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@Said Idouarab

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Registration: 13 August 2021

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Said Idouarab replied to a thread
2 months ago
SavannahRE

New Process for British Consulate on affirmations. by SavannahRE

See below the email I received.Dear Customer We are writing to inform you that there has recently been a change to the process of getting married in Morocco. Our records show that you have applied and made an appointment, to obtain a marriage ...

Said Idouarab

This is a scam. Be careful all. Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
3 months ago
m0nikam

Travel to morocco with children by m0nikam

Hi,I hope someone can help, I am europian nationality ,I have divorse with moroccan man ,we married in morocco but live in uk,we both live in UK and our 3 children was born here, due to domestic abuse I have court order kids stay with me and father ...

Said Idouarab

@m0nikam Yes, children with European passports can be kept in Morocco by a Moroccan father if the child is considered a Moroccan citizen: CitizenshipChildren born to a Moroccan father are considered Moroccan citizens. Leaving MoroccoChildren with ... Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
5 months ago
Julien

New members of the Morocco forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 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 your ...

Said Idouarab

@muzzichuzzibe very careful. even moroccans get scammed in morocco. it’s has become a national disgrace. even the some notaires who suppose yo facilite the legal process are crooks. i am ashamed of it as moroccan living in the uk. Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
6 months ago
Ali25y

Moroccan banks . by Ali25y

Hi everyone. I am interested in buying a apartment in Tangiers, I am from the u.k I know the buying process and am at the stage of opening a convertible dirham account. I opened one with BMCE last year but closed it as they were totally useless .Any ...

Said Idouarab

@hiddeneyeservicesyou need to go to london based moroccan bank and open the account. try to ring them first before you go. Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
6 months ago
Zig8UP

Lawyer recommendations Agadir by Zig8UP

Hi divorce lawyer in Agadir recommendations please Question. - twice has been said to me your lawyer might be ‘bought’ by your ex. How likely is this? Any advice please. thanks all

Said Idouarab

@Zig8UPall crooks who will milk you dry. Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
6 months ago
raybusuttil

about buying property in morocco by raybusuttil

hi I'm maltese married to a moroccane women, we bought land and property in morocco but the notary said that my name can6be on the documents as I am a foreigner.is this true or I've been coned .thanks.Ray Malta

Said Idouarab

@raybusuttilforeigners, both residents and non-residents, have the opportunity to buy real estate in Morocco. However, there is a restriction on the acquisition of agricultural lands. Foreigners are not allowed to buy agricultural properties in ... Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
7 months ago
seahorses

Buying property in Morocco by seahorses

Thought I had found the perfect apartment but owner wanted part-payment under table.  I can understand owner not being fan of 20% tax for resale within 5 years but couldn't see any benefit for me - declared purchase price wouldn't reflect ...

Said Idouarab

@seahorses Do not do it. Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
7 months ago
ZackA93

Do I need Moroccan Residency to buy an apartment/property? by ZackA93

Hi ,I am a british national and I'm married to a Moroccan woman.We're looking to purchase our first property in Morocco and I've been told conflicting information so was wondering if anyone here can point me in the right direction.I've been told ...

Said Idouarab

@ZackA93please be carful of putting your property on other peoples names in morocco. Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
7 months ago
ZackA93

Do I need Moroccan Residency to buy an apartment/property? by ZackA93

Hi ,I am a british national and I'm married to a Moroccan woman.We're looking to purchase our first property in Morocco and I've been told conflicting information so was wondering if anyone here can point me in the right direction.I've been told ...

Said Idouarab

@ZackA93You don't need a specific visa or permit to buy property in Morocco. Owning property can actually be a benefit if you're applying for a residency permit, as it demonstrates your ties to the country. For most property purchases, you don't ... Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
8 months ago
Penniewisellc

My Moroccan in-law saga by Penniewisellc

My Moroccan wife wants me to buy a house before we starts having kids she wants to feel guarantee in case I run off to America. I agreed to buy her a house, currently her father, mother, and big brother who owns a business lives with her in the ...

Said Idouarab

@Penniewisellcyou have been taken for a ride. this is not in anyway normal in morocco. you seem like you are married to the whole family and you are only needed to provide for all of them until they no longer need you. i would run if i was you. Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
8 months ago
Penniewisellc

Moroccan mlyoun by Penniewisellc

Is there a difference between Mlyoun and million? How many Moroccan dirhams makes a mlyoun or million? I am trying to buy apartment the seller said it's 70 million, how much is that in USD?

Said Idouarab

@Penniewisellc 10000 dirhams is usually classed as 1 million. so 70 millions is 700000 dirhams. do not forget to shop around and haggle . 😊 Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
8 months ago
Karoline Smith

Has any UK resident had experience of selling their Moroccan property by Karoline Smith

I am British and have owned a property in Morocco for a number of years (Agadir area). I would now like to sell my house and would be interested to hear of other British people's experiences of selling their Moroccan property please. What taxes ...

Said Idouarab

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Said Idouarab replied to a thread
8 months ago
Shannan

Prenup in Morocco by Shannan

If an American citizen decides to marry a Moroccan and both ppl want a prenup does that couple need two prenup agreements like one from USA and one from Morocco or if both are living in Morocco just one translated in both languages... Thanks guys

Said Idouarab

@mmahmo1 this is not the place for advice of this kind. contact the USA consulate or embassy in morocco for clarification otherwise contact the foreign office in your country which should help with this. after all it is their job to assist their ... Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
8 months ago
Karoline Smith

Has any UK resident had experience of selling their Moroccan property by Karoline Smith

I am British and have owned a property in Morocco for a number of years (Agadir area). I would now like to sell my house and would be interested to hear of other British people's experiences of selling their Moroccan property please. What taxes ...

Said Idouarab

@sgrab Good afternoon. what kind of proerty are you looking for in Agadir.I have a nice house in Agadir in Dcheira Jihadia. the area is 15-20 drive to Agadir/ beach. it has two levels and a massive 100m2 roof terrace. if you like more information ... Read More

Said Idouarab replied to a thread
8 months ago
Penniewisellc

Land or a house in Morocco by Penniewisellc

I need some information regarding whether is better to buy a land and build or buy already build house. What are the challenges. My Moroccan wife doesn't know much. How difficult or easy it is for a foreigner

Said Idouarab

@Penniewisellc be carefull of crooks who will pretend to want to help you only to rip you off. Read More