with me? by GuestPoster7420
I met a young Moroccan man in a ” social media forum” a few month ago and we emediately hit it off. We began speaking every day. I’ve been to Morocco and visit him and his family. I am soon going back but are now having second ...
@jaharmani How many times have you met him in person? And his family? It sounds like it’s all online. Take at least a couple of trips to Morocco for a couple weeks at a time . Meet everyone. Do things together. Get a feel for ... Read More
Moroccan divorce? (I'm in the UK, husband is in Morocco) by travel_addict
I'll try to keep this post short, looking for some guidance/advice please. I'm a British female (living in the UK) and in 2013 I married a Moroccan man in Morocco. He moved to the UK with me but was later removed by the Home Office and sent ...
I don’t know the answer but I am curious to know the answer as well. I did previously read that, at least for an American, both parties need to be present OR have a proxy. Don’t know how that works, either. Read More
Urgent help needed - anyone experienced in this? by Kris2021
Can anyone help, have experience? My very good friend in Marocco, Khemisset, says landlord will clear their apartment if they cannot pay. They have had serious income trouble during pandemic. Of course because of COVID it's hard to find work as ...
No they do not have much help for people at this time. My husband is an out of work tour guide and has not received any assistance whatsoever. Read More
Property return by Vet51
Hi - I have recently left a relationship with a Moroccan man. I was wanting to know the best way to go about obtaining items I have purchased that have been left with him . I am currently back in Australia due to Covid 19 but would like the ...
Oh my. I am only going to give you my opinion, not legal advice. First, I’m sorry you weren’t able to take everything with you when you left. Have you actually spoken to him at all, such as via WhatsApp, messenger, or anything? Do you ... Read More
Moroccan Man by katelynnsmith
Hello, I need help. I have been talking to a Moroccan man for 15 months he is almost 30. Things have been great until he asked me for $22K to show him that I trust him. He said that is a condition. He has no job and I have been taking care of him ...
Well, this I will say, I have had American men do the exact same thing. Does that make all American men liars and greedy and all that? No. In spite of the jerks, there have been some who were OK. Lol! I have now been married to my Moroccan man for ... Read More
Can you collect USA social security benefits while living in Morocco by Larry161
Greetings, All - I retired few years ago and started receiving social security benefits, and now I decided to move to Morocco and live there for good. the question is can I still receive the Social security benefit while living outside of US ? if ...
Also, some banks refund your ATM fees. Charles Schwab is one, so you’re not paying thru the nose for transfer fees. I have one of their debit cards, which works well for me. Read More
Can you collect USA social security benefits while living in Morocco by Larry161
Greetings, All - I retired few years ago and started receiving social security benefits, and now I decided to move to Morocco and live there for good. the question is can I still receive the Social security benefit while living outside of US ? if ...
Oooh, I dont think you can have it deposited into a Moroccan bank. I know that when mine started, 3 years ago, you couldn’t. Neither can you deposit military retirement pay or any such. And nearly all US banks require you to have a US ... Read More
Coronavirus by GuestPoster298
How many expats are in marrakech or morocco during this coronavirus pandemic? They just announced official lockdown and I am feeling uneasy wondering if I should of returned home during this time? Please tell me I'm not alone in this, would ...
Borders are still closed until at least 10 September, at which time another decision will be made. Yes, everyone wants the tourists to come, but it simply isn’t feasible at the moment. My husband is one of many tour guides who have been ... Read More
Possibly spending the winter months in Marrakech by GuestPoster298
Hello/Salam, I'm currently considering coming to Marrakech for the winter months I thought I had a good friend who was going to stay with me ofte (since I don't speak Darja or fluent French and I am wheelchair bound) but I don't. ...
Hi, I started writing a long reply and when I came back to re read your query, it got lost. So, I guess this will be shorter. I would not consider it. I live in Morocco, in the south, but I don’t think Marrakech is much better in some ... Read More
Healthcare in Morocco by JIMMY BOND
I would imagine one can survive in retirement in Morocco but how does one cope with health care. In addition what about pre existing conditions and drugs required
I shattered my ankle 3 years ago. I was transported to Marrakech by “ambulance” and had to pay first before I was admitted to the hospital for surgery. About $6500 up front. I got some of that back from my insurance company, but that ... Read More
Medication in Morocco by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Morocco ...
Postal. Um, doesn’t mention it. Read More
Medication in Morocco by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Morocco ...
Hi Love Vicki, Yes, that works, but not when you’re here for months or years at a time. Read More
Prescription medication
you can receive them here, as long as they are in their original prescription-labeled bottles with your name on them. Controlled substances can also go by Fedex but need additional paperwork. They have info on their website. I hope this helps. Read More
Medication in Morocco by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Morocco ...
I, too, am an American. I don’t usually buy my meds here in Morocco, because I cannot obtain several of them. My mother has to send me some. Anyway, one of my blood pressure meds is not available, nor is one of my allergy drugs, or ... Read More
Criminal record for marriage in morocco by Sana1230
Hello, Please can anyone help us !! My fiancé hve come already to morocco and we got all the paper work but the family court refused the criminal record that he got from the uk so he had to go back again to the uk and apply for it We were ...
I’d get started if I were you Adrienne Read More
Marriage in Morocco - Police Certificate by srichar3
I wish to marry my Moroccan fiance, I understand I will require a police certificate however I am a UK national but I reside in UAE, will I require a police certificate from UAE, UK or both? Thanks
Usually you go to your local sheriff’s office or such to be fingerprinted. Yes, they have to go to the FBI for the records check. It takes a few weeks. Morocco requires that you show you aren’t a criminal. ... Read More
Visitor Resident Card means of subsistance requirement by chakib422123
Hi All, We planned with my wife to settle a bit in morroco this year to try life here. I am already in morroco Tangier and my wife joins in 3 months. So I originally wanted to stay in Tangier, I went to the foreigners office and for the Visitor ...
I showed bank statements, but I also had to show proof of where the money comes from. I have pensions so I has to show proof that they pay me monthly. Read More
Buy new furniture local in Marrakesh or buy and ship from the US?
I dont know about things like US-style couches, chairs, etc, as far as prices, but I will tell you not to expect Lane or LaZBoy quality. Also, comfort level is way different here ,from what I've experienced. Very firm (hard) seating, couches, ... Read More
US Citizen Bank Account Morocco by shukranmv
Hi, I am wondering if it is possible for me as a US citizen to open a bank account in Morocco. Am I able to do this without proof of a Moroccan residence?
If its money you earned overseas then, yes, you have to pay taxes in it. But if it's your own money transferred from the states then no. Read More
Regions in Morocco where different Moroccan products are made? by urbanshopping101
To my understanding certain areas in Morocco specialize in producing certain things. For example: Fez is know for leather Certain areas are known for Saffron Certain areas are know for Hash ( not looking to buy ... just an example) Any know of ...
Also I believe bellows are made in Tinghir Read More
Regions in Morocco where different Moroccan products are made? by urbanshopping101
To my understanding certain areas in Morocco specialize in producing certain things. For example: Fez is know for leather Certain areas are known for Saffron Certain areas are know for Hash ( not looking to buy ... just an example) Any know of ...
Rose products (rose water, creams, lotions, soaps, etc) : Kelaat m'Gouna (souss) Read More
British marrying a Moroccan by Guestposter6955
Hi, I am a British female student. My partner is a Moroccan man. We are engaged, looking to be married around April. At the moment, we are aware of certain types of documents required to be married, such as passport, four passport-sized ...
You should check with your embassy, as they have all of that information for you. Read More
Is this young Moroccan man playing with me? by GuestPoster7420
I met a young Moroccan man in a ” social media forum” a few month ago and we emediately hit it off. We began speaking every day. I’ve been to Morocco and visit him and his family. I am soon going back but are now having second ...
Wiw. Some people are really negative. I know plenty of young moroccan men happily married to older foreigners. At least 6 or 7. I don't know anyone who got married to a foreign woman just to get away. I'm sure they exist, just that I ... Read More
Is $1500/month enough to live in Morocco . by Kaiser.rehman
Hi Is $1500/month a good money to live in Morocco . I am a professional Software Programmer and work for a UK based company with other freelance work aswell. I would need a separate apartment and a dedicated good internet and am planning to live ...
HI, It all depends on where you will be living and how frugal you are. I live in a rural area where it can be very inexpensive to live, but then i also have a car so insurance, registration, inspections, fuel add up. Before we bought our house, ... Read More
British Female Marrying Moroccan we need help :/ by Trickyv
Hi I need some advise, am looking on lots of different web pages & the jargon is driving me crazy. My fiancé works in UAE and has taken a month off in January so we can get married in Morocco. His family home is there & his mum will ...
I can only help a tiny bit since it differs for British and Americans. I only needed police check in order to live in Morocco and get my residency. I can tell you for sure that you dont need any certificate or whatever about being Muslim. Women ... Read More
Looking at Morocco for retirement living and marriage by LeatherLace
Greetings all and thank you for reading my post and if you respond with comment. My first one here. About me: USA, Female- Age 58, divorced, Bilingul (Spanish) open minded, love meeting people, exploring life and the world. Never too old to learn ...
Well. I have an opinion for you (who doesn't?). Sounds liie you are up for an adventure and I say go for it! I was here in Morocco in 2013 as a tourist. I met an absolutely wonderful man. Came for another visit a few minths later to sort of ... Read More
Foreigners living in Morocco by Laila Darwiche
Hi all, My first topic in here :) Well well, I m a Moroccan married to a Lebanese and currently in Lebanon for a short period just to adjust some docs for my Daughter. but we will be relocating to Morocco by April and was wondering if any of you ...
It all depends. Again, best to check their website. Fir the US, for example, you need to fill out a lengthy application online, then make an appoiyat the consulate, then show up with photos, and the receipt for the cost, ID of course, and then get ... Read More
Foreigners living in Morocco by Laila Darwiche
Hi all, My first topic in here :) Well well, I m a Moroccan married to a Lebanese and currently in Lebanon for a short period just to adjust some docs for my Daughter. but we will be relocating to Morocco by April and was wondering if any of you ...
It depends which other country. They all have different cost, usually on the consulate or embassy website Read More
Divorce and marriage by Dunigoat
False marriage documents, My son a British man was married 9 years ago to a Moroccan woman, after living together in France for 6 years the marriage failed, he met another Moroccan woman from same family and moved back to Morocco after they had ...
Well, just my 2-cents worth: I am an older, retired woman, married to an Amazir man who makes good money as a tour guide. We have been together 5 years and he doesnt even want to visit the US. I have my residency card, we own our own home and ... Read More
Transferring money from the US to Morroco by ramko61
I read on this forum that it is better to use exchange companies instead of financial institutions. Can someone explain, in their experience, why it is better? I checked with my bank and brokerage companies, The cost for international wire ...
50,000 USD per month? Thats an awfully large amount of money. You cant transfer more than 10,000 USD without answering a LOT of questions and possibly special paperwork. So, i hope you're referring to MAD? Read More
Marriage Rules by sueali
Hi Everyone. Im a bit stumped. I live in Ontario, Canada. I am married to a man who is from Norway. We are in the process of a separation. Nothing has been finalized. I have recently found strong evidence through social media that he has married ...
Yes, Ali is correct. Unless you know which municipality it was in, it wiuld be very difficult to find out. Unless maybe he got married and then used that as a reason to get a residency card? Then MAYBE the national poluce woukd have that ... Read More
police clearance
Not sure if youre in UAE. Here tou would just go to the local police station. You might need to come back here to do it. I'm pretty sure you need to do it in person Read More
New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Morocco forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Ok then... My name is Adrienne (Malika down here). I’m from the USA and I have lived here a bit more than 4 years. I’m married to a Moroccan man and we live in (Tamazight). He grew up down here, in Boumalne Dades. We bought a house here ... Read More
Transferring money from the US to Morroco by ramko61
I read on this forum that it is better to use exchange companies instead of financial institutions. Can someone explain, in their experience, why it is better? I checked with my bank and brokerage companies, The cost for international wire ...
Wow. This was a while ago when you wrote this. But. Yes, I have. Experience both ways. Depending on how much you are transferring at a time, it can be a lot less expensive to do it with a company. I use World Remit personally. You’ll need ... Read More
Transfering money from Morocco by Bilal Kh
Hello guys! I am from Norway and i have inherit some money from my grandpather that is moroccan. I am buying a house here in Norway and I find it very difficult to get any info online about this. If I have an bank account in Morocco, is it possible ...
You should be able to do an international wire transfer. Check with your bank there first. Read More
Living in rural/blad areas by Mimwha
Hi/Salaam Does anyone live in the rural areas of morocco? if so how is it?
I live in a fairly rural area and I’ve been here 4 years. I love it, but I’m married to a local. Where I live most people speak (Tamazight) and Darija. I love the peace and quiet, the laid-back lifestyle, the friendliness of the people. ... Read More
Online shopping Amazon etc.. by hkh m43
Salaam/Peace! How is the online shopping experience in Morocco, both domestically and internationally? Anyone have good/bad experiences with deliveries from local sites or international sites in the US, Europe and China? Thanks/Shukran
I buy things off of eBay , some stuff from China, etc. Takes a long time, but nothing has ever gone missing. Yeh, Amazon is a joke as far as shipping goes. Read More