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AlanWB

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@AlanWB

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Australian looking for information about Spain

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35

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About me

Australian

Lives in Malaga, Andalusia

Speaks English, Lebanese, Darija, Hindi, Urdu, Some Spanish

Registration: 25 August 2019

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
7 months ago
Haroonahmed

Divorce in Morocco by Haroonahmed

Hi, I just wanted some clarity on a matter. Long story short. I married in Morocco January 2019. She moved to Ukraine right away and was cheating on me. She was in a relationship and expecting the other person's child. I have her an ...

AlanWB

Hi there,I'd say your best bet is to contact the Moroccan embassy in your country and proceed from there. Also get advice from your government agencies like immigration and social services.You may not get real help here on the forum. People are ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
11 months ago
AlanWB

Where should I live in Spain? by AlanWB

Hi everyone.I'm planning on moving from Australia to Spain soon. Mostly to relax, maybe look at running a small business once I'm bored of all the relaxing 😆 I've been to Malaga and Algeciras and liked the places because the people are ...

AlanWB

@furisernWow 😳 that's really good and an honest write-up.Very informative too, so thank you for taking your time and sharing your experiences.Yes, in terms of winter temperatures I'm a little worried. I'm not a fan of the cold weather. I was ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
11 months ago
AlanWB

Where should I live in Spain? by AlanWB

Hi everyone.I'm planning on moving from Australia to Spain soon. Mostly to relax, maybe look at running a small business once I'm bored of all the relaxing 😆 I've been to Malaga and Algeciras and liked the places because the people are ...

AlanWB

😂 That's good mate! Thank you for the advice and info. I'll most probably be flying to Bilbao before the end of the year to check it out. Love the look of the place, very nice and clean. I'd like to see how cold it gets around Christmas.Then ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB created a thread
11 months ago

Where should I live in Spain?

Hi everyone.I'm planning on moving from Australia to Spain soon. Mostly to relax, maybe look at running a small business once I'm bored of all the relaxing 😆 I've been to Malaga and Algeciras and liked the places because the people are ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
2 years ago
Shannan

Prenup in Morocco by Shannan

If an American citizen decides to marry a Moroccan and both ppl want a prenup does that couple need two prenup agreements like one from USA and one from Morocco or if both are living in Morocco just one translated in both languages... Thanks guys

AlanWB

Forgive me but it seems your relationship lacks trust.  When you wed someone you do not think of personal wealth.  You have trust joy and joint ambition.  If there is concern about wealth do not marry I say. I do see problems ahead ... Read More

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AlanWB replied to a thread
2 years ago
AlanWB

Personal tax table online - tax rate is TOO HIGH! by AlanWB

Hi everyone.There is some confusion online as to whether the tax structure is in Dirhams, Us dollars or Euros! Companies providing the tax tables tend to provide them in dollars or Euros.Looking at the Moroccan tax tables, it seems the personal ...

AlanWB

Thank you Mouad.I will contact you again when I'm in Morocco.Regards. Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB created a thread
2 years ago

Personal tax table online - tax rate is TOO HIGH!

Hi everyone.There is some confusion online as to whether the tax structure is in Dirhams, Us dollars or Euros! Companies providing the tax tables tend to provide them in dollars or Euros.Looking at the Moroccan tax tables, it seems the personal ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
2 years ago
GuestPoster114477

My car in morocco by GuestPoster114477

While I have been away in England my partner has allowed his brother to use my car without my permission.The car and insurance are in my name.Is it legal for him to drive it without my permission?

AlanWB

@Sal23Most definitely not! He has no written permission from you. Major dramas if he is involved in an accident! Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
2 years ago
GuestPoster17789

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 ...

AlanWB

@infomovarts Muslims are NOT allowed to marry kafirs (non believing people) because it creates conflict in almost every part of their married life. Please study the Qur'an before you put comments like these in a public forum.You also seem to be ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
2 years ago
GuestPoster17789

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 ...

AlanWB

The bride must belong to one of the monotheistic religions to marry within Morocco.A Muslim man is allowed to marry a Christian or a Jew because all three religions are monotheistic and believe in the God of Abraham (PBUH), whether he is called, ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
3 years ago
JosephE1!

Marriage in Morocco: Male Blessing & Private Maher Announcement by JosephE1!

My fiances (Moroccan Born Female/ 25 Years Old) father passed away and she has a question regarding a male to sign on her behalf during the aadoul marriage process. Her father has passed away, and would prefer not asking another male uncle due to ...

AlanWB

@JosephE1! Salam binisba l3doul la makai9louch kolchi mera mera kaisewel each khditi seda9ek Safi .w Chi wahdin kaijiw widirou l3red Safi . Wbinisba l oum kafiya Bach thder. Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
3 years ago
AlanWB

Private health care service provider choice by AlanWB

Hi all.I have some questions regarding healthcare providers in Morocco:1 Which healthcare provider have you chosen and why?2. Which ones to avoid and why?3. Monthly charge for the cover4. Waiting periods5. Ease of access to benefits6. How long have ...

AlanWB

Salam Ayoub.We are looking at the levels of service provided and the costs associated with them. For example, the level of hospital cover, choice of doctors, etc Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB created a thread
3 years ago

Private health care service provider choice

Hi all.I have some questions regarding healthcare providers in Morocco:1 Which healthcare provider have you chosen and why?2. Which ones to avoid and why?3. Monthly charge for the cover4. Waiting periods5. Ease of access to benefits6. How long have ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB created a thread
3 years ago

Taxes and tax structure information please

Hi everyone,Where can one get a copies of the tax structure in Morocco. We're after taxes (in English plz):1. When buying/selling properties,2. Goods and services taxes (GST/VAT, etc),3. Employee benefits and taxation tables,4. Employer ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
3 years ago
AlanWB

Setting up a small to medium business in Tangier by AlanWB

Hi guys. Anyone recommend Tangier as a great place to set up a business?Has anyone set up a small business in any of the cities? We're interested in the tax rates, etc for SME's.Any aid or special offers by the Federal or local governments to ...

AlanWB

@Cheryl.We have several options we need to narrow down. This depends on the tax structure, Govt concessions, and ROI. Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB created a thread
3 years ago

Setting up a small to medium business in Tangier

Hi guys. Anyone recommend Tangier as a great place to set up a business?Has anyone set up a small business in any of the cities? We're interested in the tax rates, etc for SME's.Any aid or special offers by the Federal or local governments to ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
3 years ago
U M52

Best cleanest, quietest cities in Morocco by U M52

I am planning to relocate from Australia to Morocco. I have been to Casablanca twice for about 3 months together. I have been told that the cleanest, quietest cities to settle in Morocco are Ifrane and Tangier. Do you agree that and what would you ...

AlanWB

Hi guys. Anyone recommend Tangier?Did anyone set up a small business in any of the cities? I'm interested in the tax rates, etc for SME's. Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
3 years ago
U M52

Best cleanest, quietest cities in Morocco by U M52

I am planning to relocate from Australia to Morocco. I have been to Casablanca twice for about 3 months together. I have been told that the cleanest, quietest cities to settle in Morocco are Ifrane and Tangier. Do you agree that and what would you ...

AlanWB

@U M52 Great to know another Aussie is intending to relocate to Morocco. I'm in a similar situation to you, undecided for about a year now. (Torn between going to Malaga, Fes, or Tangier.)You may want to find out a few more things before you make a ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
3 years ago
munnisa73

Hi All Members of Morroco Pakistani community by munnisa73

Hi Bro i m Umar from Spain . Hope all you'll be fine.I want to communicate any Pakistani person who live in marroco for further discussion regarding settlement in marroco.Waiting your answer.Thanks!

AlanWB

@munnisa73 Hi Umar. Why do you want to settle in Morocco? Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
3 years ago
Mickael

Your best culinary memory in Morocco by Mickael

Hello everyone, As you know, every country has its own flavours and tasting the local cuisine is a great way to discover the culture of a destination. Whether it's a small typical restaurant to taste local dishes, a traditional meal in a local's ...

AlanWB

@Mickael : For me - tajine, zaalouk, and harira. Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
3 years ago

Moroccan marriage fraud

@chinono3936 Hey Chino,You've obviously been burnt. Please read my replies in this post.EVERY country has scammers, it has nothing to do with religion because good people don't do this sort of thing.Now let's talk about people getting burnt: These ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
3 years ago
Guest6788

Moroccan marriage fraud by Guest6788

Hello, I met a Moroccan tour guide 10 years ago while on vacation there , We fell deeply in love (or so it seemed ) We were both married at the time , so this came as quite an unexpected shock.I was in an unhappy marriage but had a son and just ...

AlanWB

Hi everyone.Why are there so many complaints? One thing for sure.... You are not using your heads. Mail order brides and husband's, generally, are scams.They are desperate to get out of the country and they see you as one whose desperate for a life ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
4 years ago
Diksha

Investing in Morocco by Diksha

Hello everyone, During your expatriation in Morocco, you might have been made aware of interesting investment schemes (local or international). Whether one wants to make money grow, protect oneself or prepare for retirement, investment is always ...

AlanWB

Salam to everyone. As a foreigner married to a lovely Moroccan lady, I'd love to invest in Morocco. However, after reading horror stories about people having great difficulties taking their money our of the country and having to jump through ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
4 years ago
Guest6788

Moroccan marriage fraud by Guest6788

Hello, I met a Moroccan tour guide 10 years ago while on vacation there , We fell deeply in love (or so it seemed ) We were both married at the time , so this came as quite an unexpected shock.I was in an unhappy marriage but had a son and just ...

AlanWB

Just to add one more thing..... Since you have his name, pictures and where he and his family live in Morocco, make a YouTube video and post it for his community to see the truth about him, the vehicle he drives and the house he lives in is yours - ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
4 years ago
Guest6788

Moroccan marriage fraud by Guest6788

Hello, I met a Moroccan tour guide 10 years ago while on vacation there , We fell deeply in love (or so it seemed ) We were both married at the time , so this came as quite an unexpected shock.I was in an unhappy marriage but had a son and just ...

AlanWB

Salams and "Hi" to everyone. So sorry to hear of your unfortunate situation. I am an Australian married to a lovely Moroccan lady. She comes from a good, respectable family and is a very decent person. I'm only telling you this ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
5 years ago
Diksha

Moving to Morocco just before the crisis by Diksha

Hi everybody, Taking the plunge and daring to move abroad is a real challenge, but when your move to Morocco is marked by an unprecedented health, social and economic crisis, as we have been experiencing for just over a year, this change can be ...

AlanWB

Hi Arif, Good encouraging words from you. Thank you for that. Where are you ATM? Please stay in contact. Kind regards. Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
5 years ago
Diksha

Moving to Morocco just before the crisis by Diksha

Hi everybody, Taking the plunge and daring to move abroad is a real challenge, but when your move to Morocco is marked by an unprecedented health, social and economic crisis, as we have been experiencing for just over a year, this change can be ...

AlanWB

Salam and Sabah al kher to one and all. My dear wife is Moroccan and I love Morocco. My wife and I would love to move from Australia and settle in Morocco as soon as possible but there are two major problems (level of health care and high ... Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
5 years ago
adzbudz

Teaching English in Morocco...? by adzbudz

Hi, I would like to teach English in Morocco and I just wanted to know about what this experience was like for anyone who has done this? Also are there any culture shocks that I should be aware of? Any other tips/advice would also be greatly ...

AlanWB

Hello Norcal. Interesting reading your comment. Any ideas what it's like teaching English or engineering courses in Spain? Read More

AlanWB
AlanWB replied to a thread
5 years ago
Haroonahmed

Divorce in Morocco by Haroonahmed

Hi, I just wanted some clarity on a matter. Long story short. I married in Morocco January 2019. She moved to Ukraine right away and was cheating on me. She was in a relationship and expecting the other person's child. I have her an ...

AlanWB

Salam wa alaykoum brother, It's sad to read about your case. I'm an Australian happily married to my wife from Morocco for the last 4 years. Can you please clarify if your ex is a Moroccan woman or East European and you two got hitched in ... Read More

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