Driving in Morocco

In Morocco, please drive on the RIGHT side of the road, overtake on the left and give way to traffic from the right at intersections.

• Do not use your mobile phone without a hands-free kit to call or text while driving.

• Traffic lights operate in the same way as in European countries. Don’t turn on a red light.

• Give way to oncoming traffic from the right on roundabouts.

• If pulled over by Police, have your International Drivers Permit (if applicable), car registration, and passport in an easy to access place at all times.

Be aware that mobile police speed traps as well as fixed speed cameras are common in Morocco.

All speed signs will be in KM:

• Motorways: 120 km/h
• Secondary/regional roads: 100 km/h
• Built up/ urban areas: 60 km/h

Please be aware of changing speeds indicated by road signs.

It is compulsory for all inside the vehicle to be wearing a seatbelt.

Child seats must be used for children aged 12 and under. It is the child’s parent / guardian or vehicle renter’s responsibility to fit the child seat.

When driving you must carry a valid driver's licence, registration documents and insurance documents.

Equipment in the vehicle should include:

• A warning triangle
• A reflective jacket
• A first aid kit
• A fire extinguisher

If you are driving in the Atlas Mountains, please ask your Avis representative whether snow tyres are compulsory or needed for your hire car when you arrive.