Moroccan Minors Alone in Europe: Rabat Strengthens Consular Monitoring

On April 6, 2026, Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita confirmed to Parliament that all Moroccan diplomatic missions and consulates have been instructed to monitor cases of unaccompanied Moroccan minors abroad. A topic that directly affects diaspora families.

The Context

Unaccompanied Moroccan minors in Europe are sometimes placed with foreign families or associations by local social services. MP Mustapha Dahmani raised two sensitive points: protecting these minors and the issue of custody being transferred away from Moroccan families.

The Ministry Response

• •Strengthened consular monitoring across all consulates
• •Family identification and contact through consular centers
• •Partnerships with diaspora associations for psychosocial support
• •Legal support for families in custody proceedings

What MRE Families Should Know

• •Contact your consulate immediately if concerned
• •Document everything related to custody decisions
• •Get a specialized family law attorney in your country of residence
• •Reach out to diaspora associations for free support

Sources: TelQuel, House of Councillors (Minister Bourita written response, April 2026), mre.gov.ma. Last updated: April 2026.

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