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Road safetyPublished on 4 April 20263 min read
Road Accident in Morocco: Complete Guide in 4 Steps
Morocco records over 4,500 road deaths annually. The Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region accounts for approximately 9,500 accidents and 98 fatalities per year. Knowing how to respond correctly can save lives and protect your rights.
🚨 Injured on the road? Call 150 (Civil Protection) or 141 (SAMU) immediately. In Rabat: SAMU Rapids 06.25.67.74.33.
Step 1: Secure and Rescue
- Turn on hazard lights and place warning triangle
- Don't move injured unless immediate danger
- Turn off ignition of crashed vehicles
- Provide first aid if trained
Step 2: Who to Call
- 150 / 141 — If there are injured people
- 190 — Police (in urban areas)
- 177 — Royal Gendarmerie (outside cities)
- 5050 — On motorways
Step 3: The Accident Report
Fill out the accident report on site. Declare to your insurance within 5 working days.
Step 4: Your Rights
The new Law 70.24 modernizes victim compensation in Morocco, covering medical expenses, temporary/permanent disability, and moral damages.
FAQ
What to do in a car accident in Morocco?
Secure the area, call 150/141 if injured, 190 (city) or 177 (outside city), fill out the accident report, declare to insurance within 5 days.
Who to call — police or gendarmerie?
190 (Police) in urban areas. 177 (Gendarmerie) outside cities. Motorway: 5050.
