# Morocco Security: Level 2 Advisory, Violent Crime Down 10%

> Morocco's security advisory remains Level 2 with 10% drop in violent crime as US and UK warn of terrorism risks.
- Title: Morocco Security: Level 2 Advisory, Violent Crime Down 10%
- Summary: Morocco's security advisory remains Level 2 with 10% drop in violent crime as US and UK warn of terrorism risks. Morocco faces Level 2 US security advisory…
- Keywords: morocco, security, level 2 advisory, violent crime, terrorism, us state department, uk foreign office, western sahara, 2030 world cup, police data, crime statistics, tourism
- Source: The Rio Times — https://riotimesonline.com/morocco-security-crime-explained-2026
- Author: Amina Diarra
- Published: 2026-10-16T15:04:55+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: morocco, security, level 2 advisory, violent crime, terrorism, us state department, uk foreign office, western sahara, 2030 world cup, police data, crime statistics, tourism
## Morocco Security Rating
Washington rates Morocco Level 2, exercise increased caution due to terrorism.
## 2025 Crime Statistics
Police handled 779,008 criminal cases in 2025 with violent crime falling 10% to 43,869 cases.
## Tourism Impact
Morocco welcomed 19.8 million tourists in 2025 with 124 billion dirhams in receipts.
## Key Officials
Abdellatif Hammouchi leads national police and intelligence service while King Mohammed VI commands armed forces.
## Terrorism Threats
US and UK warn of terrorism risks with no specific Moroccan cities named as no-go areas.
## BCIJ Operations
BCIJ arrested 10 people in July 2026 for alleged Islamic State links across seven cities.
## GenZ212 Protests
Over 2,400 people were referred to prosecutors after youth protests on 27 September 2025.
## Ceuta Border Crisis
11 deaths occurred during Ceuta border surge with 40,000 people attempting entry on 30 July 2026.
## Western Sahara Status
UN Security Council extends Western Sahara mission until 31 October 2026 with Morocco controlling west.
## 2030 World Cup
Morocco co-hosts 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal after FIFA congress on 11 December 2024.
## Tourist Safety Advice
Use petit taxis at night, avoid unlicensed ride-share cars, and check for official guides in medinas.
## Emergency Numbers
Police: 19 from landline, 190 from mobile; Gendarmerie Royale: 177.
## Prediction Markets
Polymarket shows 96% chance Aziz Akhannouch will not be prime minister by December 31, 2026.
## Crime Statistics
Police solved 95% of apparent crimes with 170.8 tonnes of cannabis seized in 2025.
## Western Sahara Mission
UN Security Council Resolution 2797 extends MINURSO mission until 31 October 2026.
## What's Next
US and UK advise travelers to enroll in STEP, avoid protests, and carry evacuation insurance.
## Key takeaway

Morocco faces Level 2 US security advisory due to terrorism, but police report 10% decline in violent crime with stable overall crime rates.