Morocco's New License Plates: Consolidation Mandatory Before End of 2026

The Minister of Transport and Logistics signed Resolution No. 640.26 mandating the adoption of a unified model of car number plates in Morocco, combining Arabic and Latin letters on the same plate, with the integration of the “MA” code directly into the design rather than being added as a separate label. The decision, which was published on On August, the owners of old international-style paintings are granted a deadline of December 31, 2026 to settle their status. Decision Background Previously, Moroccan drivers had to use two different paintings: a local painting in Arabic letters only to travel within Morocco, and another painting in Latin letters attached to a separate “MA” sticker when traveling outside the country. This duplication was causing frequent confusion during security monitoring at border points, which prompted the National Road Safety Agency to propose a unified design suitable for both internal and international use. What will change in the new board The new model is based on Arabic and Latin letters on the same panel, along with the standardization of dimensions and the incorporation of the “MA” symbol permanently into the design. Casablanca presses have already started printing the new paintings, while one of the workers in one of these presses reported that the price starts from 150 dirhams for the regular plate, up to 170 dirhams for some models, and 200 dirhams for the highest quality categories, in addition to light-reflecting paintings at higher prices. Who is involved in the decision and when Newly registered cars since the decision are automatically granted the Unified Plate. As for the old local paintings in Arabic letters only, they remain valid until the first sale or loss of the car. In contrast, owners of old international-style paintings (Latin letters with a separate “MA” label) are obliged to replace them before December 31, 2026. Why this decision matters Unification aims to simplify border crossing and avoid confusion during security surveillance, by adopting a single national standard valid for all cases, instead of the duplication that confused drivers and security personnel alike.