Can you drink tap water in Agadir?

In the major cities in Morocco, the tap water is chlorinated and will usually cause no harm, but it's still wise to either purify this water yourself or choose another water source, as your body may react to unfamiliar bacteria in the water, causing sickness or diarrhea.



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When it comes to Morocco, tap water is something people discuss a lot. It's generally harmless for locals, but if you're from another country, opt for bottled water, as you don't know how your body might react to the different bacteria found in the local tap water.

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NB: most of those salads have been cooked and are thus safe while eating in Morocco! Be careful though with the uncooked salads. Especially if you have a sensitive stomach.

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Some goods cannot be imported into Morocco.
  • Weapons, including spare parts and ammunition;
  • Narcotics, drugs and any other psychotropic products;
  • Writings, printed matter, cassettes and recorded videocassettes and any other material contrary to morality and public order;


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While tipping isn't mandatory in Morocco, rounding up the bill and leaving tips at restaurants and cafes is standard practice. If you're happy with the service provided by waiters, drivers and other service workers, leaving a small tip is a good way to show your appreciation.

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Once you finished, you can use water (bucket) to rinse yourself or you can use (your own) toilet paper or wet tissues. (However do not flush the paper – and definitely not the wet tissues – down as it can clog the plumbing. (It might be useful to have a paper bag with you in case there is no trash bin around.)

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You also don't have to be covered head to toe as a visitor to Morocco. The basic “rules” are to cover your shoulders, knees, and chest. Most days I had my elbows covered, too, and made sure that my tops were long enough to cover my bum. Showing elbows is fine!

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Preventing travellers' diarrhoea depends mainly upon you practising good hand hygiene and food and water precautions.
  1. Wash your hands regularly using soap and clean water: before eating and drinking. before and after preparing food, particularly raw meat. ...
  2. If you cannot wash your hands, use alcohol based sanitiser:


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Don't worry, you don't need to finish everything. Be aware that Moroccans often do have multiple courses. If it is a special meal, there might be two or three courses as well as salads and dessert.

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Moroccan Food Etiquette: How to Eat Without Offending Hosts Never help yourself to bread, wait until the bread is passed to you. Use the bread to mop up leftover sauces on your plate. Don't lick your fingers until the end of your meal – use bread or a napkin to clean your fingers during the meal.

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Other than these high-end places, Morocco is a largely cash-based society and it's advisable to carry cash with you most of the time for purchases. If you do decide to use your debit or credit card in Morocco, make sure your bank knows that you're planning a trip. If not, they may block your cards.

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Morocco is one of America's oldest friends in the Middle East and North Africa and is recognized today as a major non-NATO ally.

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In comparison to many Western nations, locals in Morocco drink comparatively little alcohol. This is influenced by a number of variables, including religious, cultural, and legal issues. Although some Moroccans do drink, it's usually done moderately and frequently in private situations.

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Currency restrictions The Moroccan Dirham is a non-convertible currency, meaning it isn't traded internationally. You may, however, import or export a small amount (below Dh2,000). There is no limit on the amount of foreign cash you can bring into Morocco.

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Avoid public display of love and affection. Calm your impulses in public places. Gestures of affection that are too obvious are to be avoided because Moroccans are very modest. Avoid public displays of love. Do not kiss in public in Morocco.

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Moroccan etiquette and customs Nonetheless, you should try not to affront people's religious beliefs, especially those of older, more conservative people. Avoid, for example, wearing revealing clothes, kissing and cuddling in public, or eating or smoking in the street during Ramadan.

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