Tanger Tech benefits from the fiscal advantages granted under Morocco's Free Zone regime (Law No. 19-94). Companies established within the zone benefit from an attractive incentive framework, including corporate tax incentives, exemptions from import duties and VAT, and exemptions from registration fees, in accordance with the regulations governing Free Zones in Morocco. An updated review of the latest Finance Laws should be conducted with your local accounting advisor to stay informed of any changes that may affect your company's specific tax status.

Tanger Tech provides end-to-end support through its One-Stop-Shop 360° services. Before investment, SATT assists investors with business planning, investment procedures, and administrative approvals. During the investment phase, premium greenfield land is available for sale, ready to support industrial development. SATT also facilitates the issuance of the necessary permits and authorizations required to establish operations, along with utilities connections, infrastructure and safety management, digitalized trade facilitation, and ongoing operational support.

Yes, 100% foreign ownership is one of the incentives extended to investors.

Yes, it is possible. The transfer application must be evaluated and approved by a dedicated commission.

The investment process consists of six main steps: (1) Confirmation of Interest and MOU, (2) Settlement Authorization, (3) Company Incorporation, (4) Land Contract, (5) Project Implementation, including the Construction Permit and Operating License, and (6) Start of Operations and Production (SOP). SATT serves as the investor's single point of contact throughout the entire investment process.

SATT facilitates and delivers the key administrative documents required for project implementation, including the Installation Authorization, Construction Permit, and Certificate of Conformity for Constructions. SATT also coordinates the submission and processing of the necessary installation documentation.

The installation of a new business in Tanger Tech involves multiple steps managed by a dedicated one-stop-shop for technical, administrative, and commercial support, ensuring proximity and convenience for clients.

The process includes authorization setup, company creation, project implementation, and start of activity. For a thorough step-by-step guide, please contact [email protected].

Upon receiving the certificate of conformity, the investor is authorized to start production the following day, in adherence to the established procedure.

The company is registered through specialized accountants or fiduciary companies selected by the investor to assist throughout the company incorporation and registration process.

Investors are free to choose the bank of their preference. If requested, SATT can redirect them to banking institutions operating in Morocco.

The Regional Unified Investment Commission (CRUI), chaired by the Wali of the Region, is responsible for reviewing and approving investment projects. The Commission assesses projects based on five criteria: urban planning, structural compliance, safety, security, and environmental impact. Prior to the Commission's review, SATT conducts a preliminary assessment of the project to ensure it meets the required criteria, representing the investor's interests throughout the evaluation process.

The application file typically includes a request letter addressed to the President of the CRUI, the completed questionnaire, the signed and notarized undertaking attached to the questionnaire, a copy of the legal representative's passport, and a detailed project presentation (including the manufacturing process). Depending on the company's status: for a company under incorporation, the Negative Certificate is required; for an existing company, the Commercial Register (RC), Articles of Association, and General Meeting Minutes (PV) are required. A letter requesting the allocation of a plot number must also be included. Additional documents may be required depending on the project. Please refer to the Scope of Statement for the complete list.

Tech Commune Aouama, Zone d'accélération industrielle Tanger Tech, Cité Mohammed VI Tanger, Ain Dalia 90000.

Latitude: 35.65494562967362, Longitude: -5.814128136850443.

SATT is a semi-public institution.

SATT's land is Greenfield (not previously built on).

SATT's 2,192-hectare development is currently zoned into two main areas: 1,220 hectares for the Smart City and 972 hectares for the Industrial Park, designated as a Free Zone.

Yes, the site is located in a free zone area, governed by Law 19-94.

There is no fixed plot size; land is allocated according to each client's precise needs. Upon request, SATT can also accommodate future extension requirements as the client's footprint grows, depending on land availability.

Rates are determined competitively based on regional considerations, with specific pricing tailored to the size of the land required. To receive a customized offer, please contact SATT with the required land area, the planned Start of Operations and Production (SOP) date, and any other key project information.

The whole zone covers 2,192 ha, with the closest edge (Gouaret Meharza) nearly 1 km from the nearest residential area. Fire and police stations are located within the zone, reachable within a 5-minute radius, and Tangier city, including the largest hospital in the region, is 15 minutes away.

Land leveling is the client's responsibility, and any height difference depends on the chosen plot location. There are no specific restrictions other than the scope of statement and relevant legal framework. The zone manager facilitates direct access to the highway and utility pipes, promoting a plug-and-play model for construction readiness.

Yes, a client can select and purchase additional land or warehouses within the SATT industrial zone.

Yes. The application is made through SATT, after land contract signature, with the National Agency for Land Conservation, Cadastre, and Cartography. For assistance, please contact SATT directly.

The zone manager (SATT) is responsible for overseeing these facilities, in collaboration with customs.

All technical, architectural, and construction requirements are detailed in the Tanger Tech Industrial Zone Specifications and Design Guidelines (Cahier des Charges), which serves as the reference document for all developments within the zone.

Yes, construction permit applications may be submitted prior to obtaining EIA approval, depending on the nature of the investor's activity, in accordance with Law No. 12-03 on Environmental Impact Assessments and its implementing regulations. Geotechnical studies, land leveling, and the initiation of construction works may also be allowed before obtaining EIA approval.

Morocco has a highly efficient construction industry with extensive experience delivering industrial facilities for international investors. Within SATT's portfolio, factories for clients from Asia, Europe, and the United States are typically completed within an average of 6 to 7 months, depending on project scope and specifications.

Yes, all staff and vehicles must be registered with SATT's administration to obtain access permits for Tanger Tech.

Toward the end of construction and before the SOP, the one-stop-shop commission verifies that the building corresponds to the applicable technical regulations and specifications. Please refer to the Scope of Statement for details.

Requirements vary based on the company's activity; an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) may be necessary.

Yes, all plots are fully serviced, with electricity, water, and sewage connections installed throughout the entire zone. Tap water services are connected by Tanger Tech (SATT) and Tanger Med Utilities (TMU).

The water infrastructure of the plot has been developed to safeguard all plots from water-related risks, including centennial studies conducted with relevant public agencies. A dedicated man-made canal collects and manages rainwater across the plot.

SATT has the capability to establish new renewable energy farms and plants for specific projects, aligned with the national grid's goal of achieving 100% renewable power. Specific projects are in progress; for more information, please contact the SATT team.

Within the zone, the zone manager (SATT) and the associated utility company Tanger Med Utilities (TMU) manage these aspects. Outside the zone, responsibility falls to the national agency or private operators.

Natural gas is supplied through the national grid, with additional contributions from regional dams. SATT does not supply gas directly, but can share information about gas companies that distribute to factories via on-site tanks.

Sewage services are managed and provided by SATT and Tanger Med Utilities (TMU). Wastewater must comply with local discharge values specified in the scope of statement; if it does not, the client is required to install a treatment facility before discharging.

There is no confirmed contamination. Companies are encouraged to conduct a geotechnical study before purchasing. Air quality in the zone is high, with no significant issues securing an air permit.

There is no restriction on heavy truck access. Distances from the zone: industrial rail 3 km, highway 4.1 km, deepwater port 35 km, cargo airport 17.5 km, and international passenger airport 17.5 km.

The legal minimum working age in Morocco is 18. Tanger Tech benefits from a strategic location within a dynamic employment basin, surrounded by nearby residential areas, while Tangier city (one of the region's main sources of skilled and qualified labor) is located approximately 15 km away, ensuring convenient access to a large workforce.

The development of Free Zones is designed to create local employment opportunities. Companies are strongly encouraged and incentivized to hire locally for most, if not all, of their workforce, though there is no explicit legal requirement regarding the proportion of local and foreign employees.

There is generally local openness to relocation, and arrangements for returning home on weekends can be considered.

Yes, labor outsourcing is allowed, with no percentage limit.

Companies typically use ANAPEC, the national recruitment and labor agency, to source and interview candidates. Mass hiring (for example 500 people in one month) can be achieved through ANAPEC or private HR companies specialized in mass recruitment.

The region offers a diversified talent pool, including workers with secondary education, vocational and technical diplomas, bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, and PhD qualifications, supporting a wide range of industrial and service activities.

The Tangier region benefits from a strong educational and vocational training ecosystem, including Abdelmalek Essaâdi University, ENSA Tangier, ENCG Tangier, the Faculty of Sciences and Techniques (FST), OFPPT training institutes, and IFMIA Tangier, providing a continuous pipeline of engineers, managers, technicians, and skilled professionals.

Higher education institutions in the Tangier region attract students from across Morocco, with an estimated 25,000 to 35,000 graduates entering the job market each year. Thanks to the region's dynamic industrial ecosystem, particularly in the automotive, aerospace, logistics, and manufacturing sectors, a significant proportion of graduates choose to remain in the region and start their careers locally.

Yes. Moroccan higher education institutions actively encourage internships as part of academic programs, and many universities collaborate closely with industry through internship programs, applied research projects, and work-integrated learning initiatives.

Campus recruitment is generally most effective during the academic year, particularly in the months preceding graduation, when students actively seek internships and first employment opportunities. Calendars vary by institution and program.

Yes, ANAPEC offers various programs supporting talent attraction and workforce development, including for blue-collar labor and high-skill technical talent.

According to the Moroccan Labour Code, legal working time is set at 44 hours per week. Companies may organize their working time according to operational requirements, including shift-based systems, and overtime is permitted under specific conditions with compensation in accordance with Moroccan labour regulations.

Yes, companies can implement a 3-shift organization to ensure continuous production, provided applicable legal provisions on working hours, rest periods, health and safety, and overtime compensation are respected. Working schedules must comply with legal working time limits, and hours exceeding the legal duration are considered overtime and must be compensated accordingly.

Overtime is governed by Articles 196 to 202 of the Moroccan Labour Code. Additional hours are compensated with a salary increase: +25% for daytime overtime, +50% for night hours or a weekly rest day, and +100% when overtime falls at night during a rest day.

Night shifts are permitted under Moroccan labour regulations, within a 3-shift system respecting legal requirements on working hours, health and safety, rest periods, and compensation. Companies may also operate on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays depending on operational requirements, with required compensation and/or compensatory rest, including for employees working on official public holidays.

Common contract types include the ANAPEC contract, the indefinite-term contract (CDI), and the fixed-term contract (CDD). Fixed-term contracts can be renewed once, or converted into an indefinite-term contract.

If an employee commits a serious offense, they can be dismissed without notice, severance pay, or damages. Where severance applies, it is calculated based on the average wages of the 52 weeks preceding termination.

As of January 2026, the SMIG (Salaire Minimum Interprofessionnel Garanti) is 17.92 MAD/hour, approximately 3,423 MAD gross per month (around 3,192 MAD net) for 191 working hours. This amount is revised periodically under tripartite social agreements; figures should be checked for updates before publication.

Average monthly gross salaries in the Tangier region vary by position, qualification, and experience. As an indication: operators around €310, quality inspectors around €450, team leaders around €500, maintenance technicians around €1,050, shift supervisors around €1,100, and directors around €3,500 per month. Engineer salaries typically fall between technician and supervisory levels. These figures are indicative and vary by industry and company.

Most companies operating in the Free Zone provide transportation for their employees to ensure smooth shift operations. As the zone is located approximately 15 to 30 minutes from Tangier city center and public transport is not yet readily available, dedicated transportation helps ensure employees arrive on time.

Companies typically provide an on-site canteen for workers. Meal provision is generally organized and regulated by the employer as part of company policy rather than a strict legal obligation, and the meal allowance depends on each company's own policy and arrangements.

No, on-site dormitories are not allowed. However, some companies assist workers in finding accommodation in the area.

Employees receive a minimum of 18 days of annual leave, with no fixed limit to sick leave. Depending on the applicable agreement, employees may also receive up to 4 days of marriage leave.

Female employees are entitled to 14 weeks of paid maternity leave in both the private and public sectors, in accordance with the Moroccan Labour Code and the General Statute of the Civil Service. In the private sector, employees are entitled to 3 days of paid paternity leave per birth; in the public sector, civil servants are entitled to 15 consecutive days of paid paternity leave.

As Morocco is a predominantly Muslim country, it is preferable to designate a dedicated prayer area for workers.

All employees must be registered with the National Social Security Fund (CNSS), which provides mandatory social security coverage, including Mandatory Health Insurance (AMO). Companies may also choose to provide supplementary private medical insurance; the cost per employee depends on the insurance provider and level of coverage selected.

Yes. Companies established in Tanger Tech, operating under the Moroccan Free Zone regime, may import raw materials for manufacturing and export activities. Free Zones are primarily intended for export-oriented operations; however, a portion of production may be sold on the Moroccan domestic market, subject to applicable customs and tax regulations. Final product sales to the local market are generally limited to up to 15% of the company's turnover, and the corresponding products become subject to applicable customs duties and taxes (VAT) upon entry into Moroccan customs territory.

Companies in the free zone are exempt from import and export duties. Transportation costs vary depending on several factors, such as mode, volume, and destination.

Tanger Tech is connected to 186 ports in 77 countries, including 8 ports in China, with about 20% of container traffic exchanged with Asia.

Investors can use their own transport or subcontract to a third party. Registration on the SATT customs system and processing of the consignment on that system are prerequisites.

Factories can operate 24/7, 365 days a year.

No. The zone is an international investment destination open to companies from all countries. While it has established strong ties with Chinese investors, it welcomes all value-creating investment projects that contribute to industrial development, innovation, job creation, and long-term economic growth, regardless of country of origin.

Tanger Tech offers a wide range of services, including a one-stop-shop, security, hygiene management, and digitized import and export processes.

Yes, an annual zone management fee applies, payable to SATT, amounting to 1 Euro per square meter per year.

Tangier is a highly competitive location for business establishment. Positioned as a strategic bridge between Europe and Africa, just 14 km from Europe near the Strait of Gibraltar, it facilitates more than 20% of global trade. Tangier is Africa's leading FDI destination, having attracted over 1,100 FDI projects, and combines political stability with major infrastructure: Africa's largest port (Tangier Port), an international airport, a high-speed train (TGV), and a well-connected highway network.

Morocco is a highly competitive business location thanks to its political stability (among the safest countries in Africa and the Middle East), its ranking as the 5th largest economy in Africa and 3rd in North Africa, and free trade agreements with 56 countries covering a market of 1 billion people, including the EU, the US, and the Middle East.

The region hosts several industrial free zones, including Tanger Tech, Tanger Free Zone, Tanger Automotive City, and Renault Tanger Med. Across the free zones of the north of Morocco, over 1,100 companies from various sectors have created nearly 95,000 jobs.

Site visits can be arranged through SATT representatives as part of the application process. To discuss expansion plans within the zone, please contact SATT at [email protected].

For more in-depth details, please contact SATT at [email protected].