Is private security guarding legal in Morocco for a villa?

Yes, through a licensed private security company — individuals cannot employ armed guards for a home, and hiring informal guards leaves you without insurance coverage in case of an incident. Before signing, ask for the company's authorisation number (agrément), a liability insurance certificate, and the agents' professional cards. Legitimate providers also keep a written logbook of rounds and incidents. Monthly rates for a villa agent are confirmed at signature; a 24/7 post requires two agents on rotation.