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Building in Morocco in 2026: realistic guide to costs and priorities

23 April, 2026 MS Immo Team 86 Visitors

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# Building in Morocco in 2026: Realistic guide to costs and priorities

Building in **2026** is part of a context of regulatory modernization and pressure on the prices of materials, accentuated by major national projects (2030 World Cup, infrastructure). Here is your updated guide to calibrating your project this year.

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### **1. Estimated costs per m² (April 2026)**

The budget depends on the standing, but also on the geographical area (**Tangier** being in the high range with Casablanca and Rabat).

| Type of construction | Structural work (DH/m²) | Finish (DH/m²) | Total (DH/m²) |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Economic / Social** | 1,500 – 1,800 | 2,300 – 3,000 | **3,800 – 4,800** |
| **Standard Villa** | 1,800 – 2,500 | 3,200 – 4,000 | **5,000 – 6,500** |
| **High Standing / Luxury** | 2,500 – 3,500 | 5,500 – 10,000+ | **8,000 – 14,000+** |

> **Note:** The structural work represents approximately **40 to 50%** of the total cost of a standard villa. This share decreases in luxury in favor of noble materials (marble, home automation, imported kitchens).

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### **2. Prices of key materials in 2026**

Prices have seen an increase of approximately **10-15%** since 2024 due to strong domestic demand.

* **Steel (Concrete iron):** Approximately **9,300 to 12,000 DH** per ton (depending on the diameter).
* **Cement (CPJ 45):** Approximately **80 to 85 DH** per 50 kg bag.
* **Bricks:**
    * 8-hole brick: ~**2 DH** per unit.
    * 15/50 brick (exterior walls): ~**6 to 7 DH** per unit.
* **Sand / Gravel:** Between **160 and 300 DH** per m³ depending on origin and quality.

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### **3. Priorities for 2026: Regulation and Energy**

Building “as before” is no longer permitted. Two points are now crucial for your building permit:

* **RTCM (Thermal Regulation):** It is now **mandatory**. In Tangier (Zone 1), roof insulation and double glazing are almost systematic.
    * *Additional cost:* 3 to 7% of the initial budget.
    * *Benefit:* Energy bills reduced by **30 to 40%**.
* **The new RE 2020:** Applicable from **May 2026**, it pushes towards the use of materials with a low carbon footprint.

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### **4. Additional costs often forgotten**

Don’t calculate your budget just on bricks and cement. Provide an envelope for:

1. **Professional fees (6 to 8% of the budget):** Architect, Technical Design Office (BET), and Control Office (obligatory for ten-year insurance). 2. **Soil study:** Essential in Tangier (clay soils). Count **10,000 to 25,000 DH**. 3. **Taxes and Permits:** TNB (Tax on undeveloped land), municipal taxes, and connection fees (**RAID** in Tangier) varying from **30,000 to 80,000 DH**. 4. **Insurance:** All Risks Construction Site Insurance (TRC) and Ten-Year Civil Liability.

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### **The 3 expert tips for 2026**

* **Never cut corners on the main work:** You can change a tile in 10 years, you cannot straighten a poorly cast structure. * **Lock your contracts:** With prices fluctuating, favor contracts with **firm prices** or with clear indexation clauses to avoid construction stoppages. * **Aim for "Smart":** In 2026, a house without solar pre-equipment or without insulation performance will lose its resale value very quickly.

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**Do you already have land or plans in hand for your project in Tangier?**
*Contact Groupe MS GTF Immo for professional and transparent support.*

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