Is Casablanca safe to visit right now? (September 2026)

Travel advisories for Morocco

What the advice says

• The US State Department rates Morocco at Level 2 - Exercise Increased Caution (dated 2025-04-21), a country-level advisory that is not specific to Casablanca.
• UK guidance notes a high threat of terrorism, with possible indiscriminate attacks at transport hubs, tourist sites, government buildings, and businesses with Western ties, so staying alert in crowded or high-profile locations is advisable.
• Protests and demonstrations can occur in large cities without warning and have occasionally led to clashes between protesters and police, so it is best to avoid political gatherings and follow directions from local authorities.
• Petty crime such as pickpocketing, bag-snatching, and motorcycle theft of visible jewelry or handbags is common in tourist areas, historic medina quarters, and beaches.
• Occasional violent crime, including knife-related street attacks, thefts, and burglaries, has occurred in major cities and along beaches, so avoiding quiet areas after dark and not carrying large amounts of cash or valuables is recommended, especially for solo travelers.
• Scams involving credit card fraud, bogus tourist guides, and marriage fraud have been reported; verify that any guide in a medina quarter carries an official badge and keep personal documents secure.
• Cases of methanol poisoning linked to some alcoholic drinks have caused serious illness and death in Morocco, so seeking urgent medical attention for any related symptoms after drinking is important.