AfricaShipping Heavy Equipment to Morocco
Morocco's strategic position at the gateway to Africa and growing industrial base make it a key market for heavy equipment. The Tanger Med port complex offers world-class facilities for project cargo.
Main Ports
- Tanger Med Port
- Port of Casablanca
- Port of Jorf Lasfar
Shipping Methods
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
Key Regulations
- Institut Marocain de Normalisation (IMANOR)
- Customs Valuation
- Technical Import License
Common Cargo
- Mining Equipment
- Construction Machinery
- Agricultural Equipment
Main Ports in Morocco
Tanger Med Port
Major Seaport
Port of Casablanca
Major Seaport
Port of Jorf Lasfar
Industrial Port
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Morocco
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York / NJ | Tanger Med / Casablanca | Container / RoRo | 14–21 days |
| Houston, TX | Casablanca | Breakbulk / Container | 18–26 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Morocco
We ship to Morocco (Tanger Med Port) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 14-21 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Morocco
Morocco limits permanent imports to vehicles under 5 years old and applies roughly 17.5% customs duty plus 20% VAT and a small parafiscal tax. Moroccans residing abroad (MRE) over 60 may import up to 10 years old with large duty reductions.
- Import Duty
- ≈17.5% of value
- VAT / Sales Tax
- 20%
- Other Taxes & Fees
- 0.25% parafiscal tax; MRE (60+) duty reduction up to ~90%
Source: Administration des Douanes (ADII), Morocco · Last verified: June 2026
Used Vehicle & Equipment Age Limits
Permanent imports are generally limited to vehicles under 5 years from first registration (up to 10 years for qualifying returning residents over 60).
Source: ADII Morocco · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
Institut Marocain de Normalisation (IMANOR)
Equipment must comply with Moroccan standards administered by IMANOR.
Customs Valuation
CIF value determines duty calculation. Accurate commercial invoicing is essential.
Technical Import License
Certain equipment categories require technical import licenses from relevant ministries.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Morocco
- Tanger Med is the main RoRo hub; Casablanca serves central Morocco.
- Morocco is left-hand-drive, so US cars fit the market.
Frequently Asked Questions
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