Having a Moroccan phone number is essential for MRE: most administrations (CNSS, DGI, banks) require a local number to send OTPs and notifications. Three operators share the Moroccan market: Maroc Telecom (IAM), Orange Maroc and Inwi. In 2026, eSIM is available from all three operators for compatible devices.
Costs & fees
| Blank prepaid SIM | 10-20 MAD | With welcome credit |
| Inwi weekly data plan | 29 MAD/week | Unlimited data |
| Minimum international top-up | 10 MAD (approx. 1 EUR) | |
| eSIM activation | Free | On compatible device |
| Monthly voice + data plan | 49-99 MAD/month |
Timeline
Buy a SIM on arrival in Morocco
Prepaid SIMs are sold at operator agencies, convenience stores and kiosks. For an MRE, a Moroccan CIN or passport is sufficient for activation. A blank SIM costs 10-20 MAD. Activation is immediate at an agency (10 minutes). Maroc Telecom dominates with 43% market share, followed by Inwi (30%) and Orange Maroc (27%).
💡 Tip — Airport agencies (Casablanca, Marrakech, Rabat) sell tourist SIMs with immediately activated data. Practical on arrival.
Operator comparison for MRE
Maroc Telecom: best national coverage including rural areas, extended 4G+ network. Orange Maroc: best network quality in major cities, performant mobile app. Inwi: most competitive data rates, unlimited plans from 29 MAD/week. For MRE using the SIM mainly during Morocco stays, Inwi or Orange offer the best data value.
💡 Tip — Compare coverage on the ANRT simulator (anrt.ma) before choosing your operator.
Top up from abroad
All three operators allow top-up from abroad via mobile app (MonMT, MyOrange, MyInwi), international bank card on operator website, or third-party services like Recharge.com. Minimum top-up is generally 10 MAD (about 1 EUR).
💡 Tip — Operator apps also allow managing the account, viewing consumption and activating data plans from abroad.
⚠️ Warning — Some foreign bank cards may be declined on direct operator sites. Use a third-party service like Recharge.com instead.
eSIM availability in 2026
In 2026, all three Moroccan operators offer eSIM for compatible devices (iPhone XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3+). eSIM activation is done entirely online: download the profile from the operator app, scan the QR code, eSIM is activated in 15 minutes.
💡 Tip — With a Moroccan eSIM, you can keep your European SIM active simultaneously on a dual-SIM device.
Moroccan number for administrative procedures
A Moroccan phone number is essential for: opening a Moroccan bank account, registering on CNSS or DGI (Simpl) portal, receiving OTPs for bank transfers, registering on aide.gov.ma (ASD). Keep the number active with a minimum top-up every 6-12 months.
💡 Tip — Note your Moroccan number and link it to your administrative accounts immediately upon creation.
⚠️ Warning — An inactive prepaid number for more than 6 months (Orange) or 12 months (Maroc Telecom, Inwi) is deactivated and the number reassigned. Losing this number can block access to your bank and administrative accounts.
In depth
The Moroccan telecommunications market is one of the most dynamic in Africa, with a mobile penetration rate of 138% in 2025 according to ANRT. For MRE, the optimal strategy in 2026 is to activate a permanent Moroccan eSIM on a dual-SIM device. Number portability (guaranteed by ANRT since 2006) allows changing operators while keeping your number in 3 business days.
❌ Common mistakes to avoid
- ✕Leaving the Moroccan number inactive for more than 6 months and losing access to all linked administrative accounts
- ✕Buying a tourist SIM that expires after 30 days instead of a standard prepaid SIM
- ✕Forgetting to update the phone number on administrative portals after changing operators
🔗 Official links and resources
❓ Frequently asked questions
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