World Cup 2030 in Morocco
Host cities
Morocco · 2030
Outline: Natural Earth. Each marker sits at the city's real coordinates.
Six Moroccan cities are candidates to host matches, alongside Spain and Portugal. Stadiums, travel, tickets, visas: what is confirmed, what is still to be announced and how to plan your stay.
- Planned dates
- 13 June – 21 July 2030
- Provisional
Source: TelQuel (dossier de candidature YallaVamos) (August 1, 2024) · checked October 26, 2026
- Host countries
- Morocco, Spain, Portugal
- Confirmed
Source: FIFA, communiqué officiel (December 11, 2024) · checked October 26, 2026
- In Morocco
- 6 candidate host cities
- Provisional
Source: FIFA, communiqué officiel (October 27, 2026) · checked November 2, 2026
- Final
- Venue not chosen yet
- Not announced yet
Source: StadiumDB (September 29, 2026) · checked October 24, 2026
- Tickets
- Not on sale yet
- Not announced yet
Source: La Libre Belgique (May 1, 2026) · checked October 26, 2026
Provisional schedule: FIFA has not yet published the match schedule. The three centenary matches are planned for 8 and 9 June in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. The six Moroccan cities (Agadir, Casablanca, Fez, Marrakech, Rabat, Tangier) are candidates: FIFA is inspecting them in November and December 2026, along with the Spanish and Portuguese cities. It will then confirm the host cities, and only after that set the number and type of matches at each stadium.
Confirmed: officially announced. Provisional: announced, may still change. Not announced yet: no official information so far.
Information checked on November 3, 2026
News
The latest official and press announcements about the tournament and the stadiums, with their date and source.
Hassan II Grand Stadium (Casablanca) : Under construction
Le Brief (déclaration de Fouzi Lekjaa, président de la FRMF, sur 2M)In Morocco : 6 candidate host cities
FIFA, communiqué officielFez Grand Stadium (Fes) : Being renovated
H24info (procès-verbal d'appel d'offres de l'ANEP)Final : Venue not chosen yet
StadiumDBTickets : Not on sale yet
La Libre BelgiqueTangier Grand Stadium (Ibn Batouta) (Tangier) : In use
Bladi.netMarrakech Grand Stadium (Marrakech) : Being renovated
Maroc.ma, portail nationalAgadir Grand Stadium (Adrar Stadium) (Agadir) : Being renovated
Maroc.ma, portail nationalHost countries : Morocco, Spain, Portugal
FIFA, communiqué officielPlanned dates : 13 June – 21 July 2030
TelQuel (dossier de candidature YallaVamos)
Stadiums
The six stadiums Morocco has put forward for 2030: construction status and announced capacity, from published sources.
- In use
Tangier Grand Stadium (Ibn Batouta)
Reopened on 14 November 2025 after renovation; about 75,000 seats.
See the city - In use
Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium
Rebuilt stadium, opened on 5 September 2025: 68,095 seats, expandable to 68,700 for 2030 according to CAF.
See the city - Being renovated
Fez Grand Stadium
A complete overhaul is planned for 2030. Following the international tender by the national public facilities agency (ANEP), a first lot (structural work, waterproofing, steel frame, finishes) was awarded to SGTM in October 2026 for 2.83 billion dirhams, with 20 months of works. Future capacity not published.
See the city - Under construction
Hassan II Grand Stadium
Under construction in El Mansouria (Benslimane province), between Casablanca and Rabat. 114,414 seats according to the tender documents. Completion announced for early 2028 by Fouzi Lekjaa, president of the Moroccan football federation (FRMF), in October 2026 (completion in December 2027 had been announced earlier). A candidate to host the final.
See the city - Being renovated
Marrakech Grand Stadium
Renovated for AFCON 2025 (about 41,000 seats). Second phase until late 2028: removal of the athletics track and a full roof, for about 46,000 seats in 2030.
See the city - Being renovated
Agadir Grand Stadium (Adrar Stadium)
About 41,800 seats today. Second phase under way: a full roof and larger stands, for about 46,000 seats by 2030.
See the city
The six host cities
Choose your base city to see the driving time to each host city.
Tangier
≈ 3 h
Tangier Grand Stadium (Ibn Batouta)In use
Reopened on 14 November 2025 after renovation; about 75,000 seats.
Rabat
≈ 1 h
Prince Moulay Abdellah StadiumIn use
Rebuilt stadium, opened on 5 September 2025: 68,095 seats, expandable to 68,700 for 2030 according to CAF.
Fes
≈ 3 h
Fez Grand StadiumBeing renovated
A complete overhaul is planned for 2030. Following the international tender by the national public facilities agency (ANEP), a first lot (structural work, waterproofing, steel frame, finishes) was awarded to SGTM in October 2026 for 2.83 billion dirhams, with 20 months of works. Future capacity not published.
Casablanca
Your base city
Hassan II Grand StadiumUnder construction
Under construction in El Mansouria (Benslimane province), between Casablanca and Rabat. 114,414 seats according to the tender documents. Completion announced for early 2028 by Fouzi Lekjaa, president of the Moroccan football federation (FRMF), in October 2026 (completion in December 2027 had been announced earlier). A candidate to host the final.
Marrakech
≈ 3 h
Marrakech Grand StadiumBeing renovated
Renovated for AFCON 2025 (about 41,000 seats). Second phase until late 2028: removal of the athletics track and a full roof, for about 46,000 seats in 2030.
Agadir
≈ 4 h 30
Agadir Grand Stadium (Adrar Stadium)Being renovated
About 41,800 seats today. Second phase under way: a full roof and larger stands, for about 46,000 seats by 2030.
Map of the host cities
The host cities in detail
For each city: the stadium, where to stay, how to get around and what to do around the matches, from our destination guides.
Tangier
The essentials
Morocco's gateway between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, 14 km from Europe
Reopened on 14 November 2025 after renovation; about 75,000 seats.
Where to stay
- Kasbah and medina — Guesthouses with terraces over the Strait, reached on foot only.
- Downtown and marina — Modern hotels near the station and the city beach.
Getting there and around
Al Boraq links Tangier to Rabat and Casablanca. Ferries run to Tarifa and Algeciras. Ibn Battouta airport is close by. In town, use petits taxis or walk.
Before or after a match
- Tea at Café Hafa — Tiered terraces facing the Strait, open since 1921. Best in the late afternoon.
- Walk the corniche — The promenade follows the bay to the new marina, lined with cafés.
- A day in Asilah — A small walled town with white walls and murals, south along the Atlantic coast.
Day trips from the city
- Asilah (Half day) — Walled medina and murals on the Atlantic coast.
- Tetouan (Full day) — A UNESCO-listed medina, about an hour's drive.
- Chefchaouen (Day or longer) — Best with an overnight stay.
Indicative budget per person per day
- 400 MAD
- 1,000 MAD
- 2,600 MAD
Rabat
The essentials
A relaxed capital: the Kasbah of the Udayas, museums and seafront
Rebuilt stadium, opened on 5 September 2025: 68,095 seats, expandable to 68,700 for 2030 according to CAF.
Where to stay
- Medina and Udayas — Quiet riads within walking distance of the sights.
- Hassan and Agdal — Modern hotels well served by the tram.
Getting there and around
Two stations (Rabat-Ville and Rabat-Agdal), Al Boraq to Tangier, a tram between Rabat and Salé, and Rabat-Salé airport.
Before or after a match
- Cross the Bouregreg by rowing boat — To reach Salé and its medina for a few dirhams.
- Surf and beach — Surf schools on Rabat beach and toward Témara.
Day trips from the city
- Casablanca (Full day) — About an hour by train.
- Meknes and Volubilis (Full day) — An imperial city and a Roman site.
Indicative budget per person per day
- 400 MAD
- 1,000 MAD
- 2,600 MAD
Fes
The essentials
The world's largest car-free medina, and Morocco's craft capital
A complete overhaul is planned for 2030. Following the international tender by the national public facilities agency (ANEP), a first lot (structural work, waterproofing, steel frame, finishes) was awarded to SGTM in October 2026 for 2.83 billion dirhams, with 20 months of works. Future capacity not published.
Where to stay
- Fes el-Bali — Riads and dars in the medina: the most immersive stay.
- New town — Modern hotels, easier by car and near the station.
Getting there and around
The station connects to Rabat, Casablanca, Meknes, Tangier and Marrakech. Fes-Saiss airport. In the medina everything is on foot; red petits taxis serve the gates.
Before or after a match
- Guided medina walk — An official guide is advised for a first visit.
- Artisan workshops — Ceramics, weaving, copperwork: many workshops welcome visitors.
- Mellah and Royal Palace — The old Jewish quarter and the golden gates of Dar el-Makhzen in Fes el-Jdid.
Day trips from the city
- Meknes and Volubilis (Full day) — An imperial city and a Roman site.
- Ifrane and the cedar forest (Full day) — A Middle Atlas mountain resort and Barbary macaques near Azrou.
- Sefrou and Bhalil (Half day) — A walled medina, former Jewish quarter and waterfall about thirty kilometres south, then the cave village of Bhalil.
Indicative budget per person per day
- 380 MAD
- 950 MAD
- 2,600 MAD
Casablanca
The essentials
The economic capital: Art Deco architecture and an ocean seafront
Under construction in El Mansouria (Benslimane province), between Casablanca and Rabat. 114,414 seats according to the tender documents. Completion announced for early 2028 by Fouzi Lekjaa, president of the Moroccan football federation (FRMF), in October 2026 (completion in December 2027 had been announced earlier). A candidate to host the final.
Where to stay
- Downtown and Gauthier — Handy for Casa-Port station and sightseeing on foot.
- Corniche — Ocean-facing hotels with a more relaxed feel.
Getting there and around
Mohammed V airport is linked to the centre by train. The tram serves downtown and the corniche. Al Boraq links Casablanca to Tangier, with regular trains to Rabat, Fes and Marrakech.
Before or after a match
- Guided architecture walk — Local associations run tours on the city's Art Deco heritage.
- Lunch at the central market — Choose your fish at the counter and have it grilled on the spot.
- Sunset on the corniche — Walk to the Sidi Abderrahmane shrine, reachable at low tide.
Day trips from the city
- Rabat (Full day) — The capital, about an hour by train.
- El Jadida (Full day) — A UNESCO-listed Portuguese fortified city.
Indicative budget per person per day
- 450 MAD
- 1,100 MAD
- 3,000 MAD
Marrakech
The essentials
Medina, riads and food, an hour from the High Atlas
Renovated for AFCON 2025 (about 41,000 seats). Second phase until late 2028: removal of the athletics track and a full roof, for about 46,000 seats in 2030.
Where to stay
- Medina — Riads in the heart of the city; cars cannot enter.
- Gueliz and Hivernage — Modern hotels, easy car access and nightlife.
- Palmeraie — Estates and luxury hotels about twenty minutes from the centre.
Getting there and around
Marrakech-Menara airport is close to the centre. The medina is explored on foot; use petits taxis for Gueliz. Trains to Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier and Fes; CTM and Supratours buses to the south.
Before or after a match
- Explore the souks — Start at Souk Semmarine, then head to the dyers and metalworkers.
- Hammam — Black soap and a scrub, in a neighbourhood hammam or a spa.
- Cooking class — The market in the morning, tagine and pastries in the afternoon.
Day trips from the city
- Imlil and the High Atlas (Full day) — Hiking at the foot of Toubkal.
- Ourika Valley (Full day) — Berber villages and the Setti Fatma waterfalls.
- Ouzoud Falls (Full day) — The country's highest waterfalls.
Indicative budget per person per day
- 450 MAD
- 1,200 MAD
- 3,500 MAD
Agadir
The essentials
A wide bay, winter sunshine and surf twenty minutes away
About 41,800 seats today. Second phase under way: a full roof and larger stands, for about 46,000 seats by 2030.
Where to stay
- Seafront — Resort hotels and family apartments.
- Marina — Apartments and restaurants at the north end of the bay.
Getting there and around
Al Massira airport, well served by direct flights from Europe. Buses to Marrakech, Essaouira and the south. No train.
Day trips from the city
- Taghazout (Full day) — A surf village to the north.
- Paradise Valley (Half day) — Natural pools in the gorges.
- Taroudant (Full day) — A walled town in the Souss plain.
Indicative budget per person per day
- 350 MAD
- 950 MAD
- 2,500 MAD
Getting between cities
Compare a journey
Casablanca → Marrakech
- ≈ 240 km
- ≈ 220 km
- By car
≈ 3 h by road without breaks, according to simply-morocco.com
- By train
Both cities have a station: direct trains or with a change.
Published journey time: about 2 h 40 to 3 h 20 (conventional line). Source: L'Itinéraire.
- By coach
CTM and Supratours link the main cities: check the route and timetable on their websites.
- Price
Not shown: no reliable fares are published for 2030. Check with the operators.
By train
Trains link Tangier, Rabat, Casablanca, Fes and Marrakech. The Al Boraq high-speed train puts Tangier about 2 hours from Casablanca, stopping at Kenitra and Rabat. Book early: fares rise as trains fill up.
High-speed rail to Marrakech
The high-speed extension between Kenitra and Marrakech is under construction. Opening is announced for 2029, with Tangier–Marrakech planned at 2 h 40 and Casablanca–Marrakech at 1 h 15. Until then, regular trains link Casablanca and Marrakech.
Agadir has no station
Trains do not run to Agadir: take a coach from Marrakech (CTM, or Supratours, the ONCF subsidiary) or a domestic flight.
From Spain
Ferries link Tangier with Tarifa and Algeciras. In summer, northern ports are very busy (holidays and Moroccans living abroad coming home): book your crossing ahead.
How to travel between Moroccan citiesTrains in Morocco: book Al Boraq early and travel smart with ONCFCTM and Supratours coaches: the cheapest way to reach the south and Chefchaouen
Plan my stay
Tell us your arrival city, how long you have and what you enjoy: we pick the Morocco Plans itineraries that suit you.
Tickets and visas
Tickets
Not on sale yet (October 2026)
FIFA has announced neither the dates nor the terms of sale. When ticketing opens, buy only on FIFA's official platform: a ticket offered elsewhere before sales open comes with no guarantee. In May 2026, FIFA said it would review its ticketing policy for 2030, after criticism of 2026 prices.
Visas and entry to Morocco
Depending on your nationality, you enter Morocco visa-free, with an electronic visa (e-Visa) or with a visa issued by a consulate. Check your situation on the official Accès Maroc portal or with the Moroccan consulate in your country of residence, several weeks before you leave. For matches in Spain or Portugal, Schengen area rules apply.
Practical information
Accommodation, budget, money, phone and accessibility: the essentials to organise your stay.
Daily budget
Indicative ranges per person per day (accommodation, meals, local transport, visits), taken from our city pages. They exclude match tickets and travel between cities, and prices may rise during the tournament.
- Tangier
- 400 MAD
- 1,000 MAD
- 2,600 MAD
- Rabat
- 400 MAD
- 1,000 MAD
- 2,600 MAD
- Fes
- 380 MAD
- 950 MAD
- 2,600 MAD
- Casablanca
- 450 MAD
- 1,100 MAD
- 3,000 MAD
- Marrakech
- 450 MAD
- 1,200 MAD
- 3,500 MAD
- Agadir
- 350 MAD
- 950 MAD
- 2,500 MAD
| Host cities | Budget | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tangier | 400 MAD | 1,000 MAD | 2,600 MAD |
| Rabat | 400 MAD | 1,000 MAD | 2,600 MAD |
| Fes | 380 MAD | 950 MAD | 2,600 MAD |
| Casablanca | 450 MAD | 1,100 MAD | 3,000 MAD |
| Marrakech | 450 MAD | 1,200 MAD | 3,500 MAD |
| Agadir | 350 MAD | 950 MAD | 2,500 MAD |
Accommodation: where and when to book
The match schedule is not published yet: choose bookings with free cancellation and wait for the official schedule before fixing your nights. Pick a neighbourhood near the station or easy to reach by taxi; each host-city panel on this page shows where to stay. Book on a well-known platform or directly with the property, and be wary of listings that ask for a bank transfer outside the platform.
Money and payments
The currency is the Moroccan dirham (MAD), obtained locally: licensed exchange offices, banks or cash machines. Cards are accepted in hotels and modern shops; souks, taxis and small places work in cash. Keep your exchange receipts to convert leftover dirhams when you leave.
Phone and internet
Maroc Telecom, Orange and inwi sell prepaid SIM cards; your passport is required to buy one. Data top-ups are sold in grocery shops and kiosks, and several providers offer eSIMs to activate before you leave. 4G coverage is good in cities.
Accessibility and specific needs
We have not yet found official information on stadium and service accessibility for 2030: this section will be completed once it is published. In the medinas, narrow lanes, steps and cobbles often make wheelchair travel difficult: check access before booking, or choose accommodation outside the medina. Tell your accommodation and carrier about your needs when you book.
The heat in June and July
On the coast
Rabat, Casablanca and Agadir stay mild and are rarely very hot. Tangier enjoys pleasant evenings, but the easterly wind can blow hard on some summer days.
Inland
In July, Marrakech and Fes often exceed 38 °C, with peaks above 45 °C. Keep sightseeing for the morning and evening, drink often and protect yourself from the sun, at the stadium as in town.
Between two matches
A few days off? The shortest itinerary from each host city.
Northern Morocco
Tangier, Tetouan, Chefchaouen and the Akchour falls: Andalusian towns and the Rif mountains.
- Tangier
- Tetouan
- Chefchaouen
- Akchour
Imperial Cities
Rabat, Meknes, Fes and Marrakech: the four historic capitals, by train.
- Rabat
- Meknes
- Fes
- Marrakech
Fes, Meknes and Ifrane in 4 days
From Fes: 4 days to discover Meknes and Ifrane, with short drives.
- Fes
- Meknes
- Ifrane
Morocco in 3 Days
Three cities, three faces of Morocco: the metropolis, the capital and the red city, linked by train.
- Casablanca
- Rabat
- Marrakech
Morocco Desert Adventure
Five days round trip from Marrakech: kasbahs, gorges and two Sahara nights.
- Aït Ben Haddou
- Merzouga
- Erg Chebbi
- Dades Gorges
- Marrakech
The surf coast
Agadir, Taghazout and Essaouira: six days of waves, wind and grilled fish.
- Agadir
- Taghazout
- Essaouira
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
When are the matches in Morocco?
According to the provisional schedule, the first matches in Morocco, Spain and Portugal are on 13 and 14 June 2030, and the final on 21 July 2030. FIFA has not yet published the full schedule or how matches are split between stadiums.
Where will the final be played?
It has not been decided. The Hassan II Grand Stadium, under construction near Casablanca, and the Santiago Bernabéu stadium in Madrid are cited as candidates. In September 2026, FIFA denied that a choice had already been made.
How many teams will take part?
The current format has 48 teams, as in 2026. A proposal to move to 64 teams, backed by CONMEBOL, will be examined by FIFA committees after the 2026 edition, according to Gianni Infantino (July 2026): no decision has been made.
When and where can I buy tickets?
Sales have not opened and their dates have not been announced. Follow FIFA's official website and buy nowhere else: offers circulating before sales open are not reliable.
Can I follow my team between Morocco, Spain and Portugal?
Yes, if you plan ahead: ferries between Tangier and Spain (Tarifa, Algeciras), flights between the three countries. Check each country's entry rules, especially the Schengen visa for Spain and Portugal if your nationality requires one.
What time zone is Morocco in?
Since 20 September 2026, Morocco has been on GMT (UTC+0). If Europe keeps summer time, Spain will be two hours ahead and Portugal one hour ahead during the tournament: check the local time of each match.
Should I book accommodation now?
As the match schedule is not known yet, favour bookings with free cancellation. Choose a neighbourhood well connected to the station and the stadium: our city guides describe where to stay.
Sources
- FIFA official website: tickets and schedule
- FIFA, 11 December 2024: Congress appoints Spain, Morocco and Portugal as hosts
- FIFA, 27 October 2026: venue selection visits to candidate cities in Morocco, Portugal and Spain
- Accès Maroc: official e-Visa portal
- CAF, official AFCON 2025 website: Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium
- Maroc.ma, 3 September 2025: works at the Grand Stade de Marrakech
- Maroc.ma, 2 September 2025: works at the Grand Stade d'Agadir
- Al Jazeera, 19 July 2026: planned dates and format
- Le360, 2 September 2026: status of Morocco's six stadiums
- Médias24, 30 June 2026: Agadir Grand Stadium works
- Le360, 15 August 2026: Fez Grand Stadium overhaul
- StadiumDB, 29 September 2026: final venue not decided
- La Libre Belgique, 1 May 2026: ticketing policy for 2030
- Médias24, 24 April 2025: Kenitra–Marrakech high-speed line and announced journey times
- H24info, 25 May 2026: Kenitra–Marrakech line, completion announced for 2029
- TelQuel, 18 September 2026: Morocco returns to GMT
- L'Itinéraire: ONCF's Al Boraq train (train journey times)
- Rough Guides: getting around Morocco (operator websites, Supratours buses to Agadir)
- TelQuel, 1 August 2024: dates planned in the bid book
- Yabiladi, August 2024: the six Moroccan stadiums in the bid
- Al Jazeera, 13 July 2026: 64-team proposal, no decision
- Afrik-Foot, 15 August 2026: capacity and completion of the Grand Stade Hassan II
- Bladi.net, 8 November 2025: reopening of the Grand Stade de Tanger
- Boursenews, 2026: ANEP tender for the Fès sports complex
- H24info, 5 October 2026: first works lot for the Fez stadium awarded to SGTM
- himmera.com and rome2rio.com: road distances and times between host cities
- Simply Morocco, updated 22 October 2026: Casablanca–Marrakech by road
- Le Brief, 29 October 2026: Fouzi Lekjaa announces completion of the Grand Stade Hassan II for early 2028
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