Can you hold hands in Agadir?

Yes, it's okay to hold your boyfriend or girlfriend's hand in Morocco. It is very common to see the elderly and the younger generation doing the same in public places. So holding your partner's hand is not a problem on the street. A hug or a stolen kiss in public is also no problem.



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Public displays of affection While you may often see people of the same sex hugging and holding hands in Morocco, this is only a sign of friendship. Public displays of affection between opposite sexes such as kissing are not allowed, while homosexuality is illegal in Morocco.

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Sexual acts between members of the same sex, or outside marriage, are illegal. Possessing pornographic material is also illegal. Understand and follow local laws. Morocco has strict laws around religion, the monarchy, alcohol, photography and drone use.

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So it is considered incredibly rude to eat, shake hands, give a gift, or leave a tip with your left hand. If you get invited to a local's home for tea during your tour of Morocco, be especially careful to only touch your cup and any fruit or bread that may be offered with your right hand.

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Contraceptives and tampons Poor quality and rather unreliable condoms (préservatifs) can be bought in most pharmacies, and so can the pill (officially by prescription, but this isn't essential). Tampons can be bought at general stores, not pharmacies, in most Moroccan cities.

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As long as the couple is an adult, they can stay in a hotel together, unless the hotel owner does not want them to share the room. Normally, unmarried foreign couples have no issue without showing proof of marriage.

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Never give the thumbs up gesture or gesture with your left hand. Wear modest clothing in public and COVER your body. Women should keep a scarf with them to enter mosques.

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If you are a foreign couple visiting and you kiss no one is likely going to say anything to you – kissing in Morocco is not illegal. However if one partner is Moroccan you may face additional scrutiny. While you might not get in trouble, it is highly frowned on to kiss or fondle each other in public.

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Adultery is criminalized under articles 491-493 of the Penal Code. A case against an alleged adulterer is only pursued if the offended spouse complains, or, if one of the spouses is outside of Morocco, the adulterous spouse (by common knowledge) may be prosecuted automatically at the prosecutor's initiative.

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In more conservative areas, such as rural villages or religious sites, it's important to cover up even more. Women should consider wearing a headscarf and covering their arms and legs. Men should avoid wearing shorts and tank tops. It's also important to consider the weather when choosing what to wear 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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In rural areas of the country, it's advisable to dress more conservatively. This doesn't mean you have to be covered head to toe or wearing traditionally Moroccan clothing. But, you should avoid wearing anything that shows off a lot of skin. Stick to longer pants or dresses and shirts that are t-shirt length.

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Cover Your Chest and Shoulders While you do not need to cover your entire arms, it is highly recommended that you at least cover your shoulders. Tank tops or strapless shirts and dresses are not considered appropriate in the streets of Morocco. Again, you will experience a lot of harassment if you wear these items.

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in Morocco, the law requires a marriage certificate to allow a Moroccan couple to share the same hotel room or same apartment, including Moroccans with dual nationality. This law does not apply to other nationals.

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Morocco allows the consumption of alcohol. Alcohol must be purchased and consumed in licensed hotels, bars, and tourist areas. You can also buy alcohol in most major supermarkets. The alcohol section is usually in a separate room from the main supermarket.

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Medicines & First Aid Recommended items to take for any trip to Morocco are: paracetamol, ibuprofen, imodium, sun cream, lip balm, after-sun cream, mosquito repellant, sunglasses. A traveller's First Aid kit is always good to have on board in case of any injury.

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In conclusion, Morocco has no official dress code, but it is advisable to dress modestly in respect of local customs and traditions, especially in more rural areas. Visitors to Morocco should keep in mind that the less clothing they wear, the more attention they may attract, particularly for women.

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Morocco has lèse–majesté laws, which means that it is a criminal offence to speak badly of the king. Reported acts that occurred in private usually result in a prison sentence of a year. If remarks are made publicly, the sentence is typically increased to three years. If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything!

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