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idouarab2712 created a thread
last year

Aduol - Marriage Competency Certificate

Why am I still receiving emails from this website after I unsubscribed?what does it take to get this done? is this place run by cowboys? Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
last year
Tee Whysea

Moroccan Man - Opposite of Normal Red Flags? by Tee Whysea

Hi there, I stumbled upon this forum while googling about cultural behaviour in a relationship with Moroccans. I found a lot of posts and comments about fraud/scams, and I know there are people who just want money or a way to get citizenship/a ...

@joslynbrie95i did not know that devoted muslims are allowed to have girlfriends and boyfriends or sex outside the marriage. 🤔 Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
last year
Bill Shepherd

Renewal of British passport in Morocco by Bill Shepherd

Hi all -I hope someone can help me as the relevant HMPO webpages are simply not clear. Can a British citizen renew a British passport while in Morocco on a 90-day tourist visa?Thanks in advance!Bill

@Bill ShepherdThe British Embassy in Rabat and the Honorary Consulate in Marrakech in Morocco both provide consular support for British nationals living in and visiting the country. You can contact the British consulate in the UK by calling +44 ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
natalie coleman

Buying land in Essaouria by natalie coleman

Hi Could I ask for some advice please? I am considering an opportunity here, to set up a guest house in the countryside about 20 mins outside Essaouira with a Moroccan chef friend of mine who would work there and take care of the AIrbnb while I live ...

@natalie colemanin morocco if things are not in your name you will have no legal right to them. people in morocco have and are losing properties with legal deeds to them. please think before departing with your hard earned cash.. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
nerrondani12

Open bank account by nerrondani12

Is it possible to open a bank account if have a status of visitor (Canadian) if I stay less than consecutive 90 days 2 times per year. I will alternate my stay in Tangier 3 months and 3 months Abu Dhabi Daniel

@nerrondani12 As a foreigner, you'll need to provide the following documents to open a bank account in Morocco: Passport: A valid, up-to-date passport is mandatory. Proof of address: This can be a rental agreement or a recent utility bill. HSBC do ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
Ali25y

Moroccan banks . by Ali25y

Hi everyone. I am interested in buying a apartment in Tangiers, I am from the u.k I know the buying process and am at the stage of opening a convertible dirham account. I opened one with BMCE last year but closed it as they were totally useless .Any ...

@Ali25y all the bank in morocco are useless. opening a bank accout to show that the money has come from the uk is good idea. Dirham convertable account is the right way to go. As you probably know all the banks in morocco charge you regular fees ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
Guest9764

How can I get a English speaking friend? by Guest9764

As any seasoned English learner who doesn’t live in an English-speaking country, I was always eager to find people to speak English with. so if you live in rabat i want to meet you and speak anglais 😊

@anarajelsehraoui8 the best way for to learn english is to watch english channels like the BBC or watch slow passed films where you can understand what was said. There are lots of options online too. like this one bellow. i hope that this ... Read More

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idouarab2712 created a thread
2 years ago

Need help , please

@Muhammmad why can’t you buy it yourself? you don’t need moroccan sim card for whatsapp. you can use any sim card from any country for this. sim card can be used for illegal activities or terrorism. you shouldn’t be asking people ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
LelaLu

Marriage in Morocco by LelaLu

What does it mean to be married by Muslim law in Morocco?

@LelaLu don’t do it. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
idouarab2712

Spanish or English speakers in Kenitra or Rabat by idouarab2712

@Angeles Saaid ladies only?😕

@stumpy it was joke dummo Read More

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idouarab2712 created a thread
2 years ago

Spanish or English speakers in Kenitra or Rabat

@Angeles Saaid ladies only?😕 Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
ishraz007

Moving to agadir from uk by ishraz007

Hi looking to relocate from UK to agadir.Any advice on setting up a business in agadir and average costs of living for a family of 5

@ishraz007 for more informations. ***. uk number. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
ishraz007

Moving to agadir from uk by ishraz007

Hi looking to relocate from UK to agadir.Any advice on setting up a business in agadir and average costs of living for a family of 5

@ishraz007 it all depends on whete you want to live in Agadir. are you planning to rent or buy? what kind of business are you planning to start? renting will set back between 3000 to 15000 dirhams a month ( for a family of 5 ) depending where you ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
Julien

New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Morocco forum? Don't 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 your ...

@garchitorenarosemarie in Agadir? Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
lornachayes

Looking for advice 👀 need repairs by lornachayes

Hi there. my name is Lorna. We bought a Riad in the Medina in 2019. We have yet to spend more time here as a family. What a beautiful city. We need some repairs to the Riad and someone to maybe manage it when we are not in the country. Would anyone ...

@lornachayest be very very careful. best advice you will get. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
ishraz007

Moving to agadir by ishraz007

Hi Looking to move to agadir from UK.Any advice on roughly how much will living expenses be for family of 4Would be looking to rent 4 bedroom and set up a business in future Advise on schools and other information would be greatful

@ishraz007 if you are looking for a large accomodation to rent in Agadir let me know. i am from leicester Uk. i can also put you in touch with people who would help you set up business like a lawyer, a Notaire, ..etc Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
laurencej96

Mixed Marriage - British/Moroccan by laurencej96

Good Evening.i am looking to marry my fiancee whom is a Moroccan citizen. I am British.it is 5 weeks until I travel back to Morocco, so I am in the process of obtaining my documents.so far I have;Birth CertificateLetter of employment and wage slips8 ...

@mohammedalimahmood24 it sounds good the only thing that they pay attention to is the issue date. make sure the date it was issued is less than 3 months. i hope that this helps. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 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 ...

@Berberroots if they married in Morocco he should be able to divorce her easy. I don’t see the problem here? Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
2 years ago
shakeelakhtar53

Pakistani Pharmacist wants to work in Morocco by shakeelakhtar53

What is the procedure for registration of PAKISTANI PHARMACIST in MOROCCO.Any website or link of government organization who deals with registration and licenses of pharmacist in morroco, please

@shakeelakhtar53 first of all you need to make sure that your pharmacy diploma is recognised and equivalent to the Moroccan one or better. Otherwise you are wasting your time. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
JosephE1!

Moroccan Drb Sdak: Home Marriage Ideas, Opinions & Advice by JosephE1!

Hi everyone,can anyone recommend a Moroccan wedding or event planner? It's not exactly a wedding, but when my wife and I have our marriage contract signing (sdak) at her home, we would like to gather ideas for the celebration, decorations, and ...

@JosephE1! Sdak is generally a small ceremony ( like an engagement ) where immediate family and friends attend the celebration with you. The wedding is a completely different thing. Save your money for the wedding if there is one. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Susudimana

My Moroccan Boyfriend is not as responsive by Susudimana

Hi All,I did a post last week about how met my berber-Morrocan man 2 months ago as he was my tour guide. And he continued to video call me and text me regularly for up to a month after I came home. However this week he is suddenly very distant, ...

@Susudimana give yourselves some space to clear your heads. If this is just a holiday romance it will fade away by itself. If he is genuinely busy he will get back to you. Relationships take time and efforts from both sides. I hope that this helps. ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Susudimana

My Moroccan Boyfriend is not as responsive by Susudimana

Hi All,I did a post last week about how met my berber-Morrocan man 2 months ago as he was my tour guide. And he continued to video call me and text me regularly for up to a month after I came home. However this week he is suddenly very distant, ...

@Rondainmarrakesch where did you get the idea that “ most of them are Berber and married “ from? Are you a racist ? Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Tayeb101

Thoughts about redflags before marriage by Tayeb101

The first time I checked the UCSIS to know why she said the marriage will be complicated, I saw a warning about scams.While I personally did not have much doubts about her, it is normal for me at least to research and understand what these scams ...

@Tayeb101 the only problem I can see in this relationship is you. Too many negative thoughts and bad predictions. You approach to this relationship is based on suspicions which are created in your mind. You think that this lady only wants to marry ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
hn241

UK guy trying to get some insight by hn241

Met a girl last time I was in Morocco at her place of work she was a receptionist, I wasn’t looking to meet anyone but she seemed cool and I asked her if she wanted to get some food so I could get to know her. Long story short we have been ...

@hn241 what kind of relationship are you actually looking for? Suspicious person like you should be honest and talk to this lady about your concerns. She will probably understand or just tell you to find someone else. Either way you will find out. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
hn241

UK guy trying to get some insight by hn241

Met a girl last time I was in Morocco at her place of work she was a receptionist, I wasn’t looking to meet anyone but she seemed cool and I asked her if she wanted to get some food so I could get to know her. Long story short we have been ...

@hn241 the only thing that’s sinister here is you. You will not get someone more genuine that this lady who is offering you to meet her parents and she has no intentions of leaving Morocco. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Fatiha Lasmak

Divorcing a uk national by Fatiha Lasmak

Hi all I am a moroccan national my husband is a English national we came from the uk to Morocco in March 2011.after 3 days he left me here and have not seen him since. I have spoken to him on the phone 2 years ago but he refuses to sign a divorce ...

@Fatiha Lasmak Good evening Fatiha. Can I ask why aren’t you seeking divorce in the uk courts? Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
aviator1

Holiday Apartment Tangier by aviator1

Hello All!I hope you're all doing well! I am looking to spend a few days in Tangier at the end of August with my in laws. I was hoping to rent an apartment/flat for 3 or 4 nights. Other than AirBnB does anyone have any recommendations on how to go ...

@aviator1 do it online. People who walk around with the keys are just middlemen who rip people off especially tourists. There are lots of websites with reasonable prices especially outside the school holidays. I hope that this helps. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
JohnnieMac

Agadir Connections by JohnnieMac

Hello everyone,I live half of my time in Scotland and the other half in Morocco, with my base in Agadir. I am an agricultural developer, and I work in soft fruit at the moment, with much of the development in North and South Morocco.I am connecting ...

@JohnnieMac Good morning Johnnie. I am from England ( Leicester ) and spend lots of time in Agadir. It will be nice to meet up with people from Uk . Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Lionessx

British Citizen marrying fiancé in Morocco - Paperwork query by Lionessx

Hi there, I’m a British Citizen looking to marry my fiancé in August... Just sorting out the paperwork and this is puzzling me a bit... I understand all the paperwork required for marriage etc however, along with our official documents ...

@Mahmood M.Douglas https://www.book-consular-appointment.service.gov.uk/TimeSelection?location=54&service=20 Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Lionessx

British Citizen marrying fiancé in Morocco - Paperwork query by Lionessx

Hi there, I’m a British Citizen looking to marry my fiancé in August... Just sorting out the paperwork and this is puzzling me a bit... I understand all the paperwork required for marriage etc however, along with our official documents ...

@Mahmood M.Douglas please be aware of the scammers. Appointments to the British embassy or consulate are NOT provided by third parties in Morocco. Appointments are made directly via the embassy’s websites. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Julien

New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Morocco forum? Don't 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 your ...

@Sofiia Lizanets Good morning Sophie. Darija is not an official language with can be learned in a normal way. Darija is more like dialect ( street language ) specific to North African countries ( with slight variations). Darija can not be learned ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Susudimana

My Moroccan Boyfriend is not as responsive by Susudimana

Hi All,I did a post last week about how met my berber-Morrocan man 2 months ago as he was my tour guide. And he continued to video call me and text me regularly for up to a month after I came home. However this week he is suddenly very distant, ...

@Susudimana he is probably busy with a new client tour guiding them and selling them the same dream. He will probably get back to you if things do not work up to satisfaction with this client. 🤷🏼‍♂️ Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Susudimana

My Moroccan Boyfriend is not as responsive by Susudimana

Hi All,I did a post last week about how met my berber-Morrocan man 2 months ago as he was my tour guide. And he continued to video call me and text me regularly for up to a month after I came home. However this week he is suddenly very distant, ...

@Susudimana he is probably busy with a new client tour guiding them and selling the same dream as everyone else. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Kage BoilingTuber

British citizen stuck in a marriage, need help on divorce by Kage BoilingTuber

Dear all lovely people.My heart has been broken 💔 I got legally married in Mid October.Went over in December again to do prep work for my wedding ceremony in May 2023.Since after the marriage my wife's behaviour changed.In December we had an ...

@aishahm no one is blaming him. You need to grow up. Sex tourism is a growing problem in Morocco and everyone can see that young ladies and yound men in Morocco are generally after money or a chance to get to Europe. Who blames them when people ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
irenegambari

Buy an apartment in Marrakech by irenegambari

Hiii everyone,I'm Italian woman, i 'd like to buy an apartament in Marrakech...I've already found what interests me...but I want to understand what I have to do to be in order...In these last months I have tried to get information with all the ...

@irenegambari try to contact your consulate in Marrakesh to put in contact with reputable people and companies for this, there a lots of bad crooks in this areas who will steal your money.The vice consulate of Italy in Marrakech is located at 2 Rue ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Helenruth

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 ...

@RR@ I agree with you on this but the ladies are now the main breadwinners in Morocco while their husbands,boyfriends,fathers sit all day in Coffee shops smoking or doing drugs and force their ladies to support their lazy habits. Things ladies do to ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Kage BoilingTuber

British citizen stuck in a marriage, need help on divorce by Kage BoilingTuber

Dear all lovely people.My heart has been broken 💔 I got legally married in Mid October.Went over in December again to do prep work for my wedding ceremony in May 2023.Since after the marriage my wife's behaviour changed.In December we had an ...

@Kage BoilingTuber stay away and consider yourself lucky. You should have seen the signs earlier. If your marriage was done under the Islamic religion she will have a hard time divorcing you. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
volftommy854

Urgent Question about Moroccan family law by volftommy854

I would appreciate your support, guidance, or assistance.I am a Belgian national who is married to a Moroccan woman and has three children, all born in Morocco, lived there together for about 6 years.We just relocated to the European Union, canceled ...

@volftommy854 you are stuffed ( screwed) my friend. Just move on with your life. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Guest9235

Opinions please by Guest9235

Husband and I have been married for over a year. He does not work but actively seeking. He lives morocco and I am in the UK until I move there ( he did come uk but it did not suit him). Our marraige is not registered in morocco and he has delayed ...

@Aisham02with everything that he is doing to you and still not getting it? I don’t believe that you are asking for what to do in here. This person is definitely taking you for a mug. This is not a relationship of equals. It’s definitely ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Guest9235

Register marraige by Guest9235

Hi, myself (british) and moroccan husband have been legally married for over a year. He is delaying getting our marraige registered in morocco and this is causing some concerns. ( he is in morocco im in uk until i move there) He had recently told me ...

@Aisham02 The best advice you can get will be from the British consulate in Morocco. Anything else is just speculation.https://www.gov.uk/world/moroccocall +212 (0) 537 63 33 33 good luck Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
glennpr

Understanding Darija by glennpr

I saw recently a topic about how to say things in Darija, the item was about ordering tea. But my question is, is there a realible site or better still books on the Darija language. The online sites ive been on seem ok until i tty to tell my ...

@glennpr Darija is a language that only spoken but not written. It’s not a proper Arabic as we know it. It’s more of a dialect which is only spoken in Morocco. Unfortunately most Moroccans are now writing it in French. There no books or ... Read More

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3 years ago
Mark Little

Can I scrap my uk registered car in Morocco by Mark Little

The engine has completely broke on our car whilst we are driving through Morocco. Can we scrap it here?

@Mark Little if the car is stamped in your passport at the entry point to Morocco or registered to you at the entry point you will have to take it out of the country. If it’s beyond repair and the only solution is scraping it you need to check ... Read More

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3 years ago
My Mine

Find a missing person by My Mine

How i can find a man from Morocco that i've met before?

@My Mine generally men is Morocco always hang out in the same places unless their have something better to do. Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
ItsWhatever

Rights of the foreign wife in regards to Children by ItsWhatever

Hi everyone, I was curious to know if anyone knows about the rights of the foreign wife in Morocco. for example if we were to ever split would all rights over children go to the Moroccan husband automatically? I am asking this because I have family ...

@ItsWhatever your rights will depend on how big and deep your wallet is full stop Read More

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3 years ago
kitty0511

Marriage in Marocco by kitty0511

I need a opinion. I met my boyfriend 6 months ago online. At the beginning he was very good with me, he wanted to marry me fast as possible . Then the problems started. He got the wedding dress for me and I never tried if it even fits me. The same ...

@kitty0511 run . Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
srichar3

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

@srichar3 I strongly suggest that you make some inquiries at the Moroccan consulate in the UAE. knowing how things sometimes work in Morocco they will probably ask for both. If your fiancé or his relatives live in Morocco ask them to go to ... Read More

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idouarab2712 replied to a thread
3 years ago
srichar3

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

@Howcanihelp I strongly suggest that you make some inquiries at the Moroccan consulate in the UAE. knowing how things sometimes work in Morocco they will probably ask for both. If your fiancé or his relatives live in Morocco ask them to go to ... Read More

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idouarab2712 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 ...

@mariano fernandez las personas desesperadas se comportan de manera extraña, especialmente cuando se trata de buscar el amor. Read More

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idouarab2712 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 ...

@Bewareofmorocco lots of sad stories here. All blaming Moroccan men? It’s the desperate ladies that allow that are allowing this to happen. The ladies who can’t or wouldn’t look or find a relationship in their home countries. ... Read More

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