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The vignette in Morocco is the annual tax every car owner pays to keep a vehicle on the road. This guide explains how the vignette in Morocco works, who pays it, when it is due and how to pay it without penalties.
What the vignette in Morocco is
The vignette is the special annual tax on motor vehicles. The amount depends on the vehicle’s fiscal horsepower and on its fuel, with diesel cars normally paying more than petrol cars of the same power. You pay it once a year and keep the proof of payment with your car papers.
Who pays the vignette in Morocco
- Owners of private cars registered in Morocco
- Owners of a car bought during the year, within the period set for new vehicles
- Companies that own vehicles registered in Morocco
Renters do not pay it. The vehicle owner, which is the rental supplier, handles the tax on rental cars.
When the vignette is due
The payment window is normally in January each year. Paying after the deadline adds a surcharge that grows with every month of delay, so pay on time. New vehicles have their own deadline after registration.
How the amount is calculated
| Factor | Effect on the amount |
|---|---|
| Fiscal horsepower | Higher horsepower pays more |
| Fuel type | Diesel usually pays more than petrol |
| Vehicle age | Used for some categories and exemptions |
| Electric and hybrid | Reported as exempt, confirm for your model |
Check the official tax portal for the current scale before paying, because published tables differ between outlets.
How to pay the vignette in Morocco
- Have your registration card (carte grise) and the vehicle’s fiscal horsepower ready
- Choose how to pay: the official online portal, a bank or a tax office
- Pay the amount shown for your vehicle
- Keep the receipt or the electronic proof with the car papers
Common mistakes
- Waiting until the last days of January, when portals and offices are busy
- Using the wrong fiscal horsepower, which gives the wrong amount
- Forgetting the tax after buying a used car, because the previous owner’s payment does not transfer
- Losing the proof of payment
Buying a used car and the vignette
Ask the seller for the proof of payment for the current year and check the car’s registration papers. Our used cars in Casablanca, used cars in Marrakech et used cars in Agadir pages are a good place to compare vehicles. If you are planning to keep a car for years, also read our guide to the visite technique in Morocco.
Vignette in Morocco for new cars and used cars
New vehicles get a deadline after first registration, and the first payment is calculated on the car’s fiscal horsepower and fuel. For used cars, the tax has to be paid for the current year by whoever owns the car on the due date. Ask the seller for proof of payment and check that the vehicle is correctly registered in your name.
What happens if you miss the vignette in Morocco deadline
Late payment adds a surcharge that increases every month of delay. Unpaid tax can also come up at a road check or when you try to renew other papers. It is cheaper and simpler to pay inside the January window.
The yearly checklist of car ownership costs
| Cost | When | What to keep |
|---|---|---|
| Vignette | January | Proof of payment |
| Insurance | On the policy renewal date | Insurance certificate |
| Visite technique | Once the car is due | Inspection certificate |
| Servicing | By mileage or time | Service book and receipts |
| Fuel | Every week | Receipts for budget tracking |
Keeping these five in one folder makes selling or renting out the car much easier. You can also read our guide to fuel prices in Morocco to budget your running costs.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the vignette in Morocco?
It depends on the fiscal horsepower and the fuel. Check the official tax portal for the current scale before you pay.
When do I pay the vignette in Morocco?
The normal payment window is in January each year. New vehicles have a separate deadline after registration.
Can I pay the vignette online?
Yes. Payment is available on the official online portal, as well as through banks and tax offices.
Are electric cars exempt from the vignette?
Electric and hybrid vehicles are reported as exempt. Confirm the status of your model with the tax authority.
Do I pay the vignette on a rental car?
No. The owner of the car, the rental supplier, pays it.
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