🌐 Introduction
With affordable living, sunny weather, and growing internet access, Morocco is becoming a rising hotspot for digital nomads in 2025.
But how easy is it really to work remotely from cities like Marrakech, Agadir, or Casablanca?
This guide covers everything a digital nomad in Morocco needs to know — from visas and SIM cards to coworking spots, safety, and cost of living.
🛂 Do You Need a Digital Nomad Visa?
As of 2025, Morocco does not have an official digital nomad visa — but:
- 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇨🇦 Citizens can stay up to 90 days visa-free
- Many nomads extend by exiting and re-entering
- Long-term? Apply for the residency permit (Carte de Séjour)
✅ Pro tip: Renting a long-term apartment + proof of funds is usually enough for residency approval.
🏙️ Best Cities in Morocco for Digital Nomads
| City | Highlights | Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakech | Cafés, coworking, fast Wi-Fi | Energetic, cultural |
| Agadir | Beach life, calm, affordable | Relaxed, sunny |
| Casablanca | Modern, big city, fast internet | Professional |
| Taghazout | Surf + startup scene + retreats | Chill, global |
| Rabat | Clean, diplomatic, great Wi-Fi | Low-key upscale |
📌 Nomads often rotate between cities to experience different lifestyles.
💰 Cost of Living for Nomads
| Expense | Monthly Avg (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1BR Apartment | $300 – $500 |
| Groceries | $150 – $200 |
| Coworking Pass | $60 – $100 |
| Mobile Data | $5 – $10 |
| Coffee & Meals | $100 – $200 |
✅ Total monthly: $800 – $1,200 USD, depending on lifestyle
🌐 Internet & SIM Cards
- Mobile Internet (10GB): ~$5
- Providers: INWI, Orange Maroc, Maroc Telecom
- Wi-Fi speeds in cities: 20–100 Mbps
- Coworking spaces have fast fiber
📌 Tip: Buy a local SIM at the airport or corner shop with your passport.
🏢 Best Coworking Spaces (2025)
| City | Coworking Space | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakech | M Avenue Coworking | Central, modern |
| Casablanca | The Spot Casablanca | Great for networking |
| Agadir | Workhub Agadir | Surf + work combo |
| Rabat | Seven Working | Creative & clean |
| Taghazout | SunDesk | Popular among nomads |
🏄♂️ Some even offer coliving + coworking packages.
🛡️ Safety & Local Culture
- Morocco is safe for digital nomads who respect local norms
- Avoid political protests and be modest in dress
- English is growing fast, especially in tourist zones
- Locals are friendly, especially if you learn a few Darija phrases
✅ Women travelers often feel safer in Agadir, Taghazout, and Rabat
💡 Real Nomad Tips
- Use Wise or Revolut for cheap currency transfers
- Rent furnished units via Facebook groups or Avito.ma
- Download Careem (Uber alternative) for getting around
- Don’t rely on only one SIM provider — have a backup
🏁 Final Word
While Morocco may not yet have a formal “digital nomad visa,” it checks almost every other box — affordability, Wi-Fi, lifestyle, and culture.
If you’re open to a little adventure and flexible work hours, Morocco can be a hidden gem for your 2025 remote work journey.
