Significant Improvements in Border Control Times at Moroccan Airports
In a remarkable development, Moroccan airports have showcased a substantial enhancement in the efficiency of border control processes during the first half of 2026. According to the latest data released by Airports of Morocco, the average time taken for passport checks at departure points has decreased to an impressive 3.6 minutes, marking a notable decline of 24% from the previous year. Furthermore, the arrival times have also improved significantly, now averaging 9.6 minutes, which signifies a 22% enhancement compared to 2025.
Leading the way is Casablanca's Mohammed V Airport, the largest in the country, where passengers now experience an average arrival processing time of just 5.4 minutes—down from nearly 12 minutes a year ago, representing a staggering improvement of 54%. At departure, the average time has been reduced to 2.25 minutes, compared to approximately 7.5 minutes in the first half of 2025, which is a remarkable decrease of 70%. Similarly, Marrakech Menara Airport, the second busiest in Morocco, reports an average arrival time of 6.86 minutes (a 16% improvement) and a departure time of 5.09 minutes (a 22.5% reduction).
These advancements are reflected across the entire airport network. For instance, at Tanger Airport, the arrival processing time has been cut down to 11.93 minutes, showing a 52% improvement. Fès Airport boasts an exceptional departure time of only 1.53 minutes, one of the best on the network, while Agadir Airport continues to maintain an average arrival time of under 10 minutes.
Optimized Security Measures Drive Progress
These impressive results can be attributed to the concerted efforts of the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) and the Ministry of Interior, whose initiatives have strengthened and optimized border checks while ensuring the highest standards of safety and security are upheld. This progress is part of the Airports 2030 strategy by Airports of Morocco, aimed at enhancing passenger experience as a central element of the transformation of national airport infrastructures.
As reported by telquel.ma.
