Customs
Procedures in Morocco
Digital customs platforms
All customs operations in Morocco go through two official IT systems.
PORTNET
Foreign Trade Single Window
National platform that centralizes all formalities related to international trade. It's the mandatory entry point for any import-export operation.
BADR
Automated Customs Network Database
Customs clearance system of the Customs and Indirect Taxes Administration (ADII). This is where the detailed declaration (DUM) is made and duties are paid.
Import Procedure
The 6 key steps to import your goods into Morocco in full compliance.
Import Title on PORTNET
Create your import commitment or import title according to the nature of your goods. This document authorizes the import operation.
Special Authorizations (if required)
Depending on the product nature, obtain required authorizations: ONSSA (food), ANRT (telecom), Ministry of Health, etc.
Goods Arrival at Port
Your goods arrive at port (Casablanca, Tanger Med, etc.). The manifest is filed by the shipping carrier.
Detailed Declaration (DUM) on BADR
The customs broker registers the Single Goods Declaration with tariff classification, customs value and calculates duties and taxes.
Payment of Duties and Taxes
Pay customs duties, import VAT and other applicable taxes. Payment can be made by bank transfer or certified check.
Release and Collection
After inspection (documentary or physical depending on the channel), release is granted. You can collect your goods.
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The list of documents needed for customs clearance of your goods.
Commercial Invoice
Original, detailed with unit prices
Packing List
With weights and dimensions
Bill of Lading (B/L)
Original or telex release
Import Title
Commitment or PORTNET license
Bank Certificate
Proof of supplier payment
Certificate of Origin
For preferential agreement benefits
Export Invoice
With mention "Export - VAT Exempt"
Certificate of Origin
EUR.1, EUR-MED or Form A
Packing List
Package and content details
Exchange Commitment
Currency repatriation within 150 days
ONSSA Certificate
Food and agricultural products
ANRT Homologation
Telecom and electronic equipment
Health Authorization
Medicines and medical devices
Conformity Certificate
IMANOR standards for certain products
Customs FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about customs clearance in Morocco.
The timeline depends on the inspection channel assigned by the BADR system. In the green channel (automated documentary control), clearance can be done in 2 to 4 hours. In the orange channel (in-depth documentary control), expect 24 hours. In the red channel (physical inspection), the timeline can reach 48 hours or more depending on inspector availability.
Customs duties are calculated on the CIF value (Cost + Insurance + Freight). The formula is: CIF Value × Duty Rate (according to HS code). Then, import VAT (20%) is calculated on the base: CIF Value + Customs Duties. Some products are subject to Internal Consumption Tax (ICT). Contact us for an accurate simulation.
The HS code (Harmonized System) is a 10-digit code that precisely identifies each product to determine applicable duties. It consists of: 6 international digits + 4 national digits. To find the right code, you can consult the customs tariff on the ADII website or entrust us with this task. Wrong classification can lead to penalties.
Legally, yes, if you are a customs-approved company with a BADR account. However, without expertise, you risk classification errors, delays and penalties. A professional customs broker knows the procedures, optimizes costs and speeds up clearance. For individuals, using a broker is mandatory.
Morocco has signed numerous FTAs allowing duty reductions or exemptions: EU (EUR.1/EUR-MED), USA (FTA), Turkey, Arab Countries (GAFTA), Africa (AfCFTA), EFTA (Switzerland, Norway...). To benefit, you must present a certificate of origin proving the goods meet the agreement's rules of origin.
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