About the Consulate
The Honorary Consulate of the Kingdom of Morocco for the region of New England was recognized in June, 2004 by the United States Department of State following a request from the Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Consulate’s mission is to promote trade, tourism and investment, as well as cultural and educational links between New England and the Kingdom of Morocco. Please note that the New England Honorary Consulate does not advise on or process visa applications. For information on all consular matters, including visas, please follow the Consulates & Embassies link located on the menu bar of this page.
About the Kingdom of Morocco
Adapted from “Morocco.” Britannica Concise Encyclopedia. 2005. Enclyclopædia Britannica Premium Service, 13 June 2005
The Kingdom of Morocco in North Africa has an area of 177,117 square miles (458,730 sq km), and an estimated population of 29,632,000. Its capital city is Rabat. Morocco is a constitutional monarchy with two legislative houses; its chief of state and head of government is the King, assisted by the prime minister.
Arabized Berbers are the country’s largest ethno linguistic group; there are French, Spanish, and Bedouin minorities. The official language is Arabic, although Berber and French are also spoken. The official religion is Islam, mostly Sunnite. Morocco’s currency is the dirham.
Morocco is a mountainous country with an average elevation of 2,600 ft (800 m) above sea level. A mountain chain known as the Rif runs along the northern coast; the Atlas Mountains rise in the country’s center and include Mount Toubkal (13,665 ft [4,165 m]), the country’s highest point of elevation. Morocco’s fertile lowlands support agriculture; major crops include barley, wheat, and sugar beets. Morocco is one of the world’s largest suppliers of phosphate. The largest commercial center is Casablanca.