Morocco’s Minister of Transport and Logistics, Abdessamad Qaiouh, has reaffirmed that offering transportation services through digital platforms and ride-hailing apps without proper authorization is illegal and violates existing laws and regulations.
Addressing a question from Khadija Arouhal, a member of the Progress and Socialism Party in the House of Representatives, Qaiouh stressed that operators in the transport sector must obtain specific licenses for each vehicle used for passenger services.
He cited the 1963 Royal Decree on road transport, which mandates that any service provider offering public transport must secure prior authorization before operating.
As part of the ministry’s broader strategy to establish a sustainable and well-regulated transport system, Qaiouh announced the launch of a national charter aimed at defining the future of mobility in Morocco.
This charter will outline key principles and objectives for the country’s transportation sector while addressing how to regulate new mobility services, particularly in urban areas.
The minister emphasized that the regulation of these emerging transport models will be developed in coordination with the Ministry of the Interior and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with legal frameworks while maintaining fair competition and passenger safety.
He also indicated the government’s willingness to consider proposals from businesses looking to invest in app-based transport services, provided they operate within the boundaries of the law.
While many Moroccans view ride-hailing apps as a necessary innovation for improving transport services, the debate over their legality continues.
A few weeks ago, Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit acknowledged the growing demand for these services, pledging to work on joint solutions to address conflicts between traditional taxis and ride-hailing platforms.
Laftit emphasized that Morocco cannot ignore these new transportation models while relying solely on the conventional taxi system, signaling potential regulatory changes in the near future.
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