MRE in Parliament: The "x6 bonus" that will shake up the electoral lists in Morocco

The executive branch validated, on April 2, 2026, two decrees reforming the state’s contribution to legislative campaigns. The major innovation lies in the creation of a representativeness bonus: a seat won by a Moroccan residing abroad (MRE), a person under 35 years of age or a person with a disability will now count for six times the value of an ordinary seat in the calculation of subsidies. According to Le Desk, the objective is to encourage political parties to place these profiles, particularly those of the diaspora, at the top of the lists to strengthen their presence in Parliament.

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The amount of the lump-sum tranche paid to each party participating in the elections is increasing from 750,000 to one million dirhams. The reform also introduces a ceiling of 5 million dirhams for digital expenses, including advertising on social networks and the use of artificial intelligence. Mustapha Baitas, government spokesman, specified that "the support will also benefit women who do not fall into the aforementioned categories when they run in local constituencies".

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The new regulations impose strict banking traceability, prohibiting any use of cash for campaign expenses. Parties can obtain an advance capped at 30% of their usual annual support, with an obligation to reimburse the Treasury in case of overpayment compared to the final results. These measures aim to guarantee financial equity and transparency, while modernizing the communication tools of candidates in the next electoral deadlines.