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Cathylesher

@Cathylesher

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American looking for information about Morocco

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American

Lives in Rabat, Rabat-Salé-Zemmour

Speaks English, some Balinese, some French and some Darija

Registration: 11 July 2017

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last year
Cheryl

Our hearts go out to you by Cheryl

Good morning everyone.We want to extend our deepest condolences and sympathy upon hearing the heartbreaking news about the earthquake in Morocco.Please know that our thoughts are with you and your family during this challenging and distressing time. ...

Cathylesher

Thank you so much. It was a rough night and my heart breaks for the lives lost. I am safe. HAMDOULLAH. Read More

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last year
nelharim

Shipping Container to Morocco from the US by nelharim

Does anyone have experience with sending shipping containers to Morocco? Have you had good or bad experiences? Cost?

Cathylesher

@Kdurbas customs was included in my total shipping costs. I paid 400 dh for storage at customs until I could get there and talk to the officials to get my belongings released. Read More

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last year
Yahya411

Does anyone know what the law is when bringing in cash from USA? by Yahya411

For example, if I bring in more than $10,000 USD, how do you claim it at airport and is there a fee or tax on the amount brought in? In USA, you just claim it and no fee. Thanks,

Cathylesher

I know.but I did not want 2 accounts. I still have my income direct deposited in my US account. Read More

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last year
Yahya411

Does anyone know what the law is when bringing in cash from USA? by Yahya411

For example, if I bring in more than $10,000 USD, how do you claim it at airport and is there a fee or tax on the amount brought in? In USA, you just claim it and no fee. Thanks,

Cathylesher

@Haimzaf i suggest you talk to your banker but there is q limit as to how much you can take or transfer to the US. Read More

Cathylesher replied to a thread
2 years ago
Guest6788

Moroccan marriage fraud by Guest6788

Hello, I met a Moroccan tour guide 10 years ago while on vacation there , We fell deeply in love (or so it seemed ) We were both married at the time , so this came as quite an unexpected shock.I was in an unhappy marriage but had a son and just ...

Cathylesher

@chinono3936 yes Read More

Cathylesher replied to a thread
2 years ago
phil666

Retirement in Morocco by phil666

Hi As im from the Uk and Brexit as more or less stopped me retiring and spending my hard earned cash , Europe's loss by the way. We were looking at Morocco as an option . I must admit i no very little about ...

Cathylesher

@Kingshams2 Good luck and welcome to Morocco when you arrive.  I have a 10 year residency now but generally first card is for one year.  Make sure you have a rental lease and all papers are translated into Arabic. Youcan get a ... Read More

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2 years ago
Guest6788

Moroccan marriage fraud by Guest6788

Hello, I met a Moroccan tour guide 10 years ago while on vacation there , We fell deeply in love (or so it seemed ) We were both married at the time , so this came as quite an unexpected shock.I was in an unhappy marriage but had a son and just ...

Cathylesher

@chinono3936 i qm so sorry you had such a bad experience in Morocco. I am happy here. Read More

Cathylesher replied to a thread
2 years ago
Guest6788

Moroccan marriage fraud by Guest6788

Hello, I met a Moroccan tour guide 10 years ago while on vacation there , We fell deeply in love (or so it seemed ) We were both married at the time , so this came as quite an unexpected shock.I was in an unhappy marriage but had a son and just ...

Cathylesher

@chinono3936 I have lived here 5 years and met several good moroccañ men. Good husbands, fathers, family men and hard workers.  There are  good and bad men añd women the world over. I am not looking anyway.    Read More

Cathylesher replied to a thread
2 years ago
Guest6788

Moroccan marriage fraud by Guest6788

Hello, I met a Moroccan tour guide 10 years ago while on vacation there , We fell deeply in love (or so it seemed ) We were both married at the time , so this came as quite an unexpected shock.I was in an unhappy marriage but had a son and just ...

Cathylesher

@AlanWB oh this is such a profound statement.  I AGREE 100%.  I did not move to Morocco to find a husband but to find a peaceful retirement among many great people.   Read More

Cathylesher replied to a thread
2 years ago
Yahya411

Getting a prescription filled for hydrocodone opioid pain medicine. by Yahya411

My pain medicine will run out while in Morocco and has1 refill left. In USA, this medicine is regulated and only dispenses a limited amount. Is it possible to get it refilled there and/or do I've to see a doctor there first to get it refilled?Thanks,

Cathylesher

You can get tylenol with codiene in Morocco without a prescription. Called co-doliprane.  Read More

Cathylesher replied to a thread
2 years ago
Yahya411

Getting a prescription filled for hydrocodone opioid pain medicine. by Yahya411

My pain medicine will run out while in Morocco and has1 refill left. In USA, this medicine is regulated and only dispenses a limited amount. Is it possible to get it refilled there and/or do I've to see a doctor there first to get it refilled?Thanks,

Cathylesher

My prescriptions all were accepted and yes codiene and xanax and more.  You will be fine. Read More

Cathylesher replied to a thread
2 years ago
Julien

New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Morocco forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Cathylesher

Hamdoullalah Read More

Cathylesher replied to a thread
2 years ago
Julien

New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Morocco forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Cathylesher

Good luck. May Allah bless your journey Read More

Cathylesher replied to a thread
3 years ago
random55

Flying during to Morocco during flight ban by random55

I heard announcements that Morocco has banned all international flights due to Omicron, but then I can book a flight to Morocco on a travel website. Can I indeed travel to morocco via an airplane?

Cathylesher

No . No flights to or from Morocco at this time. Read More

Cathylesher replied to a thread
3 years ago
Guest6788

Moroccan marriage fraud by Guest6788

Hello, I met a Moroccan tour guide 10 years ago while on vacation there , We fell deeply in love (or so it seemed ) We were both married at the time , so this came as quite an unexpected shock.I was in an unhappy marriage but had a son and just ...

Cathylesher

I have always known this existed. I learned quickly to take a stand and say la flous, la passport. Many would laugh and walkaway. I love Morocco and the majority of its people but always advise to er on the side of caution Read More