International Trade & Customs Legal Counsel for Cross-Border Business

We advise importers, exporters, manufacturers and logistics operators on cross-border trade, customs compliance and dealings with the Moroccan customs authorities.

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International Trade & Customs Lawyer in Casablanca, Morocco

Oulamine Law Group advises Moroccan and international businesses on securing their import-export operations, customs compliance and disputes with the Moroccan Customs and Indirect Tax Administration (ADII). From Casablanca, our practice assists importers, exporters, manufacturers, freight forwarders, international trading companies and investors operating into or out of Morocco.

Morocco’s role as a regional trade hub — supported by Tanger Med, an extensive network of free trade agreements and export-oriented special economic zones — is accompanied by a demanding customs framework governed by the Customs and Indirect Taxes Code and administered by the ADII.

Our lawyers advise on tariff classification, customs valuation, rules of origin, economic customs procedures such as temporary admission, warehousing and transit, and defence in customs audits and disputes. We also assist clients with structuring cross-border commercial operations, drafting international sale agreements and managing legal risks related to trade sanctions and embargoes.

M. Reda Oulamine

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Our Legal Services

International Trade & Customs Legal Services in Casablanca

From structuring import-export operations to defending clients in customs disputes, we advise on the full legal cycle of international trade involving Casablanca and Morocco.

Tariff Classification & Customs Valuation

Legal review of tariff classification, customs valuation and the origin of imported or exported goods.

ADII

Economic Customs Procedures

Advice on temporary admission, customs warehousing, transit and drawback mechanisms for cross-border and logistics operations.

Suspensive Procedures

Free Zones & Tanger Med

Structuring operations in export-oriented free zones and logistics areas connected to the Tanger Med port complex.

Free Zones

Free Trade Agreements & Rules of Origin

Advice on preferential trade arrangements and rules of origin applicable to Morocco's cross-border trade flows.

FTA

Customs Audits & Disputes

Representation and defence in customs audits, reassessments and disputes involving the ADII and the competent courts.

International Sale Agreements & Trade Compliance

Drafting international sale agreements, advising on Incoterms and reviewing compliance with applicable trade sanctions and embargoes.

Trade Compliance

MOROCCO: A REGIONAL TRADE PLATFORM

With Tanger Med and a broad network of trade agreements, Morocco plays a strategic role in import-export flows connecting Europe, Africa and the Americas.

Legal security for import-export operations
Preferential tariff analysis under trade agreements
Structuring operations in export-oriented free zones
Defence in customs disputes involving the ADII

Why Oulamine Law Group

Customs & International Trade Expertise from Casablanca

Customs & International Trade Expertise

Knowledge of Morocco's customs framework, economic customs procedures and trade agreements applicable to cross-border operations.

Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

Assistance with negotiation, litigation and dispute resolution involving commercial and customs matters.

Multilingual Legal Support

Legal advice available in French, English and Arabic for international teams, suppliers and commercial partners.

Representative Matters

International Trade & Customs Matters We Advise On

Defence of an importer during an ADII customs valuation audit.

CUSTOMS DISPUTE

Structuring a temporary admission procedure for an industrial project.

SUSPENSIVE PROCEDURE

Assistance to an exporter with preferential certificates of origin.

ALE

Advice to an international trading company on trade sanctions compliance.

COMPLIANCE

FAQ

FAQ — International Trade & Customs Lawyer in Casablanca, Morocco

What does customs law cover in Morocco?

Moroccan customs law governs the import and export of goods, including tariff classification, customs valuation, origin, economic customs procedures, penalties and disputes with the Moroccan Customs and Indirect Tax Administration (ADII).

What is an economic customs procedure such as temporary admission, warehousing or transit?

These are customs procedures that may allow import duties and taxes to be deferred or suspended, subject to applicable conditions, for goods intended to be processed, stored or re-exported.

How do export-oriented free zones in Morocco, including Tanger Med, operate?

Such zones may provide preferential customs and tax treatment to qualifying export-oriented businesses established within defined areas, including suspension of customs duties on certain imported inputs used for exported production.

Which free trade agreements apply to Morocco?

Morocco has a network of trade agreements, including arrangements with the European Union, the United States and the Agadir Agreement countries. Preferential tariff treatment depends on the specific agreement and applicable rules of origin.

What should a company do in the event of a customs audit or reassessment?

Legal assistance can be useful from the moment an audit or reassessment is notified, in order to prepare the defence, review procedural compliance and, where appropriate, engage with the ADII before formal litigation begins.

Does Oulamine Law Group advise foreign companies importing into or exporting from Morocco?

Yes. The firm advises international companies on Morocco's customs regulatory framework, the structuring of import-export operations and compliance with applicable trade sanctions.

What are the risks of customs non-compliance?

Incorrect tariff classification, customs undervaluation or an inaccurate declaration of origin may lead to reassessments, financial penalties and, depending on the circumstances, proceedings for customs offences.

Contact
6 Rue Abdeslam Khattabi, Résidence Walili 6, Apt. 1, 1st Floor, Quartier 2 Mars, Casablanca, Morocco
Email Address
reda@labseo.net
Telephone
+212 6 61 31 69 13
Office Hours
Mon. – Fri. | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Every enquiry is handled with the strictest confidentiality.

Contact Oulamine Law Group in Casablanca for more information or to schedule a consultation.

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