Morocco field guide ยท June 2026
Gambling Sites in Morocco: What You Need to Know
Morocco limits gambling to state-authorised products or operators. Check the permitted vertical and website before you play. Use the traffic ranking above to see which gambling sites attract visitors, then check legality, payments, terms and player protection before you decide what to do.
The essentials
Morocco at a glance
Market status
State Monopoly
Partially Legal
Minimum age
18+
Age limits may vary by product
Player tax
Taxed โ 32% on winnings from offshore operators (a 30% withholding tax plus a 2% solidarity contribution), deducted at source by payment intermediaries. Winnings from domestic operators are also taxable as of the 2025 Finance Bill, though specific rates are not defined.
Treatment can depend on product and licence
Regulator
Oversight is fragmented. The Ministry of Economy and Finance oversees the state monopolies for sports betting (MDJS) and lotteries (Loterie Nationale). The Ministry of Agriculture oversees the horse racing monopoly (SOREC). The Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Tourism are jointly responsible for licensing land-based casinos.
Confirm the current authority
Last checked
June 2026
Framework year: 1966
Know the boundaries
What types of gambling can you use?
| Vertical | Status |
|---|---|
| Online casino | Illegal |
| Online betting | Partial |
| Online poker | Illegal |
| Lottery | Partial |
| Land-based casino | Legal |
Verify it yourself
Six checks you can make before you play
Your money
Winnings and tax
Your tax position
Taxed โ 32% on winnings from offshore operators (a 30% withholding tax plus a 2% solidarity contribution), deducted at source by payment intermediaries. Winnings from domestic operators are also taxable as of the 2025 Finance Bill, though specific rates are not defined.
Your tax treatment can depend on the product, operator licence and personal circumstances in Morocco. Keep transaction records and get professional advice for unusual amounts or offshore play.
Quick answers
What you may still want to know
Is gambling legal in Morocco?
Morocco limits gambling to state-authorised products or operators. Check the permitted vertical and website before you play.
How old do you need to be?
The minimum age is 18+.
Do you pay tax on winnings?
Taxed โ 32% on winnings from offshore operators (a 30% withholding tax plus a 2% solidarity contribution), deducted at source by payment intermediaries. Winnings from domestic operators are also taxable as of the 2025 Finance Bill, though specific rates are not defined..
Who regulates gambling in Morocco?
Oversight is fragmented. The Ministry of Economy and Finance oversees the state monopolies for sports betting (MDJS) and lotteries (Loterie Nationale). The Ministry of Agriculture oversees the horse racing monopoly (SOREC). The Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Tourism are jointly responsible for licensing land-based casinos.
Why can a website appear in several rankings?
A multi-product operator can offer both sports betting and casino games. Pure lottery and information websites remain in their own categories.
Methodology & sources
Traffic rankings measure audience activity; category rules describe a websiteโs product; local law determines whether you may use it. A high rank is never an endorsement.
Regulations were last checked in June 2026. Check again before depositing because rules, licences and tax treatment can change.
- finances.gov.ma โ
- Sigma World โ
- Le Desk โ
- LeSiteinfo.com โ
- SoftSwiss Regulation Map โ
- Focus GN Tax Metrics 2025/2026 โ
- Focus Gaming News โ
- Sigma World โ
- focusgn.com โ
- europeangaming.eu โ
This guide is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice.