Morocco Unifies Vehicle License Plates

Morocco is standardizing its vehicle license plates with a new unified design, applicable both domestically and internationally. The National Road Safety Agency (NARSA) announced the change, which aims to streamline registration processes and resolve practical challenges encountered during international travel.

A ministerial decree, published in the official gazette on August 3, modifies previous regulations on vehicle registration. The new decree specifies a uniform format and dimensions for license plates, eliminating the discrepancies that previously caused issues for vehicles crossing borders.

For vehicles already registered with older plates, NARSA clarified that they can continue to be used until the next change of ownership. Vehicles registered for international use with Latin characters and the "MA" country code will need to switch to the new unified plates by December 31, 2026. New registrations, whether for vehicles purchased in Morocco or imported, will use the new design starting immediately.

NARSA urged all license plate manufacturers to adhere strictly to the new regulations, ensuring the plates meet the specified dimensions and format. This move is part of Morocco's broader efforts to modernize its administrative procedures and enhance road safety.

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Morocco is standardizing its vehicle license plates with a new unified design, applicable both domestically and internationally.