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Moroccan Family Code — Moudawana

A structured English reference guide to Morocco’s Family Code, organised by Books, Titles, Chapters and Articles.

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Important translation notice

This English section is an unofficial reference translation for general information. The Arabic text published by the Moroccan authorities is the controlling text. Requirements and court practice may vary by circumstances and location.

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Books of the Moudawana

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Book 1 — Marriage

Engagement, marriage, capacity, dowry, impediments and marriage formalities.

Articles 4–69

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Book 2 — Dissolution of Marriage

Death, annulment, repudiation, divorce, maintenance rights and the effects of dissolution.

Articles 70–141

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Book 3 — Birth and Its Effects

Filiation, paternity, custody, visitation and financial maintenance.

Articles 142–205

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Book 4 — Legal Capacity and Representation

Capacity, guardianship, legal representation and judicial oversight.

Articles 206–276

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Book 5 — Wills

Wills, beneficiaries, execution, revocation and testamentary arrangements.

Articles 277–320

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Book 6 — Inheritance

Inheritance rights, prescribed shares, estate administration and division.

Articles 321–395

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Book 7 — Interim and Final Provisions

Transitional rules, repeals and final provisions.

Articles 396–400

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