AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTourism Momentum: Morocco welcomed 7.7 million tourists in the first five months of 2026, up 7% year-on-year, with May alone hitting about 1.7 million (+13%). Officials also cite rising receipts—44.39 billion dirhams in the first four months (+21%)—as the country targets 26 million visitors by 2030. World Cup Travel Reality Check: With the 2026 tournament starting June 11, reports highlight visa friction for Moroccans: Schengen refusals are costing applicants millions, and many lose non-refundable fees after rejection. Marrakech & Casablanca in the Spotlight: Morocco’s World Cup-era makeover is reshaping major cities, including Casablanca’s Royal Avenue redevelopment that could demolish 16,000 homes, and ongoing urban clearance in Rabat. Fan Safety & Access: Separate coverage flags stricter rules and travel uncertainty around the tournament, from entry authorizations to on-the-ground crowd management. Morocco in the Sports Build-Up: Morocco is also grouped with Brazil, Haiti, and (in the wider World Cup context) is drawing attention as teams finalize camps and match plans ahead of kickoff.
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