Marriage in Morocco
Moroccan Criminal Record for Foreigners getting Married in Morocco.
The Morocco Marriage Process Can Be Confusing, Difficult and a Bureaucratic Nightmare
We’re here to make the process as simple, clear, efficient and straightforward as possible.
Morocco uses a different legal and administrative system from many other countries. The process can involve extensive paperwork, office visits, certified translations, legalisations, medical paperwork and court requirements.
There is no single generic document list that applies to every court in Morocco. You may find information online or read other people’s experiences in groups and forums, but their requirements are based on their own nationality, personal circumstances and chosen court—not yours. Requirements can vary between courts, which is why professional support from the beginning can make a significant difference. We help you understand exactly what applies to your situation before you travel.
Preparing your file in Morocco is another stage, involving local documentation, translations, legalisations, medical paperwork and court requirements. Everything must be prepared correctly and organised in the proper format before it can be submitted to the court.
I’m James, an Australian expat living in Morocco. Together with my Moroccan wife, Sara, we provide one-to-one guidance from before you leave your country through the final stages of the Moroccan marriage process. We make everything clear and easy to understand, so you know what to do at every step. You will receive information relevant to your nationality, personal circumstances and the city where you are getting married.
Once your documents from your home country are ready and correctly prepared with our guidance, our optional In-Person Assistance service helps prepare your complete, correctly organised, court-ready file in Morocco in one focused day.
documents required for marriage – Moroccan Criminal Record
Moroccan Criminal Record for Foreigners getting Married in Morocco
You will need to obtain a Moroccan criminal record for the purposes of Marriage in Morocco. Even if you have never been in Morocco you will still need the record. The application form which is in French and Arabic for your Moroccan criminal record is available from the Ministry of Justice in Rabat. You also need to take photocopies of the biometric (photo page) of your passport and the page containing the stamp of your last entry into Morocco.
Document obtained in Morocco 
Issued by the Ministry of Justice, Rabat.
In Person Assistance Available
How to apply for your Moroccan Criminal Record
- Visit the Ministry of Justice in Rabat, Morocco
- Ask them for the Criminal Record Application
- Complete the Application in English
- Get Photocopies of your passports Biometric Page and the page showing your last entry stamp into Morocco
- Return the completed application with your passport photocopies to the Ministry of Justice
The police will then provide you with a receipt which contains the day and time you need to return to the Ministry of Justice to collect your criminal record.
In Person Assistance Available
We provide In Person Assistance with getting Married in Morocco.For correct and current guidance, please contact us through our Initial Consultation. We provide guidance for your nationality, personal circumstances and marriage city. Visit In Person Assistance or send us a message on WhatsApp for more information.
Other documents you need to obtain in Morocco
Medical Certificate of Good Health
Conversion to Islam (for non-Muslim males)
Documents you must obtain from your country before coming to Morocco
Criminal Record (Home Country)
