| Step | Competent institution |
|---|---|
| Set up the company (RC / ICE) | OMPIC (company ID and commercial register) |
| Tax registration and incentives | DGI (tax administration) |
| Customs and imports | ADII (customs and indirect taxes) |
| Employment and social security | MIEPEEC / CNSS |
| Foreign exchange and transfers | Office des Changes |
| Land, real estate and zones | ANCFCC / CRI |
| Environment and sector permits | Environmental authorities / ABH |
| Free zones and free trade zones | Zone authorities / ADII |
Recommended order
- Start with the legal form and place of registration: they shape tax, customs and land options.
- Then handle tax and customs: the tax ID, VAT and import authorisations are tied to the company.
- Finally add employment, foreign exchange and sector permits based on actual activity, so you do not invest before being compliant.
Frequently asked questions
What is the first step to enter the Moroccan market?
Define the legal form and place of registration, complete the commercial register (RC) and obtain the company ID (ICE); tax, customs and sector permits come next.
Are commercial registration and tax registration the same?
No. Commercial registration is handled through OMPIC and the commercial court registry; tax registration and the tax ID are managed by DGI.
What should be prepared before importing equipment?
Confirm tariff classification and valuation, appoint a licensed customs broker, and assess temporary import (for example RED-AT) or capital investment; see the customs and imports guide.
What are these statements based on?
The official sources listed in each guide; rules and rates may change, so check the latest official publications before proceeding.
Sources and updates
This page is an entry point: exact rules, thresholds and deadlines are those of the related guide and its official sources. · Last verified: 2026-10-17