It can be confusing to visitors to know what the standards and rules are around money tipping in Morocco. Every country has its own way of doing things when it comes to gratuities and Morocco is no different.
However, it’s also important to remember that tipping is not mandatory, and you should never feel obligated to tip. If you do choose to tip, it’s generally expected to give small amounts of money, especially for small services.
The currency in Morocco is the dirham. It comes in coins and bills so you’ll want to be prepared for both. The 1 dirham coin is the smallest, most commonly used coin however there is also a 20 centime coin that is 20 cents on a dirham.
Yes and no. In most cases no. You will want to use the dirham as that’s the currency of the country. However, if you’re making a large purchase then vendors are more likely to accept other currencies.
You have three options for getting dirham; 1. withdraw cash from an ATM 2. exchange your national currency at a currency exchange 3. exchange money at a bank for dirham
Credit cards in Morocco are becoming much more widely accepted across Morocco. That being said it’s much easier to use them in larger cities than small cities. In places like hotels, restaurants and higher-end shops it generally is no problem.
Wondering, “how much money should I take to Morocco?” This is a loaded question that doesn’t have a clear answer as it depends a lot on your travel style.
This speaks for itself but if you’re wondering “do they tip in Morocco?” the answer is yes. Where, when and how much to tip can vary quite a bit and this is where many people get confused or frustrated.
Everyone. No not really but it can feel like that. The rule of thumb is to tip anyone that provides you with good service. This means waiters/waitresses, staff in riads or hotels, porters, and guides/drivers.