What is the currency in Morocco?

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The official currency of Morocco is Moroccan Dirham. 1 US dollar is approximately 8.3 dirhams, 1 euro - 10.8 dihram

The import of foreign currency into the territory of the country is not limited, but its circulation on the territory of the Kingdom is prohibited. Just as you can not export local currency outside the country. And at the airport in Duty Free dirhams are not accepted.

When exchanging foreign currency for Moroccan dirhams, you need to get a certificate - it will be needed for return exchange at the airport at departure.

The rate is the same everywhere: the country has a strict exchange rate to the dirham. Therefore, you can change anywhere, including in the hotel. Experienced even recommend to change the currency in the hotel, because they do not round down and obligatory give a certificate of exchange.

The main bank cards - Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Dinners club - are accepted in all major hotels, department stores. Points of currency exchange are available in almost all major hotels, in the resort areas there are many ATMs. Banks do not work in the morning at the traditional breakfast time and close around 13.00.

February 19, 2014

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