Lost in Morocco’s legal maze? Hespress English’s Regulatory Watch breaks it down. Every week, we turn dense official texts into clear updates that show how new rules impact business, workers, and citizens.
This week, several decrees aimed at supporting very small, small, and medium-sized enterprises (VSEs/SMEs) were published in the Official Gazette, under the 2025 SME support framework (Decree 2.25.342).
Decree No. 3.51.25 – Regional Eligibility for SME Support
Date Published: November 6, 2025
Issuing Authority: Head of Government, on proposal of multiple ministries including Interior, Industry, Agriculture, Health, and Finance
This decree sets out which business activities qualify for government support under the SME program, broken down by region. It clarifies which sectors are eligible, helping entrepreneurs plan their projects.
Decree No. 3.52.25 – Priority Sectors for SME Support
Date Published: November 6, 2025
Issuing Authority: Head of Government
The decree identifies priority activities for the SME support program. Businesses in these sectors can benefit from streamlined procedures and targeted support, encouraging investment in key economic areas.
Decree No. 3.53.25 – Documents Required to Apply for SME Support
Date Published: November 6, 2025
Issuing Authority: Head of Government
This decree specifies the documents SMEs must submit to access the support system, including:
- Business registration and governance documents
- Tax compliance certificates
- Social security registration
- Financial statements for the past three years
- Project plan, budget, and financing details
- Proof of property for the project and identity of legal representative
All applications must be submitted electronically to the relevant Regional Investment Center.
Decree No. 3.54.25 – Territorial Grants for SME Projects
Date Published: October 31, 2025
Issuing Authority: Head of Government
This decree defines which regions qualify for territorial grants under the SME support program. Depending on the area, SMEs can receive 10% or 15% of eligible investment costs, providing financial incentives for investment in priority regions.
add your comment
Terms of publication : Not to offend the writer, people, sacred things, or attack religions or the divine self, and refrain from racist incitement and insults.