In Morocco, do you get better prices for paying in Euros?

12/31/2016 12:24:07 AM

No, not at all

(short answer, read the rest if interested)

that is not the case. Tunisia has rampant inflation and irrealistic “official” change rate. In Morocco 20+ years ago, it was slightly advantagous, not anymore. before the citizens could only legaly convert a ridiculously small sum for their foreign travel so everyone had to resort to black market, so foreign currencies were seeked and citizens willing to pay more (just a bit more) for them. the legal amount authorised to be exchanged has steadily grown killing the black market.

So, no, invariably when you are quoted a euro price it is more expensive. it might seem cheaper sometimes, but that’s because they overquote in dirham, and expect you to half the amount at least, while in your currency, they expect less bargaining… but in most cases, the euro quote is much higher because they figure you are an ignorant tool who juges prices from a european perspective…from my experience, living in morroco, when i am quoted a price in euros it is often 2-3 times the real price.

So no, their used to be a lot of countries like that, but less and less. the last time i found this situation was in cambodia, i knew that and made sure to bring fresh bills.

So, no

2/25/2016 1:24:52 PM

Yes, you will potentially make some good savings by paying in Euros. Some locals are pretty interested to get Euros as then it is easier for them to trade with Euros than with their local currency. Still take into consideration the fact that some merchants will adjust their price to your nationality (ie budget).

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