What is the signatory process in Morocco?



Modified on: Wed, 7 Jan, 2026 at 2:48 PM

In Morocco, employment contracts can be signed digitally using a certified tool provided by Horizons, no need for wet-ink signatures. However, they must be stamped (legalized) by a public authority afterward to be fully recognized for administrative and legal purposes.


Ensuring contracts are stamped is the responsibility of the employee during their onboarding process.


Steps

1. Receive and Sign Contract

  • Horizons drafts an employment contract. 
  • Both the Employee and the Employer sign digitally via the provided certified tool.

2. Legalize the Contract (Stamping)

  • Employees must visit their nearest public office (commune/municipal office, local arrondissement, or notary’s office) with:

    • A printed copy of the digitally signed contract
    • ID (CNIE or passport)
    • Any required fee

  • Request the legalization (stamp) of your signature. This confirms the authenticity of the digital signature and grants administrative validity under Moroccan law. 


    Where to Legalize a Contract

  • Online Portal: Submit & track legalization requests digitally through the Ministry of Interior’s platform.
  • In-Person Offices: Any commune, arrondissement, or public administration office where legalization services are offered (ex. municipal annexes in Casablanca).
  • Useful links:


3. Share the Stamped Contract

  • Once stamped, Employees must scan and submit the legalized contract to Horizons. 
  • Horizons will securely store it and notify the employer once complete.



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