The expansion forms part of a wider programme covering tourism, transport and urban infrastructure. Morocco is investing more than MAD 190 billion, equivalent to approximately USD 20 billion, in airports, railways, roads, stadiums and city development projects.
The tourism strategy targets 26 million international visitors by 2030. Morocco welcomed almost 20 million international visitors in 2025, providing the baseline for the planned increase over the following five years.
Air connectivity is one of the main policy priorities supporting Morocco tourism capacity. The country plans to strengthen links with China, the United States and markets across the Middle East as it prepares for increased visitor demand.
The programme also includes the development of Rabat as a destination for cultural tourism, sporting events and business events. The capital’s role is expected to expand alongside investment in transport connections, venues and supporting urban infrastructure.
The hotel development target is intended to provide additional accommodation for demand generated by the World Cup and the wider tourism growth strategy. New capacity will support destinations hosting matches and other cities expected to receive international visitors before, during and after the tournament.
Morocco tourism capacity development is being implemented alongside improvements to airports, railway services and road networks. These investments are designed to strengthen connections between major cities, tourism destinations and World Cup venues.
The 2030 programme combines accommodation growth with aviation, mobility and destination-development measures. Morocco’s tourism authorities are using the World Cup preparations to support the national target of 26 million international arrivals by the end of the decade.
