What Most People Don't Know
When Americans hear "Morocco," they often picture souks, camels, and maybe a scene from a movie. It sounds exotic but not necessarily... livable.
That picture is pretty outdated.
Morocco has the only high-speed rail system in Africa. It has 5G coverage in all major cities. It's America's oldest ally (seriously—since 1777). And it has a thriving community of American families who've made it home.
It's not a "developing country" in the way most people imagine. It's a comfortable, modern place to live.
The Infrastructure Might Surprise You
Here's what families find when they arrive.
High-Speed Rail
Morocco has Africa's first high-speed train, connecting Tangier to Casablanca in about 2 hours. It's clean, reliable, and affordable.
Getting between major cities is easy—no car required for most families.
Reliable Power
Morocco has invested heavily in renewable energy, including one of the world's largest solar plants. The power grid is stable and outages are rare.
You won't be dealing with rolling blackouts or grid instability.
Fast, Reliable Internet
5G coverage in all major cities. Fiber-optic internet is widely available and affordable. Remote work is completely doable here.
Many families work US remote jobs with no connectivity issues.
A Country That's Growing
Morocco has been steadily modernizing for years. The infrastructure keeps getting better, English is increasingly common, and the expat community continues to grow.
Here's what that means for families:
- English is increasingly common — More people speak English every year, especially in cities and tourist areas. You don't need to be fluent in French or Arabic to get by.
- Growing expat community — More American and European families are making the move. You won't be pioneers—there's a community waiting.
- Continued investment — New roads, hospitals, and services continue to be built. The trajectory is clearly upward.
- Warm welcome for Americans — Morocco has been friends with the US longer than any other country. Americans are genuinely welcomed here.
This isn't about "getting in early" on some opportunity. It's about finding a place where your family can genuinely thrive.
Closer Than You Think
One of the biggest concerns families have is being "too far away." Morocco is actually surprisingly close.
Unlike Southeast Asia or even parts of Central America, Morocco is just a direct flight from the East Coast. If there's a family emergency back home, you can be there the same day.
And Europe is right next door:
From Morocco, all of Europe is a quick, cheap flight away. Paris, Barcelona, London—all easy weekend trips. Your kids can experience Europe without it being a big production.
And when you need to get back to the US? Direct flights to the East Coast. You can leave in the morning and be home for dinner.
You're not moving to the other side of the world. You're just moving across the Atlantic.
A Stable, Safe Place
Morocco is a constitutional monarchy that's been on a steady, peaceful path for decades. There's no political chaos, no instability, no uncertainty about what comes next.
It's also one of America's closest allies—designated a "Major Non-NATO Ally," the same status as Japan, Australia, and Israel. The US and Morocco have deep ties going back to 1777.
For families looking for somewhere stable and predictable, Morocco offers something increasingly rare: peace of mind.
The Bottom Line
Morocco isn't what most people picture. It's a modern, comfortable place with good infrastructure, fast internet, and a welcoming culture.
It's close enough to come home when you need to. Your money goes 3-5x further. And there's a community of American families who've already made it work.
It's worth a closer look.
Want to Learn More?
We're happy to answer questions about what life here is actually like.