Royal Air Maroc baggage policy 2026: Fees, Limits & Rules 

Royal Air Maroc allows most Economy passengers 1–2 checked bags (23 kg each) and 1 cabin bag (10 kg), while Business travelers get 2–3 checked bags (32 kg each) and a 12 kg cabin bag. Allowances vary by route, fare, and Safar Flyer status. Bags over the limit trigger excess fees from €66 to €450.

Packing for a flight to Casablanca, New York, or Dakar? Royal Air Maroc (RAM), Morocco’s national carrier, runs one of the more generous yet complex baggage systems among African and European airlines. Your allowance shifts depending on where you fly, which fare you buy, and whether you hold loyalty status.

Get it wrong and you could pay upward of €200 at the check-in counter. Get it right and you’ll breeze through with room to spare.

What is the Royal Air Maroc baggage allowance?

Royal Air Maroc uses a “Piece Concept” system, meaning your allowance is counted by the number of bags, not total weight. Economy passengers typically get 1–2 checked pieces at 23 kg each, Business travelers get 2–3 pieces at 32 kg each, plus a cabin bag. Your exact allowance depends on route, cabin, and Safar Flyer tier.

The three golden rules apply to every bag you check:

• Weight: No single bag may exceed 32 kg.
• Size: The sum of height + length + width cannot exceed 203 cm.
• Number: Between 0 and 3 pieces, based on flight, class, and loyalty status.

Under the Piece Concept, weight can’t be shared between bags. If you’re allowed two bags at 23 kg each, you can’t pack one at 30 kg and one at 16 kg the heavy bag will still trigger an overweight fee.

What is the Royal Air Maroc checked baggage allowance by route?

Royal Air Maroc checked baggage depends on your destination and cabin class. Long-haul routes to the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East are the most generous, offering Economy passengers up to 2 bags. European and domestic routes are tighter, and the “Eco Essential” fare includes no checked bag on short-haul flights.

Here’s the official breakdown by network:

*The “Eco Essential” fare includes no checked bag on short and medium-haul flights, but 1 bag (23 kg) on long-haul and transit routes.

**During peak summer and holiday periods, some Economy routes drop from 2 pieces to 1 piece. Always check your specific ticket.

Safar Flyer Silver, Gold, and Ambassador members receive one extra checked bag free 32 kg in Business or 23 kg in Economy on top of their standard allowance.

Any bag over 32 kg or 203 cm can’t be checked at the counter. It must be shipped through RAM’s Cargo service instead.

What are the Royal Air Maroc carry-on baggage rules?

Every Royal Air Maroc passenger may bring 1 cabin bag plus 1 personal item into the cabin. Economy travelers get a 10 kg cabin bag; Business travelers get 12 kg. The personal item a handbag, laptop, or camera bag must weigh under 2 kg and slide under the seat in front of you.

What is the Royal Air Maroc carry-on size limit?

The Royal Air Maroc carry-on size limit is 55 x 40 x 25 cm for the main cabin bag, including wheels and handles. The personal item must not exceed 40 x 30 x 15 cm. Bags larger than these dimensions may be gate-checked into the hold, especially on full flights.

What is the Royal Air Maroc carry-on weight limit?

The Royal Air Maroc carry-on weight limit is 10 kg for Economy and 12 kg for Business Class, plus a personal item under 2 kg. RAM staff check cabin bags at both check-in and boarding. If your bag exceeds the limit on a busy flight, you may be forced to check it and pay excess fees.

Quick reference for cabin luggage:

A few cabin rules worth remembering:

• Liquids and gels: Only in containers up to 100 ml, grouped in one clear, resealable 1-liter bag.
• Powders (US-bound flights): Any powder-like substance of 350 ml or more coffee, spices, flour, powdered milk must go in checked baggage.
• Valuables: Keep medication, jewelry, documents, and electronics with you in the cabin.
• Duty-free: Sealed purchases are allowed on top of your standard cabin allowance.

What are the Royal Air Maroc baggage fees for excess bags?

Royal Air Maroc baggage fees apply when you exceed your piece limit or a bag weighs over 23 kg. Charges are cumulative and vary by zone. Extra bags range from 705 MAD domestically to €450 for a fourth bag on African routes. Pre-paying online 24 hours before departure is always cheaper.

Here are the official 2026 excess rates by zone:

Note: Standard excess fees don’t apply on routes between Turkey and Africa, to/from North America, to/from Laayoune/Dakhla (via Las Palmas), or to/from Saudi Arabia these have their own rate tables.

Cost breakdown example

Say you’re flying Casablanca to Paris in Economy with one 23 kg bag included. You want to bring two extra bags. Your added cost would be:

• 1st extra bag: €100
• 2nd extra bag: €200
• Total: €300 at the counter

Pre-pay the first piece online 24 hours ahead and it drops to €66 a €34 saving on just one bag. For most travelers, pre-paying online beats airport rates every time.

Royal Air Maroc checked baggage price for special zones

Some routes carry unique pricing:

• Morocco  Jeddah (Saudi Arabia): €140 (1st extra), €230 (2nd), €350 (3rd)
• Morocco  Riyadh: €190 (1st extra), €300 (2nd), €350 (3rd)
• Laayoune/Dakhla  Las Palmas: 890 MAD / €55 (1st extra)
• Africa  Turkey: €155 per piece (pieces 1–10), €320 from the 11th piece

How much does Royal Air Maroc charge for sports equipment?

Royal Air Maroc charges separate fees for most sports equipment, ranging from 580 MAD on domestic flights to €350 for oversized items on long-haul routes. However, golf bags, kitesurf boards, and fishing gear travel free within specific weight and size limits, making RAM friendlier to certain sports than many carriers.

Free sports equipment (within limits):

• Golf bag: Up to 23 kg
• Kitesurf: Up to 23 kg (max 220 × 40 × 40 cm)
• Fishing gear: 2 rods (max 300 cm), plus boots, tackle box, and net

Paid sports equipment rates:

Present eligible gear directly at check-in no special code is needed in your booking. One important exception: any equipment powered by lithium batteries (hoverboards, Segways, balance wheels) is strictly banned.

What are the rules for special baggage and prohibited items?

Royal Air Maroc accepts most special items with conditions. Bicycles and petrol engines must be checked and prepared correctly, while cooking oil is banned entirely from both cabin and hold. Pets, mobility aids, and infant equipment follow their own dedicated rules, several of which offer free transport.

Special item conditions:

• Bicycles: Checked only. Remove or turn pedals inward, deflate nothing tires must stay inflated.
• Petrol engines: Accepted only if the fuel system is fully drained and dried.
• Television sets: Solid packaging mandatory; unpackaged sets are refused.
• Musical instruments: Small ones fit as cabin baggage (within 115 cm); larger ones must be checked or given a purchased seat.
• Weapons: Hold only, unloaded, documented, and separated from ammunition.

Free transport for:

• Infants (under 2): 10 kg checked allowance, plus a free collapsible stroller or carrycot.
• Reduced mobility: Free transport of your wheelchair or walker, on top of standard allowance.
• Guide dogs: Travel free by your side.

Strictly prohibited: Cooking oil (cabin and hold), lithium-powered mobility devices, explosives, corrosives, compressed gases, and flammable liquids.

How do you handle lost or damaged baggage with RAM?

If your baggage doesn’t arrive, report it before leaving the airport. Visit the “Baggage Service” desk to file a Property Irregularity Report (PIR). For damage or missing items discovered later, Royal Air Maroc offers dedicated online tracking tools where you can follow your claim’s status in real time.

Steps to take:

1. Check before you leave: Confirm you haven’t grabbed another passenger’s identical bag.
2. File a PIR immediately: The Baggage Assistance desk handles delayed, damaged, and missing-item reports.
3. Track online: RAM’s baggage portal lets you monitor delayed baggage files in real time.
4. Report items left on board: Contact the lost and found service for belongings forgotten in the cabin.

Tips for a smooth check-in with Royal Air Maroc

A little preparation prevents most baggage headaches. Royal Air Maroc’s own advice focuses on identification, compliance, and timing.

• Weigh bags at home. Overweight fees at the counter are far pricier than a €30 luggage scale.
• Pre-pay extra bags online. Booking 24 hours ahead can cut the first-piece fee by a third.
• Label inside and out. Add contact details on a tag and inside the bag.
• Remove old tags. Leftover barcodes confuse automated sorting.
• Use TSA-approved locks for flights to and from the United States.
• Arrive early in peak season. During June–August, counters at Casablanca (CMN) and Marrakech (RAK) get busy. International check-in usually closes 60 minutes before departure.

Latest Royal Air Maroc travel update (August 2026)

As of August 13, 2026, Royal Air Maroc has enforced U.S. and Canadian health-related travel restrictions for passengers who have been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival. These are entry rules rather than baggage changes, but travelers on affected routes should verify eligibility before departure. RAM’s core baggage policy remains unchanged for 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Can I combine the weight of two bags on Royal Air Maroc?
No. RAM’s Piece Concept treats each bag separately. Two 23 kg bags cannot become one 30 kg and one 16 kg bag the heavier one incurs an overweight fee of €70–€135 depending on route.

How much is one extra bag from Casablanca to Paris?
The first additional Economy bag on Europe–Morocco routes costs €100 at the airport, or €66 if pre-paid online 24 hours before departure.

Does the Eco Essential fare include any checked baggage?
No checked bag is included on short and medium-haul flights. On long-haul and transit routes, Eco Essential includes 1 checked bag up to 23 kg.

What happens if my carry-on is over 10 kg?
On full flights, RAM agents may require you to check it and pay the excess baggage fee. Cabin bags are weighed at both check-in and boarding.

Can I bring cooking oil in my luggage?
No. Cooking oil is strictly prohibited in both cabin and checked baggage on all Royal Air Maroc flights, with no exceptions.

Do Safar Flyer members get extra baggage?
Yes. Silver, Gold, and Ambassador members receive one additional checked bag free 32 kg in Business or 23 kg in Economy regardless of the fare booked.

Is my golf bag free on Royal Air Maroc?
Yes, a golf bag up to 23 kg travels free of charge. Kitesurf boards (up to 23 kg) and fishing gear also qualify for complimentary transport within size limits.

What is the maximum weight for a single checked bag?
No single checked bag can exceed 32 kg. Anything heavier must be shipped through RAM’s Cargo service, not checked at the standard counter.

How early does check-in close for RAM international flights?
Baggage counters typically close 60 minutes before departure. During peak summer travel, arrive at Casablanca or Marrakech several hours early to beat long lines.

Are lithium-powered devices like hoverboards allowed?
No. Hoverboards, Segways, balance wheels, and similar lithium-powered mobility devices are strictly prohibited in both cabin and checked baggage.