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Photography & Drones — Morocco

What travelers need to know about photography & drones in Morocco. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Photography & Drones in Morocco: restricted — there are real limits travelers must follow.

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RESTRICTED

Photographing anything of military or security interest — palaces, diplomatic missions, government buildings, sensitive facilities — without permission may cause problems with Moroccan authorities.

Problems with authorities; possible detention

§ US State Dept — Morocco

Verified Jul 12, 2026

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