Moroccan Customs Revenue Sees 8.6% Increase to 90.8 Billion Dirhams

Morocco's customs revenue has reached 90.8 billion dirhams as of October 2026, marking an 8.6% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Trésorerie générale du Royaume (TGR). This growth is primarily driven by higher customs duties, Value-Added Tax (VAT) on imports, and internal taxes on energy products. The overall customs revenue, including taxes on manufactured tobacco and other products, has nearly reached 108 billion dirhams, representing an annual increase of 8.5%.

The growth in customs revenue is largely attributed to the increase in customs duties, which have exceeded 15.56 billion dirhams as of October 2026. This represents a 10.9% rise compared to the first ten months of the previous year. VAT on imports remains the largest component of customs revenue, with a total of 56.52 billion dirhams, reflecting an 8.5% annual increase. The TGR reports that the VAT applied to energy products saw a significant increase of 24%, while VAT on other products grew by 5.8%.

Internal taxes on energy products also experienced growth, reaching over 18.74 billion dirhams, a 7.1% increase compared to October 2025. Additionally, taxes on manufactured tobacco products generated nearly 13.27 billion dirhams, a 5.7% rise from the same period last year. Other internal consumption taxes amounted to 3.82 billion dirhams, representing a 15.2% increase.

The Trésorerie générale du Royaume (TGR) reported that customs duties, VAT on imports, and internal taxes on energy products and tobacco all contributed to the overall increase in customs revenue. The combined revenue from these sources totaled approximately 108 billion dirhams for the first ten months of 2026, an 8.5% increase from the previous year.

The TGR's data highlights the significance of VAT on imports, which remains the primary contributor to customs revenue. The growth in customs duties and internal taxes on energy products and tobacco also underscores the Moroccan government's efforts to boost revenue through various tax measures.

The increase in customs revenue is a positive development for Morocco's public finances, which have been impacted by various economic factors in recent years. The government's ability to collect higher revenue through customs duties and taxes can help support public spending and investment in key sectors.

As Morocco continues to navigate the complexities of global trade and economic trends, the performance of its customs revenue will be closely monitored by policymakers and economists. The 8.6% increase in customs revenue as of October 2026 suggests a positive trajectory for the country's public finances, but future trends and challenges will need to be carefully assessed.

Key points

• Moroccan customs revenue reaches 90.8 billion dirhams as of October 2026, a rise of 8.6% from the previous year.
• VAT on imports remains the largest component of customs revenue, with a total of 56.52 billion dirhams.
• Internal taxes on energy products and tobacco also contribute significantly to the growth in customs revenue.