Morocco Currency to GBP - A Comprehensive Guide

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Morocco's official currency is the Moroccan dirham (MAD), but you'll often see prices quoted in euros or dollars, especially in tourist areas. The dirham is divided into 100 subunits called centimes.

To give you a better idea of the exchange rate, the Moroccan government sets the exchange rate for the dirham against the euro and the US dollar. This rate is fixed, but it can fluctuate slightly depending on the market.

In 2020, the exchange rate was approximately 10 MAD to 1 GBP, but this can vary depending on the exchange service and the current market conditions.

Additional reading: 100 Moroccan Dirham to Usd

Morocco Currency Basics

The Moroccan Dirham is the official currency of Morocco, abbreviated as MAD internationally, but commonly referred to as "dh" in this write-up.

You'll notice that the plural form of dirham in standard Arabic is dirahim, but in English and French, it's often used as "dirhams". One santim, worth 1/100 of a dirham, is rarely seen in coins smaller than 20c, but you might come across 50c.

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Paper notes come in denominations of 20dh, 50dh, 100dh, and 200dh. The 100dh and 200dh notes are the most common, equivalent to 10s and 20s in currencies like the US, Canada, and Australia.

It's worth noting that in large tourist cities like Marrakesh, you might be quoted prices in your own currency.

Here's a quick reference to help you navigate the currency:

  • Notes of 100dh and 200dh are the most common paper notes, equivalent to 10s and 20s.
  • One Franc = 1/100 of a dirham (1,000 francs = 10 dirhams).
  • One Middle Atlas Real = 1/20 of a dirham (200 Middle Atlas reals = 10 dirhams).
  • One Tetoauni Real = 1/2 of a dirham (10 Tetouani reals = 10 dirhams).

As you navigate the markets, keep in mind that Moroccans are generally honest and will charge you the right amount, though they might round centimes up or down to the nearest dirham.

Currency Conversion

The Moroccan Dirham (MAD) can be converted to the British Pound (GBP) using live currency rates. As of 07/01/2025 03:07, 1 Moroccan Dirham is equivalent to 0.0796 British Pounds.

You can find the latest currency exchange rates on various websites, which also include a live currency converter, handy conversion table, and last 7 days exchange rate history. For example, one website shows the exchange rate history for converting Moroccan Dirhams to Pounds, with the rate remaining consistent at 0.0799 GBP per MAD from January 4th to January 6th, 2025.

On a similar theme: History of Australian Currency

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To convert MAD to GBP, you can use a conversion chart, which shows the equivalent value of different amounts of MAD in GBP. For instance, 100 MAD is equivalent to 7.9591 GBP, while 500 MAD is equivalent to 39.796 GBP.

If you want to invert the currencies, you can convert GBP to MAD using a conversion chart or table. One such chart shows the equivalent value of different amounts of GBP in MAD, with 1 GBP equivalent to 12.564 MAD.

The Moroccan Dirham has shown a slight increase in value against the British Pound, with a year-to-date appreciation of +0.63% and a 10-year appreciation of +16.22%.

Here's a table summarizing the high, low, and average exchange rates for MAD to GBP over the last 30 and 90 days:

Historical Data

The highest MAD to GBP exchange rate in the last 24 days was on the 6th of January 2025, where 1 MAD was worth 0.0799 GBP.

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On the 3rd of January 2025, the exchange rate was slightly lower at 0.0798 GBP.

Here's a table showing the exchange rates for the last 10 days:

The lowest MAD to GBP exchange rate in the last 24 days was on the 29th of December 2024, where 1 MAD was worth 0.0787 GBP.

History for Converting

I've been looking at the exchange rate history for Moroccan Dirhams to British Pounds, and it's interesting to see the fluctuations over time. The exchange rate for 1 MAD to GBP was 0.0799 on the 6th of January 2025, which is the same as the previous day.

One notable trend I've observed is that the exchange rate remained steady at 0.0799 GBP for three consecutive days, from the 4th to the 6th of January 2025.

Here's a brief overview of the exchange rate for the first week of January 2025:

Interestingly, the exchange rate was 0.0791 GBP on both the 1st and 31st of December 2024.

What Is the 10

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The 10 refers to the 10-digit telephone number system that was introduced in the United States in 1945.

This system replaced the earlier 5-digit system and allowed for more unique phone numbers to be assigned to each household.

The 10-digit system is still in use today, with the first three digits representing the area code.

Area codes were originally assigned based on the geographic location of the phone exchange, with the first digit indicating the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I exchange money before I travel to Morocco?

No, it's not recommended to exchange money before traveling to Morocco due to its closed currency policy. You can bring in or take out a limited amount, but most exchange will need to be done on arrival.

Is it better to buy dirhams in Morocco or the UK?

Buy dirhams in Morocco for a more convenient exchange. Exchanging currency in Morocco is generally the best option for travellers

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