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How to Call Morocco from the US
Dial 011 + 212 + Moroccan number minus the leading 0 to call Morocco from the US. Casablanca and Rabat examples, time zones, costs, and business tips.
To call Morocco from the US, dial 011 + 212 + Moroccan number (drop leading 0). Casablanca landline example: 011-212-522-XXXXXX. Rabat: 011-212-537-XXXXXX. Moroccan mobile: 011-212-6XX-XXXXXX (domestic prefix 06 or 07, no leading 0).
The 011 is the US international exit code. The 212 is Morocco’s country code.
This pattern works from any US landline or mobile — on a smartphone you can substitute + for 011, dialing +212 522 XXXXXX.
How to dial Morocco from the US
Follow these four steps every time:
- Dial 011 — the US exit code for all international calls. On a mobile keypad, long-press
0to enter+as a shortcut;+works identically to011on smartphones. - Dial 212 — Morocco’s ITU-assigned country code, used for all Moroccan fixed and mobile numbers.
- Drop the leading 0. Moroccan numbers in domestic format start with a 0 trunk prefix. That 0 is dropped for international dialing. A Casablanca number written
0522is dialed as522; a mobile written0612is dialed as612. - Dial the rest of the number exactly as written. Moroccan numbers are 10 digits domestically, so you dial 9 digits after the country code.
The complete pattern: 011 212 <number minus leading 0>.
If you see a Moroccan number already formatted with +212 (common on business cards and websites), replace the + with 011 from a US landline, or dial it as-is from a smartphone.
Moroccan area codes by city
Moroccan landlines use the 05 prefix followed by a geographic area code assigned by the national regulator (ANRT). The leading 0 shown in domestic format is dropped for all international calls.
| City | Domestic prefix | Dial from US (after 011 212) |
|---|---|---|
| Casablanca | 0522 | 522 |
| Rabat | 0537 | 537 |
| Marrakech | 0524 | 524 |
| Fez | 0535 | 535 |
| Tangier | 0539 | 539 |
| Agadir | 0528 | 528 |
Moroccan mobile numbers do not use city area codes.
Mobile numbers start with 06 or 07 in domestic format — dial them as 6XX or 7XX after the country code.
Example: a number beginning 0612 is a mobile; dialed from the US as 011 212 612 XX XX XX.
How Moroccan numbering works
Morocco uses a 10-digit closed numbering plan governed by the ANRT (Agence Nationale de Réglementation des Télécommunications), with a single trunk prefix 0 used only for domestic dialing.
Every Moroccan number is formatted as 0X XX XX XX XX domestically — one leading 0 trunk prefix, a service prefix (05 for landlines, 06 or 07 for mobiles), and the subscriber digits.
When you call internationally, you replace the leading 0 with the international access sequence: 011 212 from the US, or +212 in E.164 notation. Because the domestic format is always 10 digits, you always dial exactly 9 digits after the country code.
Time zone: UTC+1 and the Ramadan shift
Morocco runs on UTC+1 for most of the year:
- For the bulk of the calendar, Morocco sits at UTC+1, which is 6 hours ahead of US Eastern during US standard time and 5 hours ahead during US daylight saving.
- During Ramadan, Morocco temporarily moves its clocks back one hour, narrowing the offset for that period before reverting afterward.
| US time zone | Offset (US standard time) | Offset (US daylight time) |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | Morocco +6 h | Morocco +5 h |
| Central (CT) | Morocco +7 h | Morocco +6 h |
| Mountain (MT) | Morocco +8 h | Morocco +7 h |
| Pacific (PT) | Morocco +9 h | Morocco +8 h |
Important for business callers: the Ramadan clock change means the usual offset does not hold during that window. For recurring calls scheduled across that period, confirm the local time directly with your Moroccan contact rather than assuming the standard offset.
The reliable overlap window for standard business hours is 8 AM–11 AM ET, which reaches Moroccan offices in their early-to-mid afternoon before most close.
US to Morocco calling costs
Costs vary significantly by calling method:
- US carrier per-minute (no plan): major US carriers can charge several dollars per minute to Morocco without an international add-on, with mobile destinations often priced above landlines. Fine for an occasional call.
- Carrier international add-on packages: a monthly fee reduces the per-minute rate and is worthwhile above modest monthly volume.
- VoIP providers (including DialPhone): flat per-minute rates to Morocco that typically undercut carrier add-ons, with no monthly minimum. For US–Morocco business calling at any volume, a VoIP plan on DialPhone business phone pays for itself quickly.
- Free app-to-app (WhatsApp, Signal): works if the Moroccan side also uses the app and has Wi-Fi/data. WhatsApp is widely used in Morocco, but it is not viable for reaching landlines or businesses without it.
See DialPhone pricing for current per-minute Morocco rates included in each plan tier.
Calling Moroccan mobile vs landline from the US
From a US perspective, the dialing procedure is the same: 011 212 <number without leading 0>.
The difference lies in the number format and the cost:
- Landlines start with
05followed by a geographic area code such as 522 (Casablanca) or 537 (Rabat). - Mobiles start with
06or07and have no geographic area code.
Identifying the type from the number: any Moroccan number starting with 06 or 07 in domestic format is a mobile, while a number starting with 05 is a landline.
Calling cost note: Moroccan mobile destinations can be priced higher per minute than landlines on some US carrier plans. VoIP providers including DialPhone typically apply a single flat rate regardless of landline vs mobile destination.
SMS to Morocco and business use cases
US-to-Morocco SMS works from most US mobile plans — the same international add-on that covers calls usually covers texts. Send to +212 followed by the mobile number without its leading 0.
Business-grade SMS (A2P, bulk, or CRM-triggered) requires a provider supporting international SMS routing to Moroccan networks.
US–Morocco B2B context where this matters most:
- Offshoring and shared services: Morocco is a major nearshore hub for French- and English-language contact centers and IT services, so US firms with delivery teams in Casablanca and Rabat coordinate across the time-zone gap daily.
- Automotive and aerospace supply chains: US suppliers increasingly source from Morocco’s manufacturing zones, making reliable caller ID and scheduling across the offset important.
- Trade and tourism: US importers, travel operators, and hospitality partners working with Moroccan counterparts benefit from a predictable inbound and outbound calling setup.
For teams handling inbound Moroccan calls or outbound prospecting into Morocco, a DialPhone business phone plan with a consistent business caller ID helps protect answer rates that unfamiliar international numbers tend to lose.
For outbound, DialPhone routes US-originated calls with STIR/SHAKEN caller-ID attestation on the US leg, so your number presents as a verified business line rather than an unidentified caller.
FAQ
Calling Morocco FAQ
What is the country code for Morocco?
Morocco's country code is +212. From a US landline or mobile, you reach it by dialing the US international exit code 011 first, making the full prefix 011 212. From a smartphone that supports E.164 dialing you can substitute + for 011, so +212 works identically.
Do I need to drop the leading 0 when calling Morocco from the US?
Yes. Moroccan numbers in domestic format start with a 0 — for example, a Casablanca landline is written 0522 XX XX XX locally. That leading 0 is Morocco's trunk prefix and is only used for calls within Morocco.
When calling from the US, replace the entire leading 0 with 011 212. So 0522 12 34 56 becomes 011 212 522 12 34 56. Leaving the 0 in is the most common reason a US-to-Morocco call fails to connect.
How do I call a Moroccan mobile number from the US?
Moroccan mobile numbers start with 06 or 07 in domestic format. Dial 011 + 212 + the mobile number without its leading 0.
Example: a number written as 0612 34 56 78 is dialed from the US as 011 212 612 34 56 78. Mobile numbers do not have a geographic area code — the 06 or 07 prefix identifies the line as a mobile rather than a fixed line.
What is the best time to call Morocco from the US?
Morocco runs on UTC+1 for most of the year, which puts it 6 hours ahead of US Eastern Time during US standard time and 5 hours ahead during US daylight saving. The reliable business-hours overlap window is 8 AM–11 AM ET, which lands in the early-to-mid afternoon in Morocco — still within office hours.
During Ramadan, Morocco temporarily shifts its clocks back one hour, so confirm the offset directly with your contact when scheduling calls in that period.
How much does it cost to call Morocco from the US?
Standard US carrier rates without an international plan can run several dollars per minute to Morocco, with mobile destinations often priced higher than landlines. Carrier international add-on packages reduce this for a monthly fee.
VoIP providers including DialPhone charge flat per-minute rates to Moroccan destinations that are typically lower than carrier add-on plans, with no monthly minimum for low-volume callers.
Can I call Moroccan toll-free (080) numbers from the US?
Moroccan 080 freephone numbers are free only when dialed from within Morocco. Calling them from the US will either fail to connect or connect at a standard international rate.
If you need to reach a Moroccan business from abroad, ask your contact for their geographic +212 landline or mobile number instead of an 080 freephone line.
What is the difference between a Moroccan mobile and landline number?
Both are 10 digits in domestic format including the leading 0. The prefix tells them apart: landlines start with 05 followed by a geographic area code, while mobiles start with 06 or 07.
From the US the dialing procedure is identical — 011 212 followed by the number without its leading 0 — but mobile destinations are sometimes priced higher per minute than landlines on US carrier plans.
How do I save a Moroccan number in my phone contacts?
Save Moroccan numbers in full E.164 international format: +212 followed by the number without its leading 0. For example, a Casablanca number 0522 12 34 56 should be saved as +212 522 12 34 56.
This format works from any country without modification, prevents dialing errors when roaming, and is the standard format expected by CRMs and VoIP platforms including DialPhone.
Start calling Morocco today
Whether you make occasional calls to a Moroccan partner or run a team with daily US–Morocco volume, the right setup eliminates per-minute sticker shock and missed calls.
- DialPhone pricing — compare per-minute Morocco rates across plans
- Start a free trial — call Morocco from day one, no commitment
- DialPhone business phone — full VoIP platform for international calling
- AI receptionist — handle inbound calls from Morocco 24/7
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- How to call France from the US — same exit-code pattern, +33
- Number porting guide — bring your existing number to DialPhone
- STIR/SHAKEN explained — why caller ID attestation matters for international calls
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