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Most of the growth comes from Moroccan residents living abroad, contributing to a 17% rise in visits. This influx added an extra 1.1 million visitors, highlighting the strong connection between Moroccans abroad and their home country.
Morocco’s tourism industry is celebrating a major milestone. By the end of November 2024, 15.9 million visitors had been recorded, a 20% increase from the same period in 2023.
November alone saw a dramatic boost, with 1.3 million tourists arriving, representing a 31% increase over the previous year. This surge reflects Morocco’s growing appeal as a global travel destination.
A portion of the growth comes from Moroccan residents living abroad, who contributed to a 17% rise in visits. This influx added an extra 1.1 million visitors, highlighting the strong connection between Moroccans abroad and their home country. Tourism plays a vital role in Morocco’s economy, accounting for about 7% of GDP and a key source of employment and foreign exchange.
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Morocco aims to welcome 17.5 million visitors by 2026, and 26 million by 2030, when it will co-host the FIFA World Cup with Spain and Portugal. These targets reflect Morocco’s plan to solidify its position as one of the world’s top tourist destinations.
