Foreigners
Buying Property in Morocco: Legal Checklist for Foreigners
Updated 7 August 2026
This checklist provides general, informational points to consider and documents commonly involved before buying property in Morocco as a foreigner.
Checklist
- Verify the property's title deed (titre foncier) status at the land registry.
- Confirm the seller's identity and legal capacity to sell.
- Check for existing mortgages, liens, or co-ownership restrictions on the title.
- Review the preliminary sale agreement (compromis de vente), if one has been signed.
- Gather proof of the source of funds for the purchase.
- Identify a licensed notary to authenticate the sale deed.
- Estimate associated costs (notary fees, registration fees, applicable taxes).
Points of caution
- Non-titled land generally carries a higher risk of ownership disputes.
- A preliminary agreement does not replace the notarized deed needed to finalize ownership.
- This checklist is general in nature; each transaction depends on the specific facts of the property and parties involved.
Note: this website provides general legal information and does not replace professional advice based on the facts and documents of each case.