Embassy of Morocco in Beijing, China; address 041/042 Unit2, No.1, Gonti Beilu, Sanlitun Diplomatic Residence Compound, Chaoyang Distrit, 100028; phone…
Head of mission: Mr. Abdelkader El Ansari, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Morocco, 4 Dec 2024)
Morocco is a unique and appealing destination for some Chinese travelers, thanks to its rich cultural heritage, historical cities, and stunning landscapes. With 20.3 million Chinese tourists traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Morocco an intriguing option to explore.
Morocco is generally considered a relatively safe destination for tourists, including those from China. According to the Global Peace Index, Morocco ranks 76th out of 160 countries, which is safer than China, ranked 87th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Morocco is 1.9 per 100,000 people, compared to China's 0.5. However, Morocco has a lower incidence of organized crime, with a mafia group index of 1.0 (compared to China's 7.0) and a crime network index of 6.5 (China's is 7.5). While there are some concerns regarding specific types of crime, overall, Morocco presents a safer environment for tourists compared to China based on these indices. Travelers are advised to take standard precautions, as they would in any country.