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Clearing your belongings through customs in Morocco

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Priscilla

Hello everyone,

During oneÂ’s big move abroad, shipping personal belongings to the host country can be stressful. Customs regulations differ from one country to another and you never quite know what to expect when trying to recover your belongings once youÂ’re settled. How about helping expats considering moving to Morocco by answering some questions about custom regulations?

What are the procedures to get your belongings cleared by customs once you have arrived in Morocco? Who do you have to contact and how do you get in touch with them? How do you go about from there?

How long does this process usually take?

How do you then carry your belongings to your new home?

Are there any items that are restricted by customs in Morocco?

How much does it cost to get your belongings cleared by customs in Morocco? Does the cost change depending on the amount or on certain specific items?

Do you think it is better to seek the help of a contractor to get your belongings cleared in Morocco?

Please share your experience,

Priscilla

Yahya411

Copied from Moroccan Consulate page. Only applies to Moroccans moving back to Morocco.

"Moroccan nationals who decide to go back to live defenitively in Morocco may take their personal belongings and be exempted from applicable taxes (Only once). The items, mainly furniture & personal belongings, are only used ones that are destined for personal use once in Morocco. Cars are excluded from this program. To benefit from this program, would please provide the following:
Your consular card. If you do not have one you have to register with the Consulate. (Go to Consular registration).
A money order of $13 payable to the Consulate general (Please write your name & address on the money order).
A copy of your passport & National ID.
Fill Up the "Declaration sur l'Honneur" by saving the download to your Microsoft word; and sign it after listing all items individually.
For Moroccans living outside the New York area, this documet should be notarized before sending it to the Consulate.
Fees for returning your mail are not included in the fees above. To ensure the reception of your document, please include a prepaid Express Mail or Priority Mail envelope obtained from the post office. Please note that this is the only mailing method accepted. Thank you.
For more information regarding this issue would you please visit the Customs Website at:

Document:
Changement De Residence"

Blackdolphin

My experience might be a little different.  I have relocated here to Morocco as a retiree meaning, My husband purchased a home here in Morocco and I had only to bring my clothes from the USA.  We purchased all new to furnishings for our new home here in Morocco, including a new car. 

So when I visit or return home to the USA, I have my home and car there as well.  I only have to pack my clothes and shoes.

No customs to worry about for me.  Moving is stressful and I wanted to keep it easy.  The hard part was the procedure of getting permanent status.  I was granted once but I was not here to collect my id, so I had to cancel and restart the procedure I hope to have my permanent status soon.

I hope my input is helpful to others.

Best Regards, 

Blackdolphin

Yahya411

This is similar on how I'm going to do it when I retire, God willing. It's so much easier just to buy everything in Morocco. Over the years, I've been bringing stuff to Morocco and buying stuff there leaving it with my wife's family. Now, when I travel there, I just bring the clothes I'm wearing, since I've enough clothes there for all seasons. The rest are gifts for family, fishing gear and tackle.

Blackdolphin

Yes, I learned to pack lite when traveling or relocating.  Half of the stuff we think we need, we don’t need. I have molded myself into what Morocco has to offer me and it’s working out great.

Best Regards

Blackdolphin

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