The new direct aid program for property acquisition is widely attracting the diaspora. Nearly a quarter of subsidized buyers live outside the country’s borders, confirming the immediate success of this government policy among Moroccans residing abroad.
Moroccans residing abroad recruited by a resident entity, or seconded to Morocco by a non-resident entity, can transfer certain work income earned in Morocco. This possibility notably concerns salary income, provided that the established rules are respected.
Moroccans residing abroad can open accounts in foreign currencies or convertible dirhams in Morocco. A system regulated by the Office of Exchange, which allows them to receive money from abroad, pay certain expenses in Morocco and freely transfer funds outside the kingdom.
A national strike in Belgium on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 paralyzes the transport sector. Cancellations are mounting in Brussels and Charleroi, severely disrupting air connections, particularly departures bound for Morocco.
The Court of Appeal of Casablanca postponed the examination of the assassination of Reda Faras to June 2, 2026. The main suspect, a Franco-Moroccan, will appear for this fatal kidnapping that occurred in February 2024.
Descendants of immigrants from Morocco or Tunisia are displaying a level of education in clear progression in France. According to the latest INSEE data, more than a quarter of them now hold a diploma higher than bac +2, a sign of significant educational advancement between generations.
Moroccans living abroad can obtain a loan in dirhams to buy or build a residence in Morocco. However, the Office of Exchange imposes several conditions, including a minimum foreign currency contribution and strict fund traceability.
For MREs entering Morocco with a foreign-registered vehicle, the rule is clear: the vehicle cannot remain indefinitely on the territory. If the authorized time limit is exceeded, customs imposes penalties that can reach 10,000 dirhams.
The arrest of a suspect linked to the murder of Khalid in Antwerp sparked an eruption in the neighborhood. Hundreds of residents clashed with police Friday evening, demanding justice after this violent fatal knife attack.
During the Marhaba operation, MREs can bring certain items back to Morocco without paying duties and taxes. However, this exemption is not unlimited. Customs sets an important rule: the total value of items in question must not exceed 25,000 dirhams per calendar year.
A 33-year-old real estate developer has been imprisoned for a vast fraud scheme. He allegedly deceived over 300 people, including Moroccans residing abroad (MRE), with fictitious projects, pocketing more than 80 million dirhams in advance payments.
The Antwerp prosecutor’s office has demanded heavy sentences against the brothers of drug trafficker of Moroccan origin Nordin El Hajjioui . They are accused of orchestrating the extraction of 210 kilos of cocaine in June 2020 following the arrest of their eldest brother.