The verdict in three sentences
In 2026, a Moroccan business leader budgets 12,000 to 30,000 MAD for a high-performing bilingual FR/AR brochure site, and up to 120,000 MAD for a premium build. Arabic RTL support adds 15-25 % to the budget but doubles the addressable audience. Hosting choice (local .ma or EU) depends on your target clients and the speed you need.
2026 price grid in Casablanca
The Casablanca market (Maarif, Sidi Maarouf, Casa Finance City) offers European-quality sites at nearshore rates. Here are the observed ranges.
| Site type | 2026 price (MAD) | Typical scope | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brochure | 12,000 - 30,000 | 5-7 pages, mobile, FR | 4-5 weeks |
| Growth | 30,000 - 60,000 | + blog, SEO, forms, analytics | 5-7 weeks |
| Premium | 60,000 - 120,000 | animations, multilingual, advanced SEO | 6-8 weeks |
| .ma hosting | 1,200 - 3,000 / year | .ma domain, SSL, backups | recurring |
| EU hosting | 1,800 - 4,500 / year | CDN, optimized Europe latency | recurring |
| Maintenance | 500 - 2,000 / month | updates, security, support | recurring |
The bilingual FR/AR surcharge and hosting
A truly bilingual site is not a plain translation: you must handle reading direction, Arabic typography and SEO in both languages.
| Item | Budget impact | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Arabic RTL support | +15 to +25 % | mirrored layout, testing |
| Pro FR/AR translation | 3,000 - 8,000 MAD | content, not machine |
| Dual FR/AR SEO | +20 to +30 % of SEO fee | distinct keywords |
| Local .ma hosting | optimal Morocco latency | ideal for national clients |
| EU hosting + CDN | Europe speed | ideal for export |
Mini case study
Karim, who runs an engineering firm in Casa Finance City, invests 48,000 MAD in a bilingual FR/AR Growth site with a technical blog and a contact form. Goal: capture national tenders and a few West African contracts. Six months later the site generates 22 qualified requests a month (up from 6). At a 15 % conversion rate on 40,000 MAD assignments, that is roughly 3 won deals a month, giving a payback on the site in under two months.
FAQ
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What budget for a credible brochure site in Casablanca?
Budget 12,000 to 30,000 MAD for a professional bilingual brochure. Premium with animations and advanced SEO reaches 120,000 MAD.
Does bilingual FR/AR really cost more?
Yes, plan +15 to +25 % for Arabic RTL support and dual SEO, plus 3,000-8,000 MAD for professional translation.
Should I host in Morocco or Europe?
Host on .ma for a national audience (optimal latency), on EU with CDN if you target European export. A CDN combines both advantages.
What delivery timeline should I expect?
A brochure site ships in 4-5 weeks, a Growth in 5-7 weeks, a premium in 6-8 weeks, depending on bilingual content validation.
Is Morocco nearshore competitive for a European client?
Yes, quality is comparable to Europe at a rate 40-60 % lower, with a shared time zone and working language (French).
Let's scope your project. Tell us your target languages (FR, AR, EN), page count and budget in MAD, and we will frame the solution. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
