ma question est peut etre etrange mais un ami de 70ans ma dit que pour pouvoir acheter une maison au maroc , la personne qui veux acheter une maison au maroc doit faire des travaux dans la maison et ensuite il peux l'acheter
par contre si il ne fais pas de travaux avant , il ne peux pas acheter la maison?????
vrai ou faux???????😕
L’immobilier au Maroc est accessible aux Marocains comme aux étrangers, résidants & non résidants. C’est le même principe & la même procédure, d’ailleurs d’énormes salons d’immobiliers marocains sont en Europe et partout dans le monde.
Bon , il existe aussi des " arrangements " mais dans le cas de location...
Il est courant que le locataire qui envisage quelques travaux de rénovation , voir d'aménagement, trouve un terrain d'entente avec le propriétaire qui lui retirera de son loyer, une certaine somme , sur un certain temps....
C'est une pratique courante.
En france aussi!😉
Et je suis sûr que dans le monde c'est la même chose.
La question était: tu fais des travaux et après tu achétes!!! Non c'est dans l'autre sens! tu achétes et tu fais ce que tu veux! enfin je crois!😎
s'il fait ca il va se faire b... comme il faut: qui lui dit qu'une fois les travaux effectués il va vouloir lui vendre? le proprio peut lui dire "ben maintenant elle vaut plus que le prix sur lequel on s'etait mis d'accord..."
la maison qu'il va acheter n'est pas unique au monde quand meme, alors soit il achete la maison et ensuite une fois que le notaire lui remet son titre a son nom il fait tout les travaux qu'il veut, soit le proprietaire ne veut pas et la qu'il aille se faire voir, des maisons y en a des centaines de millier a vendre
Bonjour,
Tout étranger peut acheter une maison, un appartement ou un terrain (sauf agricole ou là il faut avoir un associé marocain ou louer la terre par bail) Par contre vous devez, pour l'achat et le contrôle des changes, ouvrir un compte en banque et en devises = approvisionnement en euros, dépenses et encaissements uniquement possibles en dirhams.(C'est le notaie qui donne le justificatif pour autoriser le transfert des euos en dirhams sur ce compte lors de l'achat)
Il est FORTEMENT CONSEILLE que le bien soit titré, (acte d'achat qui ne peut être établi que par un notaire Marocain et non un Adule ou l'écrivain publique) car il n'y a pas de cadastre au Maroc (sauf dans les grandes zones urbaines) ainsi n'importe qui peu dire que ce terrain lui appartient par héritage... Beaucoup d'européens ce sont fait avoir de cette manière😕.
Cordialement
Bonjour,
Tout étranger peut acheter une maison, un appartement ou un terrain (sauf agricole ou là il faut avoir un associé marocain ou louer la terre par bail) Par contre vous devez, pour l'achat et le contrôle des changes, ouvrir un compte en banque et en devises = approvisionnement en euros, dépenses et encaissements uniquement possibles en dirhams.(C'est le notaie qui donne le justificatif pour autoriser le transfert des euos en dirhams sur ce compte lors de l'achat)
Il est FORTEMENT CONSEILLE que le bien soit titré, (acte d'achat qui ne peut être établi que par un notaire Marocain et non un Adule ou l'écrivain publique) car il n'y a pas de cadastre au Maroc (sauf dans les grandes zones urbaines) ainsi n'importe qui peu dire que ce terrain lui appartient par héritage... Beaucoup d'européens ce sont fait avoir de cette manière😕.
Cordialement
contrat de 99 ans, mais il me semble que quand le proprietaire marocain decede (avant evidement) le bail s'arrete et le locataire doit restituer la terre aux heritiers...
C'est un bail "emphytéotique" Il est souhaitable d'y inclure une clause concernant la prolongation irrévocable des conditions de location et de validité du dit bail par les héritiers en cas de décès du propriétaire tout simplement. Le plus important c'est de faire LEGALISER le document car ca qui est un jour n'est pas obligatoirement le lendemain au Maroc....
Plusieurs statuts de propriété subsistent au maroc: la propriété privé tiré du droit européen qui se traduit dans les faits par la grande question sur le BIEN TITRE OU NON TITRE!, les biens GUICH, le HABOUSS, les terres ARCHIA, le problèmes de la propriété au maroc vient de la diversité des inspirations de ses lois: Romaines, Islamique, étatique......
http://www.immobilier-maroc.com/immobilier-maroc.php?idf=2540&lang=frhttp://www.immobilier-maroc.com/immobilier-maroc.php?idf=2551&lang=fr sur ces liens vous trouverez les réponses du droit immobilier au maroc.
Les aduls ont la meme notorieté que les notaires et beucoup sont plus serieux et stictes que les notaires, et mm plus serviables. Sauf qu´il redige les actes en arabe ce qui est moins pratiques pour les europeens au depart. Mais á la fin, le bien titré
sort en francais ou en arabe, ou traduit....
alors pourquoi il y a toujour eu des notaires au maroc et pourquoi l'etat qui construit ses programes de logements economiques oblige de passer devant notaire pour les titres fonciers ????
ils coutent moins cher les adouls certes mais actuelement c'est bon juste pour se marier ou se convertir...
c´est l´inverse: il ya toujours eu des adoules au Maroc. et bien longtemps avant les notaires.
Ils continuent á travailler pour tout acte et non seuleument mariage et se convertir...
Que l´etat oblige pour logement economique de passer par un notaire ne veut rien
dire. peut etre á cause du langage ds le batiment et la construction oú tout est en
francais.
Et pour ajouter: je peux dire qu´á part le point faible concernant la langue francaise les adoules connaissent plus que les notaires, or plus du droit civile connaissent le droit islamique et le droit coutumier.
bIEN REPONDU jEAN
Les adouls on un statu juridique plus pouse que les notaires
il peuvent faire avaliser juridiquement des choses qu un notaire ne pouras pas faire pâsser
Larby
pas vrai mais pas tout a fait faux dans le sens ou il y a quelques annees les etrangers achetaient des riad et les renovaient n'importe comment le gouvernement voulant mettre un terme a ce massacre avait decide que les renovations devaient se faire exclusivement avec un architecte et qu'elles devaient etre realisees dans le respect du style depuis je crois que ca ete abandonne bon moi je cherche toujours mon riad a marrackech
pourquoi les marocains passent devant notaire qui facture 1 pourcent alors que l'adoul prend moins?
c'est le monde a l'envers: les europeens qui vont chez les adouls pour les questions immobilieres et les marocains chez le notaire 😄
un adoul ne va pas obtenir le titre plus vite qu'un notaire et ce dernier en general ne notarie jamais en absence de titre ou quand il y a "titrage en cours"
bonsoir,
le notaire ne prend en charge que les biens titrés, inscrits en conséquence au cadastre. Alors qu'un Adoul peut prendre les biens qu'ils soient titrés ou non. Depuis la nouvelle réforme les adouls doivent remettre aux acquéreurs "français" copie de l'acte traduit en français et plus de l'acte rédigé en arabe.
Pour la première question, effectivement celà peut-être des arrangements à l'amiable pour contourner les lois concernant les permis de construire, car il est plus facile de constuire pour un marocain dans des endroits non constructible. Mais combien se font avoir ? et après que se passe - t - il ?
J'ai moi aussi acheté ma maison au Maroc en "melkia", par l'intermédiaire d'un notaire, et ai obtenu le titre de propriété 2 ans 1/2 après ...
Qui dit mieux ?
Le risque d'acheter un bien en melkia, c'est à dire non titré, c'est qu'un héritier se réveille et réclame son dû, avec remise en cause de la vente, ou qu'il y ait un litige sur les limites exactes de la propriété.
Beaucoup de bien en médina sont encore vendu ainsi, et finissent ensuite par être titrés, mais on prend un risque, il faut le savoir.
En fait, je ne sais pas encore si cette maison est en melkia, je pense surtout qu'elle n'est pas titré.
C'est une maison en torchi, dans un douar qu'il fait terminer, à Tahnawt (environ 20km de marrakech) et est entourée de champs de blé !
I’m heading back to Egypt for the first time in 30 years this July. Last time, I was 20, and we spent two weeks traveling on a shoestring as backpackers.
I’m wondering about a "cruise" on a felucca from Aswan—mainly to avoid being stuck in an air-conditioned tourist bubble (we’re already spending our first week in that setting with our diving club). We’d like to explore the most interesting stretch of the Nile between Aswan and Luxor. Do you have any thoughts on this option, tips, or maybe some contacts?
I was wondering if it’s possible to join a group as a solo traveler with local agencies in Djanet for circuits like Tadrart, Essendilene, Sefar, or Tassili?
If you have any agencies to recommend, I’d love to hear about them.
I didn’t find any info on the forum.
Best,
Here’s a first draft for a 14-night itinerary during the Christmas break with two teens. We’re especially fond of hiking (nothing too extreme, though), which is why we’re drawn to the south.
- Marrakech (2 nights)
- Aït Ben Haddou (1 night)
- Dadès (3 nights, though we’re thinking of doing a day trip to the Todra Gorge on one of those days)
- M'hamid (1 night)
- Erg Chigaga (1 night)
- 4 nights to slot in
- Marrakech (2 nights)
Okay, I realize this involves a lot of driving, and we’re still debating the return route since we’d like to avoid the Tichka Pass in January, but going through Taroudant seems like it would add *a lot* of time. 😕
If you’ve got other suggestions for an itinerary with great hikes, I’m all ears!
Also, the 4 nights total in MRK isn’t really our preference, but since we’re arriving/departing super early from overseas, we’d like to be a bit rested before the long flight.
Another question:
For hikes (aside from the desert one), is it better to have a guide with us, or are the trails well-marked?
Hi everyone,
Our trip to Morocco will be from November 3 to 17, in the High Atlas.
Basically, our route would be:
Marrakech - Aït Benhaddou
Skoura - Tinghir - Merzouga
Merzouga via the N12 to Zagora
Zagora - Draa Valley - Marrakech
It seems to be the low season, so I’d love to travel without having to book accommodations in advance. In other countries, pre-booking has restricted us and kept us from visiting unplanned sites. Freedom is important to us, but I’d also like to avoid arriving somewhere and finding nothing available.
What do you recommend? Book ahead or not?
Your advice is always helpful, and thanks to anyone who can shed some light on this for me.
Roberto
First of all: a big thank you to everyone whose insightful, funny, lively, and exotic posts we’ve enjoyed. It’s a joy to find such lovely writers on this forum, who’ve given me tons of ideas and addresses to prepare our trip.
Our plan: to explore Morocco from November 2nd to December 4th. We’ll have our own vehicle (a 2011 Renault Grand Scenic, in great condition), shipped with us from Sète to Tanger Med. Returning from Nador.
Our profile: 75 and 62 years young, so old but happy to be, in very good health. Seasoned travelers—it’s practically our whole life. Lovers of beautiful landscapes, historic sites, fine craftsmanship, and road trips. This will be my 3rd trip to Morocco, but the first two were 20 and 17 years ago. I’ve never been north of the Essaouira-Marrakech line (though I’ve gone further south). As for my husband, a lifelong expat including in Muslim countries, it’s his first time in Morocco.
He’s the one driving. He’s very experienced, cautious, not necessarily fast, but used to driving in all conditions (and countries, including the most creative on the road). But I don’t want to tire him out, and he no longer drives at night (and we’ll be there in November).
I’ve decided to show him a bit of everything by taking a road trip along beautiful backroads, with daily distances averaging 180-200 km (except on highways, which will be rare), regularly broken up by rest days. I’m counting on a speed of 40-50 km/h, plus stops/visits along the way.
Since I’ve read so many posts, I’ve narrowed it down to some very specific questions.
1) Coming directly from Rabat via the highway, we’d prefer to skip Marrakech*. Still, we’ll need to sleep somewhere nearby. We’ll head toward Skoura the next day. Does anyone have a well-located address for this route, possibly east of Marrakech? Ideally, we’re looking for a small town, easy parking, clean accommodation (minimum) with average comfort (or better if available), a bit heated, and if possible, pretty and/or nice—but above all, a place to sleep well, wash with lukewarm (ideally hot) water, and have a decent dinner.
(*Explanation for the "no-go" in Marrakech: it’s a shame, because there are truly beautiful things in this city, but I think the vibe won’t suit us—it’s an understatement for "it’ll put us off" / "make us flee" / "traumatize us." Not because it’s too crowded and we want to stand out from tourists (we’re part of them), but because of forced henna on your hand, or spending 10 minutes every quarter-hour saying "no thank you" to a "guide" who’s as much a guide as I am a trapeze artist. Knowing us, it’ll wear us down. The country is vast and beautiful, and our time too short to waste our memories just days after arriving. And I don’t want to ruin things for my peaceful husband, or he’ll demand we turn back—and Sète in November isn’t exactly thrilling either.)
2) Which route to Skoura (in 2 days)? I see two options: either via the Tichka Pass, with a night in Telouet before reaching Skoura, or via the R307/N23 from Demnate, with a night near Megdaz before descending to Skoura. So: Tichka Pass or R307/N23? I have a slight (big) preference for the second option, even though I know the other route is very beautiful too. Of course, before deciding, we’ll check the weather and the current state of the R307/N23—does anyone know where to get info on the road conditions? But even assuming the road is "passable," is it a bit too tough in itself? In short, is it reasonable? If a kind soul could share their experience, a thousand thanks in advance.
That’s all I’ve written for now. I’ll save the other questions for later posts. Thanks again to those who had the patience to read this and to those who can respond. Happy Sunday to all!
I’m just a few days away from my trip to Marrakech—I’m leaving from November 13th to 20th and bringing my parents along! I’d love to plan my stay as best as I can, and I’m sure the forum crew can help. So, here are my questions:
- Where’s the best place to exchange money without getting ripped off? The owner of the riad where we’re staying told us to avoid doing it at the airport because it’s really expensive and to do it in the medina instead, near Jemaa el-Fna square.
- Which traditional hammams do you recommend that are reasonably priced? How much should we budget for one? That’ll help me plan my expenses.
- What are some nice restaurants in the medina?
- I’d also like to know roughly how much to expect for a tea, a meal, a taxi, a djellaba, and babouches. I don’t want to get overcharged and would like to know what to expect.
- What are the must-do activities and places to visit?
Hi, I’d like to head to Morocco next week with my car. I’ve looked online at all the different info about the ferry crossing to Tangier, but I’m finding it really expensive. Is there a way to buy tickets in Spain? Or another way to get the Algeciras–Tangier crossing cheaper? Thanks for any tips or info!
We found a guide who offers the trip from M'hamid to a camp (departure at 3 PM, tea, meal, camel ride, overnight stay, breakfast, and return to M'Hamid by 11 AM the next day via the sacred oasis). He quoted us a price of 380 € for April.
What do you think of this rate?
This might sound like a silly question, but is it common to negotiate the price for this kind of thing (we're booking from France)? It’s still a big part of our travel budget.
Hi there,
We're planning to visit Egypt between January 25 and February 15, 2027. I looked up the Ramadan dates and found some sites saying it starts on February 8, while others say February 18... Where's the mistake?
Thanks,
Christian
Hi there,
We’re a family of 4 with two boys aged 12 and 10 traveling to Egypt in February.
We’re spending 3 days in Cairo to take our time exploring the city and the sites before heading south.
-Is it necessary to have a guide to visit the GEM? Are audio guides available?
-Do you have any contacts for drivers to organize a few transfers (Giza, Saqqara, Airport)?
-Do you know a French-speaking guide who’s friendly, family-friendly, and good at making things exciting, with reasonable prices?
With our two teens, we’re heading to Morocco for two weeks at the end of December and beginning of January. It’ll be our first trip that’s more "off the beaten path," even though we’ve visited several countries before. Given the overwhelming amount of info, I’m feeling a bit swamped with the prep this trip requires, and I’ll admit I’m a little lost when it comes to figuring out what’s realistic to visit in two weeks 😕 So, all your tips, personal experiences, and suggestions are more than welcome!
- Which places should we prioritize during this time of year? (I’ve read that some spots are less accessible in winter?)
- What’s the best way to get around? (rental car, train, private transport, buses, etc.? — just a heads-up, we’ll have a few suitcases!)
- In terms of "safety," are there any areas to avoid?
- Any recommendations for reliable local tour companies (beyond the big names like "Get Your Guide") that offer excursions or private transport to help us explore the country?
- A doable 2-week itinerary that lets us enjoy the country’s diversity without having to change accommodations every two days?
I’m planning a trip to the High Atlas in Morocco and have a few questions for you:
- Why do so many people recommend avoiding international agencies for car rentals? Can anyone explain why?
- Is Booking.com reliable, and has anyone rented a vehicle through their service? There’s a pretty big price difference compared to local Moroccan agencies.
- Is there a detailed road map included in the rental car?
- Is Google Maps enough to get around the High Atlas? This will be my first trip there.
Thanks so much to anyone who can help with this destination I’ve been dreaming about for years.
Have a great evening,
Roberto
hi there, I’m heading to Tunisia 🙂 from April 27 to May 8 with my family. I’ve read through the various discussions about the country, but I’m still a bit unsure🤪: for currency exchange, I saw on the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs website that withdrawing currency with a bank card from ATMs is limited to 200 TND per week. There are four of us traveling by car, so that might be a bit tight! And it’s a hassle to carry a lot of cash, even if I’m not being paranoid! What do you all recommend?
Cheers,
Laurent.
We're planning a 2-week trip in late February/early March for a road trip in the High Atlas with a rental car, and we'd love to avoid booking our accommodations in advance. Is that doable, easily manageable, or risky (are accommodations available, expensive, or not great)? Thanks for your tips!
Annie
Hi,
This autumn, we’re planning to explore the Oriental region and we’re wondering where the best place to land would be. We’ll have three weeks ahead of us and we’ll be renting a car.
Any tips would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Is there an official website or list of certified Egyptologist guides in Egypt? And most importantly, what are the normal prices for a full day or half day? There’s so much scamming and crazy pricing—depending on who you contact, it can range from simple to quadruple!!!!
Thanks
Hello,
In September, my wife and I, along with another couple, will be traveling to Tunisia and staying at the Sheherasade Hotel near Sousse.
We’d love to hear your recommendations or tips on places to visit, as well as advice on taxis or other transportation options.
Thanks in advance!
This autumn’s trip should be in Morocco—barring any geopolitical issues between now and then.
After many trips to the south of Fès, I’m giving the north a try.
My plan is roughly to do a road trip loop from Rabat back to Rabat, passing through Asilah, Tangier, Tétouan, Chefchaouen, Akchour, Fès, Meknès, and Volubilis.
That’s a lot of cities.
Probably a bit too many for our taste—we usually prefer more isolated spots...
So I’m looking for tips on little backroads, secluded beaches, half-day hikes, and offbeat places.
If you’ve also got recommendations for accommodation... (We’re open to splurging over 100 € if it’s a real favorite.)
Feel free to think outside the box—this is an open-ended plan! !😉
Hello,
I’m looking for testimonials from Pieds-Noirs who have recently returned to Algeria.
There can’t be many left after 65 years of the country’s independence.
I’m planning to go back myself soon to reconnect with my roots... before I pass away...
I’ve started making a few pre-bookings for hotels and apartments to rent in Algiers. At first, I received friendly and welcoming responses. Then, when I mentioned I wanted to stay for two or three weeks—maybe even a month—explaining that my trip wouldn’t be strictly touristy but more of a pilgrimage to the places of my childhood, and that it would likely be a very emotional journey, I expected a positive and warm reaction to my approach. Instead, I suddenly stopped getting replies from the three or four people I’d contacted. So now I’m wondering about the reception former Pieds-Noirs can expect...
Anyone here who can share their experience of returning? I specified “recently” because it seems that right now, diplomatic relations between the two governments are extremely tense, not to say hostile... even if Macron claims otherwise...
Hello,
I’m traveling to Algeria from October 27 to November 16, 2026.
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been through the process about the accommodation attestation required for the visa application:
- Does it need to cover the entire duration of the trip?
- Is this document mandatory for a hotel to rent a room?
- Is it checked during inspections?
- Is a hotel booking (e.g., via Booking.com) sufficient for the visa?
- If so, does it need to be paid in advance?
I plan to visit several cities and do one or more treks with a guide or agency.
If you have any contacts you’d recommend, I’d be grateful!
Also, I’d love to share this trip with a companion who’s already done some traveling.
We’d organize the journey together, of course.
Thanks for your feedback!
Safe travels to all,
Dom, Dijon, 64 years old
I’m leaving for Tunisia in five weeks for a full 15-day trip. I’ll be arriving in Monastir and departing from there as well.
I’d like to do a route that’s a bit different from my first stay, which was more focused on cities and culture (Tunis, Sousse, Kairouan, El Jem).
I’ll be getting around by public transport.
I’d like to head south toward Tozeur, and I saw that you can take a *louage* from Monastir to Sbeitla (2h30). I imagine it’s not too complicated to get to Tozeur from there afterward? The issue is the return trip to Monastir and safety in Sbeitla.
If this route seems too complicated, I might opt for Djerba instead, which looks simpler.
I’m heading to Morocco in September 2026, and part of my trip takes me through Merzouga. I’m looking for a 4x4 driver-guide to explore the area with my partner and me.
Even though I come to Morocco four times a year, it’s been a long time since I’ve made the trip by car. I need to refresh my knowledge! I’ll be traveling in early October. I have a car that’s about 20 years old. The plan is to cross via Algeciras/Ceuta.
A few questions:
1) Does this crossing still exist? If so, do I need to buy the ticket in advance or on the spot? From whom? Any advice is welcome!
2) What documents are required for the car?
3) If anyone is making the trip around the same time, it could be fun to drive together 😊
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