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Marrakech short-term rental rules (2026)

Morocco
Conditional
Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

CONDITIONALStays under 31 nights

Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit.

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Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

Licence
Required
Primary residence
Not required

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ALLOWEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Stays of 31 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules here and are let as ordinary rentals.

Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

Not legal advice. The legal framework, notes and sources are in the full report.

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The full Marrakech rules

17 rules on record for Marrakech. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: mtaess.gov.ma (official), checked 5 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Marrakech?

Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Marrakech?

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

Can I rent for longer stays in Marrakech?

Stays of 31 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules here and are let as ordinary rentals. Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

When were the Marrakech rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Marrakech on 5 Nov 2026.

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