Buying in Morocco follows a clear sequence and takes about two to four months. You choose the property, confirm the title, appoint a notaire, verify the title and liens, sign the compromis de vente with a deposit held in escrow, transfer funds, sign the final acte de vente, pay taxes and register the sale.
1. Confirm the title and appoint a notaire
Get the Titre Foncier number and instruct a notaire. Never pay a deposit before the notaire checks the fresh land-registry title, the seller’s identity, any mortgages, co-owner consent and the zoning position.
2. The compromis de vente (preliminary agreement)
Once price is agreed, you sign a preliminary sales agreement before the notaire and pay a deposit — usually around 10% — held in the notaire’s escrow account, never paid directly to the seller.
3. Due diligence
The notaire confirms there are no outstanding mortgages, unpaid taxes, unsigned heirs or syndic debts, and requests a current Certificat de Propriété.
4. Final deed and registration
You sign the acte de vente, pay the balance, and the notaire registers the transfer at the Conservation Foncière. You receive an updated ownership certificate in your name.
How long does it take?
Typically two to four months from offer to final registration.
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