Greetings are elaborate
Handshakes are long, accompanied by 'how are you, how's your family, how's your health' in Arabic or French. Rush this and you've signaled disrespect.
🤝 Etiquette in Morocco
Etiquette in Morocco is mostly invisible until you break it. Greetings, gestures, dining manners and the social cues locals expect are worth learning before you arrive.
In Morocco, etiquette comes down to a few things: greetings are elaborate, bargaining is social, and ramadan changes everything.
Bargaining is social
Haggling in souks is expected and enjoyed. Start at 30-40% of the asking price. Drink tea, chat, walk away if needed. It's a dance, not a fight.
Tip: Never start bargaining unless you intend to buy. Starting and walking away on a very low price is considered rude.
Ramadan changes everything
During Ramadan, eating, drinking, or smoking in public during daylight is very disrespectful. Many restaurants close during the day. Iftar (evening meal) is magical — join if invited.