Do taxis in Marrakech have car seats? No. Street taxis do not carry child seats, and Moroccan law does not require a taxi to supply one. If you are landing at Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) with a young child, the seat has to be part of the booking. This guide sits inside our getting around Morocco with kids coverage.
What the law says about car seats in Marrakech taxis
Morocco’s road traffic code is Law 52-05. It bans children under 10 from the front seats of a motor vehicle. The rule applies to taxis. It also applies when the child is in a child seat; the front seat ban is separate from the seat belt rule.
The code penalizes carrying more passengers than the vehicle is authorized to take. In practice, a petit taxi takes three passengers plus the driver. A shared grand taxi usually takes six passengers plus the driver. The exact number can vary by vehicle and local rules.
Neither Article 184 nor Article 185 requires a taxi to supply a child seat. A lap is not a restraint, and a seat belt cannot protect a child who is not sitting in it.
Cars must have seat belts. A missing or broken belt leaves no way to secure a child seat.
The law can change. These details were checked in October 2026, and our editorial policy explains how we check sources and date them.
Petit taxi or grand taxi: how many passengers fit
A petit taxi takes three passengers plus the driver. Two adults and two children already need two petits, or one larger vehicle. A child still counts toward the passenger limit.
A grand taxi usually takes six passengers plus the driver when shared. Newer vans vary. Shared grand taxis often wait until they are full, so a child seat competes with passenger space. Petit taxi drivers often pick up other customers during the journey, which matters when a child seat is involved.
| Vehicle | Passengers plus driver | Child seat | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petit taxi | Three | No | City rides and short trips |
| Grand taxi | Usually six, shared | No | Larger groups, if the luggage fits |
| Private transfer | Depends on the vehicle | Only if booked | Airport runs and a confirmed seat |
Luggage space is limited in a petit taxi. A grand taxi or private van is the larger vehicle.
The age and seat matrix
Seat type should follow weight and height, not age alone. Use the age band as a guide, then check the seat label.
| Age guide | Seat to ask for | Street taxi | What to book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 1 | Rear facing infant seat, usually up to 10 kg | No seat | A private transfer with an infant seat in the booking |
| 1 to 4 | Forward facing child seat, usually 9 to 18 kg | No seat | A private transfer with a child seat in the booking |
| 4 to 8 | Booster seat, usually 15 to 36 kg | No seat | A private transfer with a booster in the booking |
| 8 to 12 | Booster until the adult belt fits properly | No seat | A booster if the belt crosses the neck or stomach |
| 13 and over | Adult seat belt | No seat | A working belt in the back |
A rear facing seat must never go in front of an active airbag. Many street taxis are older sedans without ISOFIX.
The last 200 meters: the drop off
A transfer can drop you at the nearest point a car can reach, not at the riad door. Ask the operator for the exact drop off and the walk to the door. If you are still choosing a base, our guide to where to stay in Marrakech with kids covers access.
If you are heading to Agafay or the Sahara, the same transfer questions apply. Read our guide to Agafay vs Sahara with kids before you book a desert tour.
How to book a Marrakech taxi with a car seat
The seat has to be a line item. A message that says “we can try” is not a booking. Ask for the seat type, weight range, installation and cancellation terms in writing. A vague answer is information too.
The booking needs to state five things:
- The seat type.
- The weight range.
- Who installs it.
- Whether the vehicle is private.
- The cancellation terms.
What to do if your Marrakech taxi arrives without a car seat
FAQ
Do taxis in Marrakech have car seats?
No. Petit taxis and grand taxis do not carry child seats. Moroccan road traffic law does not require a taxi to provide one.
Can my baby sit on my lap in a taxi?
A lap is not a child restraint. It gives a baby no crash protection.
Is it illegal to ride in a Marrakech taxi without a car seat?
Moroccan road traffic law does not contain an explicit child car seat requirement for taxis. It does ban children under 10 from the front seats. The legal gap does not make a lap safe.
How many passengers fit in a Marrakech taxi?
A petit taxi takes three passengers plus the driver. A shared grand taxi usually takes six passengers plus the driver.
Do Marrakech airport transfers include car seats?
Only if the seat is a line item in the booking. The GetYourGuide listing does not mention child seats.