Is it safe for LGBT to travel to Morocco?

Key takeaways: Morocco is a popular destination for LGBTQ+ travelers; however, LGBTQ+ rights are very limited because being gay is illegal and punishable by law in this country. However, some destinations within Morocco are known to have spots friendly to the LGBTQ+ community.



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It's important to note here that in Morocco homosexual acts are illegal and punishable by up to three years in prison. Even though this is not always enforced, it's smart to use street sense and avoid PDAs (public displays of affection) as this is culturally frowned upon for both opposite and same-sex couples.

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Morocco has a relatively low crime rate, but Peters recommends that you keep alert and watch your valuables at all times. Other tips include: Avoid poorly lit areas and don't travel alone at night. Watch your belongings and don't flash valuables.

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Yes, there are many nightclubs in Marrakech that are popular among both locals and tourists. These clubs usually have live music or DJs playing a mix of international and Moroccan music.

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1) Morocco's travel rating is the same or better as Mexico and most of Western Europe. The US rates countries based on how safe they are to travel to.

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I have been to both countries. In my opinion, Turkey is much safer and more attractive than Morocco. The heritage, architecture, food and atmosphere are more magical in Turkey.

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According to the study, Morocco has a low crime rate and less terrorist threat than most European and American countries. Moreover, it is better ranked than Greece, Italy, France and the United States, which occupy respectively the 11th, 13th, 14th and 15th place of the top 20.

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My partner & I spent 3 weeks travelling around, and it was never an issue. We just gave our passports over (different surnames) and we were NEVER asked whether or not we were married. To be honest, we never even thought about it until reading these posts after our trip. Don't worry, you'll be fine... have a fab trip!!

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Don't show affection in the public. Morocco is a conservative country in which religion is of the most importance to its people. It is not well seen for couples to kiss, or show affection publicly. However we held hands on a few occasions, like walking back from dinner and didn't received any reaction.

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While Morocco has a bit of a bad reputation for tourist harassment, it's still a very safe country to travel in as a solo female. As long as you don't mind a few frustrations here and there, it's well worth the small difficulties to experience such a beautiful place.

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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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Morocco is a safe country to live in as an expat woman. For local women, the rules are very different and far more conservative than for a woman who is not from the country originally. There is a great expat community in several Moroccan cities such as Marrakech, Casablanca and Fes.

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As a result, you will face minor scams in both countries – but if you are vigilant, it's nothing you need to worry about. Based on the statistics, Morocco is a bit safer than Egypt, though there is an ongoing conflict with Western Sahara.

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Tourist hotspots, like Marrakech, Fes and Essaouira, are considered safer than rural and remote regions like the Atlas Mountains as they see tourists regularly, but unique challenges and threats are present for many people across the country.

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The truth is Marrakech rarely has violent crimes and when it does happen, these cases almost never target tourists. You can walk around the city with good peace of mind knowing that the chances of getting attacked or mugged are very small.

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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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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. The law prohibits sexual relations outside marriage (Article 490), but this law is rarely enforced.

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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. The law prohibits sexual relations outside marriage (Article 490), but this law is rarely enforced.

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