Practical reference pages for regulated activities, permits and approvals in Morocco.
Use this section to quickly spot activity areas where a permit, approval or prior compliance review is often required in Morocco.
Activity areas to review first
| Branch | Regulated area | NMA label | Checkpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 | Food service and hygiene | Restauration | Sector authority / SGG |
| 79 | Tourism and travel agencies | Activités des agences de voyage, voyagistes, services de réservation | Sector authority / SGG |
| 85 | Private education | Enseignement | Sector authority / SGG |
| 86 | Private health | Activités pour la santé humaine | Sector authority / SGG |
| 49 | Regulated transport | Transports terrestres et transport par conduites | Sector authority / SGG |
| 64 | Banking and financial services | Activités des services financiers, hors assurance et caisses de retraite | Sector authority / SGG |
| 65 | Insurance and intermediation | Assurance | Sector authority / SGG |
| 61 | Telecommunications | Télécommunications | Sector authority / SGG |
| 80 | Private security | Enquêtes et sécurité | Sector authority / SGG |
| 42 | Civil engineering, sites and permits | Génie civil | Sector authority / SGG |
| 05 | Mining and quarries | Extraction de houille et de lignite | Sector authority / SGG |
| 06 | Hydrocarbons and gas | Extraction d’hydrocarbures | Sector authority / SGG |
| 36 | Water, sanitation and operation | Captage, traitement et distribution d’eau | Sector authority / SGG |
When to verify with an authority
| Situation | Why verify | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Regulated or sensitive activity | Conditions depend on the real service and location | Sector authority |
| Public-facing operations | Local or health requirements may apply | Local authority / municipality |
| Any permit filing | This portal is informational, not formal approval | Competent authority |
Official sources worth opening
| Source | Why open it | Official portal |
|---|---|---|
| SGG | Regulated activities, approvals and sector rules. | SGG |
| DirectEntreprise | Company creation steps, filings and guided path. | DirectEntreprise |
| OMPIC | Registries, RC, ICE and company information. | OMPIC |
Frequently asked questions
Does the licensing hub replace a permit decision...
No. It helps identify areas where a sector review is likely before filing or launch.
Why is the NMA code not enough on its own...
Because permits also depend on the real service, premises, target public and sector regulation.
When should local, health or zoning rules also be checked...
Whenever the project involves premises, public access, sensitive operations or installation constraints.
2026 informational reference: always confirm the exact obligation and competent authority before filing, registration or business decisions. Read the methodology.