What is the country code for Morocco?

Morocco's country code is 212. When calling from the US, you dial 1 + 212 + the 9-digit local number.

Do I need to dial a 0 at the beginning of a Moroccan number?

No. If a Moroccan number is written with a leading 0 (e.g., 0522), omit the 0 when calling from the US. Use only the digits after it: 1 + 212 + 522 + XXXXX.

How much does it cost to call Morocco from the US?

With Sayfone, calls to Morocco start at $0.0164/min. Rates are transparent and shown before you call. Transparent pricing or surprise charges.

Can I call Moroccan mobile phones from the US?

Yes. Moroccan mobile numbers start with 6 and can be called the same way as landlines. Dial 1 + 212 + 6 + the 8-digit number.

What time should I call Morocco?

Morocco is 5–8 hours ahead of the US, depending on your time zone. Best times for business calls are 8 AM – 12 PM Morocco Time (early morning in the US). Mobile calls can connect anytime, but morning or early afternoon in Morocco is most likely to reach someone available.

Are there any restrictions on calling Morocco?

Regular landlines and mobile numbers work reliably. Toll-free, emergency, and premium-rate numbers may have restrictions. For best results, call regular mobile or landline numbers.

Why did my call not connect?

Check that you dialed 1 + 212 + the full 9-digit local number without the leading 0. Verify the number is correct and active. If the number does not respond, the line may be temporarily unavailable.

Quick Answer

How to Call Morocco from the US

Dial 1 + 212 + the local Moroccan number. Most calls to Morocco connect instantly. Rates start at $0.0164/min for transparent, affordable calling.

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Cost tools

🇺🇸From United States

To Morocco🇲🇦

$1.64

Per minute

212

Country code

Call quality

Landline rate

$1.64/min

Mobile rate

$1.64/min

Same per-minute Sayfone rate for landline and mobile.

Average call quality

Steps at a glance

Dial 1 (US exit code)
Enter 212 (Morocco country code)
Add the local number

Sources

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ITU E.164 International Numbering Plan
Morocco country code verification

STEP-BY-STEP DIALING

Dialing Instructions

Follow these steps to place a call from the United States to Morocco. The process is the same for landlines and mobile phones.

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Dial the US exit code
Start with 1 to indicate an international call from the United States.
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1
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Enter Morocco's country code
Dial 212, which is the country code for Morocco.
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1 + 212
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Add the local Moroccan number
Dial the 9-digit local number. Moroccan numbers typically include a city or operator prefix followed by the subscriber number.
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1 + 212 + 5 + XXXXXXXX (example: 1 + 212 + 5 + 61234567 for a Casablanca landline)
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Dialing format reference

212

Use these patterns when entering a full international number to 212.

Mobile

+212 6XX XXX XXX (domestic) or 1 + 212 + 6XX XXX XXX (from US)

Landline

+212 5XX XXX XXX (domestic) or 1 + 212 + 5XX XXX XXX (from US)

1 + 212 + 5 + 61234567 (Casablanca landline)
1 + 212 + 6 + 12345678 (Mobile)

Major city area codes

Casablanca5 + 22

Rabat5 + 37

Fez5 + 35

Marrakech5 + 24

Sources

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FCC International Calling Guide
US exit code and international dialing procedure

KEY RULES

Morocco Dialing Rules

Understanding these rules will help you dial correctly and avoid common mistakes.

Always dial 1 first from the US

The 1 exit code is required for all international calls from the United States. Without it, the number will not connect.

Do not include the leading 0

Moroccan phone numbers written domestically often begin with a 0 (e.g., 0522). When calling from the US, omit the 0 and use only the digits after it.

Mobile numbers start with 6

Moroccan mobile phone numbers begin with 6 when you remove the leading 0. These are assigned to major operators like Maroc Telecom, Orange, and Inwi.

Landline numbers start with 5

Fixed-line numbers in Morocco begin with 5 after you remove the leading 0. The next digit indicates the region or city.

CALLING TIPS

Best Times to Call Morocco

Morocco operates on Western European Time (WET) or Western European Summer Time (WEST). Plan your calls around local business hours and time-zone differences.

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The US spans multiple time zones, so consider your local time when calculating the best time to reach someone in Morocco. Mornings in Morocco (8 AM – 12 PM local) are typically good for business calls.

Time & windows

Eastern Time (ET) to Morocco

Morocco is 5 hours ahead

8 AM ET = 1 PM Morocco Time

Central Time (CT) to Morocco

Morocco is 6 hours ahead

8 AM CT = 2 PM Morocco Time

Mountain Time (MT) to Morocco

Morocco is 7 hours ahead

8 AM MT = 3 PM Morocco Time

Pacific Time (PT) to Morocco

Morocco is 8 hours ahead

8 AM PT = 4 PM Morocco Time

🇺🇸Best for business calls

8 AM – 12 PM Morocco Time (1 AM – 7 AM ET, 12 AM – 6 AM CT, 11 PM – 5 AM MT, 10 PM – 4 AM PT)Standard Moroccan business hours; early morning in the US.

🇺🇸Good for general calls

1 PM – 6 PM Morocco Time (8 AM – 1 PM ET, 7 AM – 12 PM CT, 6 AM – 11 AM MT, 5 AM – 10 AM PT)Afternoon in Morocco; morning to midday in the US.

🇺🇸Avoid

8 PM – 8 AM Morocco TimeEvening and night in Morocco; typically not ideal for personal or business calls.

Calling tips

Call during Morocco's business hours (8 AM – 6 PM) when landlines and businesses are staffed.
Mobile calls generally connect any time, but morning or early afternoon (Morocco time) is most likely to reach someone available.
Check if the person observes Friday/Saturday weekends; some businesses operate Sunday–Thursday.
Expect brief waits during lunch hours (typically 12 PM – 2 PM Morocco Time).

Business etiquette

Use formal greetings (Bonjour/Bonsoir) at the start of business calls; French is widely spoken in Morocco.
Identify yourself clearly and state your purpose early.
Allow extra time for connection setup if calling a landline; some lines have slight delays.
Be mindful of public holidays in Morocco; major ones include Islamic holidays and Independence Day (November 18).

Sources

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Time and Date – Morocco Time Zone
Current Morocco time zone and DST information

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues & Fixes

If your call does not connect, check these common issues. Most problems have straightforward solutions.

Number did not connect

Verify you dialed 1 + 212 + the 9-digit local number. Check that you removed the leading 0 from the Moroccan number. Confirm the phone number is active and correctly formatted.

Poor call quality

Call quality can vary based on local network conditions in both countries. Try calling again during a different time, or ask the recipient if they have a stronger signal. Browser-based calling typically offers stable, reliable connections.

Call dropped or ended unexpectedly

Network interruptions can occur during international calls. If the call drops, hang up and retry. Most reconnections happen immediately.

Special numbers may not work

Toll-free, emergency (112 in Morocco), and premium-rate numbers may have restrictions or may not be reachable internationally. Stick to regular landlines and mobile numbers.

Savings

See what you could save

Adjust the tools below to compare Sayfone with typical retail pricing for calls to Morocco. Start with one call, then layer on monthly volume to see the bigger picture.

How to use these tools

Sayfone uses your live rate for calls to Morocco — the same basis as the rest of this page.
First, estimate savings on a single call length. Then, model a full month of minutes versus typical retail benchmarks.
Retail competitor rows are illustrative — not a quote from any carrier.