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Is Marrakech Safe? Warnings and Dangers Travelers Need to Know

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Marrakech is a magical city, full of mystery, bustle, and color. But is Marrakech safe as a travel destination? Opinions range, from the Canadian government urging travelers to Morocco to “exercise a high degree of caution” to International SOS calling the risk of traveling to Marrakech “low,” the same level as it is for much of Europe. Overall, the consensus seems to be that it is relatively safe to visit Marrakech—provided that travelers take certain precautions, including informing themselves about the areas to avoid in Marrakech. To learn more about traveler safety in Marrakech, read on.

Tips for Staying Safe in Marrakech

• Travel on foot whenever possible. Car accidents are quite common in Marrakech, so plan to walk wherever possible, with public transit being the next best option. If you must get in a cab, choose a petit taxi over a grand taxi, and make sure that it has seat belts and is otherwise in good order. It’s wise to agree in advance with the driver about what your final fare will be.
• Maintain vigilance. More than focusing on areas to avoid in Marrakech, focus on how to visit the most popular tourist sites while preventing yourself from becoming a victim. That is, always be aware of your surroundings, keep belongings under wraps, and don’t get distracted, as that’s when you can fall victim to the elements that can make Marrakech dangerous.
• Steer clear of prostitution in Marrakech. Even though prostitution is illegal in Morocco, it is prevalent in Marrakech. Steer well clear of Marrakech’s red light districts, and avoid patronizing any of the city’s sex workers. Many of Marrakech’s prostitutes are victims of the global sex trafficking industry and have contagious diseases.

Places to Avoid in Marrakech

In Marrakech, there aren’t so much areas to avoid as there are places to be vigilant when you visit. Many of the most popular attractions and markets attract not only tourists but also petty criminals, who prowl the large crowds to find their victims—especially those who are obvious tourists. For example, the city’s historic medina is a must-see, but pickpockets are common there; visitors should keep valuables well under wraps and be aware of their surroundings at all times.

Be on the alert, too, for suspicious-looking packages and people. In 2011, a cafe in Jemaa el-Fna Square fell victim to a terrorist bombing, which killed 17 people, most of them tourists.

Other potentially dangerous places in Marrakech include Gueliz and Hivernage , especially at night, when these districts’ nightclubs are frequented by prostitutes.

If you’re thinking of exploring beyond Marrakech’s city limits, make sure to avoid all travel around the Berm , which is Morocco’s militarized boundary in Western Sahara. Be extremely careful if you plan to head to the country’s remote areas—restrict your journeys to officially designated tourist areas, hire guides recommended by your hotel or the local tourist office, and travel only in vehicles that are equipped for off-roading, advises the Canadian government.

Other places to avoid in Marrakech include political demonstrations and similar large gatherings, which can occasionally turn violent.

How to Get Around Safely in Marrakech

While some of Morocco’s roads are modern and well kept, others are in bad shape, and car accidents are common, with a fatality rate about twice that of the United States . Drivers often act in defiance of traffic laws, and many vehicles are in disrepair. For this reason, it’s best to travel around Marrakech on foot as much as possible.

In terms of hired cars, the yellow “petit taxis” are the most advisable to take in Marrakech, though they’re not always equipped with seat belts or airbags. Avoid the white “grand taxis,” which are large but may pack in more passengers than is safe or comfortable. To save yourself from getting gouged, agree on your total fare with the driver before getting into a cab, especially if the cab isn’t equipped with a meter.

Uber and Lyft do not operate in Marrakech, but a European equivalent called Heetch does. Local taxi drivers sometimes gang up against drivers that work for ride-hailing services, creating an unsafe situation for their passengers.

Public transportation is somewhat reliable and safe in Marrakech, especially ALSA’s tourist buses. Be sure to keep valuables close and monitored when taking any type of public transit in and around Marrakech.

Indeed, Marrakech crime consists mostly of theft—the crimes committed against U.S. tourists in Marrakech are typically pickpocketing, mugging, and purse snatching, according to the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC).

Wherever you’re staying, make sure the doors and windows are locked, and keep valuables in sturdy safes.

Other dangers in Marrakech include natural disasters. Morocco is in an earthquake zone, so familiarize yourself with seismic safety procedures. Heavy rains can cause flash flooding in Marrakech, in which event you should heed the instructions of local authorities.

Terrorism, too, is another factor that compromises safety in Marrakech. As a whole, Morocco is considered at high risk for terrorism , and ISIS has been known to carry out dangerous attacks in this North African nation, with tourists and other foreigners as the key targets. Though Morocco’s government has responded with heightened security measures, travelers to Marrakech should remain on alert for any threat of terrorism.

Other factors to consider regarding Marrakech safety include street harassment, which remains common despite a law against it; female travelers might consider dressing in conservative, non-revealing clothing. In addition, travelers should know that sex between two unmarried people is illegal in Morocco , as is homosexuality.

Vendors who sell street food in Marrakech occasionally add extras to tourists’ bills or serve less-than-fresh fare that could cause illness. To avoid this, choose busy stalls (where food doesn’t sit for long) and seek places where locals are eating.

Prostitution in Marrakech

Despite being a devout Muslim nation, prostitution is a big problem in Morocco, especially in Marrakech . Sadly, sex tourism—including child sex tourism—is a growing industry and does draw travelers here.

Marrakech prostitution is the subject of Much Loved , a Moroccan film that debuted at Cannes and was abruptly banned in Morocco because the government and citizens objected to its sexualized depiction of Marrakech. But thousands of sex workers do work in places like Square 16 November, Avenue Mohammed V, and Rue Yougoslavie —and the government mostly turns a blind eye.

Travelers to Marrakech should know that if they engage in prostitution, they could be supporting the global crime of sex trafficking, which enslaves vulnerable women and children.

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• The 10 Most Dreamy Riads in Morocco
• The 10 Best Things to Do in Morocco

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Canada will lift ban on Morocco flights

Direct flights between Canada and Morocco will resume next week.

At 00:01 Eastern Time on October 29, travellers will be able to board direct flights from Morocco to Canada, with a few additional measures, according to the Canadian government .

Travellers will need to have a negative COVID-19 molecular pre-departure test that is issued by the Government of Morocco and recognized by the European Commission. This test should be taken within 72 hours before lift off.

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Those who have previously had COVID-19 in the past and still test positive can supply a positive test result taken between 14 and 180 days before departure. Travellers who got COVID-19 before coming to Morocco must prove that they were infected in another country prior to their arrival.

Before boarding, airlines will authenticate the COVID-19 test results by scanning the digital QR codes to confirm the identity of the passenger and their test result. They will also check that travellers have uploaded their information to the ArriveCAN app .

If travellers from Morocco are coming to Canada via an indirect route, they will still need a valid negative COVID-19 molecular test from the third country where they landed.

New arrivals will also have to meet the entry requirements to Canada. Currently, non-essential travel is only open to fully-vaccinated travellers . New arrivals must come with a negative pre-departure test, proof of vaccination, and a quarantine plan even if they do not expect to use it.

Canada originally closed the border to Morocco in August as the country was hit with a surge of coronavirus cases. The first ban went into effect for 30 days, and was extended again in September .

What to know before travelling to Canada

Before coming to Canada, travellers need to use the ArriveCAN mobile or web application to submit their personal and travel information to border officials.

If travellers want to be exempt from quarantine, or travel to Canada for a non-essential reason, they will need to show that they are fully vaccinated with a Canada-approved vaccine such as: Astra Zeneca, Pfizer, Moderna, or Janssen (Johnston & Johnson).

They will also need a quarantine plan, regardless of whether or not they will use it, and a negative COVID-19 molecular test.

Those who are not considered fully vaccinated will only be allowed to travel to Canada for essential reasons, such as work, family reunification, school, compassionate reasons, or immigration. Canadian citizens and permanent residents, as well as their families, who are not fully vaccinated will still be allowed to enter, however, they may have to quarantine at home.

Official information on border crossing is available on the government website .

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Canadians trapped in Morocco by COVID-19 restrictions to be evacuated this weekend: Trudeau

Tens of thousands are stranded abroad as nations move to slow spread of covid-19.

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said today that a flight has been arranged to bring home Canadians stranded in Morocco, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the transport sector.

"We're in discussion with Canadian airlines to help Canadians stranded abroad come home," Trudeau said this morning from outside Rideau Cottage in Ottawa, where he remains in self-isolation after his wife tested positive for COVID-19. "We will have more details to share but the first flight will be picking up Canadians from Morocco this weekend."

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Air Canada is sending a plane Saturday that will ferry Canadians home from the North African nation to Montreal. Passengers will have to pay for this flight as it's a commercial flight — not a rescue flight chartered by the Canadian government. The cost of a ticket is $1,272 plus tax.

Travellers can apply for up to $5,000 in financial support from the Canadian government to help with COVID-19-related travel disruptions. The loan must be repaid.

Air Canada said it has a wide body aircraft, with 450 seats, leaving Saturday from Casablanca. The Foreign Affairs Department is co-ordinating arrangements for Canadians in Morocco wishing to return home. The flight is scheduled to depart at 6:50 p.m. local time.

The tickets are reserved for Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Reservations will be accepted on Air Canada's website.

An urgent message has been sent to the email addresses of all Canadians registered with the Embassy of Canada to Morocco through the Registration of Canadians Abroad system. We advise all who have registered to check their email immediately. — @CanEmbMorocco

"We understand it's a challenging time for all Canadians who are still abroad and anxious to come back home. Our teams are working around the clock with the Canadian Government and offering our global reach to do everything we can to repatriate as many Canadians as possible, recognizing that we will not be able to assist all," said Calin Rovinescu, president and CEO of Air Canada.

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At least one of the stranded Canadians won't be on that flight. Rakan Aloran, a Windsor, Ont., man, was hoping to leave Morocco, but he's tested positive for COVID-19 and is now in quarantine in Tangier. Speaking to CBC Windsor, Aloran said he's glad he was tested because he's asymptomatic, and he could have unknowingly spread the virus to others at the airport. "That's the scary part. Had I not gone out of my way to be tested and instead just went on to Casablanca airport with the masses … what would happen?" Aloran said. "I would be [COVID-19] positive, and I would be on a plane. It's really scary stuff that these symptoms are not strong and you can't tell."

Transport Minister Marc Garneau has instructed all airlines to deny permission to board to anyone — including Canadian citizens — displaying COVID-19 symptoms, such as a fever, cough or other respiratory issues. Those travellers will be asked to seek medical attention in the countries where they are.

A spokesperson for Foreign Affairs Minister François-Philippe Champagne said the department has heard from tens of thousands of Canadians looking to get home after the federal government announced a week ago that all travellers abroad should return to Canada and self-isolate for 14 days.

The minister's office said the government is particularly concerned about travellers in Morocco and Peru, two destinations where a large number of Canadians are stranded. Peru is under martial law and has closed its borders to everyone looking to get in or out. CBC News has heard from dozens of Canadians stuck there who have no way to get home.

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Canadians now outside Canada and needing help to return home can contact the nearest Government of Canada office or Global Affairs Canada's 24/7 Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa at +1 613-996-8885 (collect calls are accepted where available), or they can email  [email protected] .

Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said stranded travellers should register with the government's Canadians Abroad program so Foreign Affairs knows just how many people are overseas and how to reach them if more flights become available.

"We are working urgently to find a way to help those people come home," Freeland told reporters Friday. "It's a very complex situation. We understand how frightening it is for people. And we're working to get through it."

Sunwing, a leisure airline that typically serves holiday destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean, has already repatriated 44,000 Canadians stuck overseas and has even brought back non-Sunwing passengers for free.

"We understand a lot of Canadians are still stranded outside the country and struggling to get home," said Stephen Hunter, CEO of Sunwing Travel Group.

"That's why we want to open up any extra capacity we have. It's the Canadian thing to do."

Sunwing said it expects to have all of its customers back in Canada by March 23, at which time all of its flights will be temporarily suspended.

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Government of Canada advises Canadians to avoid non-essential travel abroad

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The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada has issued an official global travel advisory to avoid non-essential travel abroad.

March 13, 2020 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada

In an attempt to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), many governments have implemented special entry and exit and movement restrictions for their territories. New restrictions could be imposed, and could severely disrupt Canadians’ travel plans.

As a result, the Government of Canada is advising Canadians to avoid non-essential travel outside of Canada until further notice.

Canadians currently outside the country should find out what commercial options are still available and consider returning to Canada earlier than planned if these options are becoming more limited.

We encourage Canadians abroad to register with the  Registration of Canadians Abroad  service.

Canadians abroad in need of emergency consular assistance can call Global Affairs Canada’s 24/7 Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa at +1 613-996-8885 (collect calls are accepted where available) or email [email protected] .

“We are monitoring the situation abroad to provide credible and timely information to Canadians to help them make well-informed decisions regarding their travel. We also continue to work around the clock to provide assistance and consular services to Canadians abroad affected by COVID-19.” - François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs

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Travel Vaccines and Advice for Morocco

A colorful blend of cultures, Morocco is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination. Only a little more than 10 kilometres away from the Spanish coast, Morocco is a bridge between North Africa and Europe that features impressive architecture, beautiful desert vistas and exciting markets.

Morocco is incredibly picturesque, with endless alleys decorated in colorful tiles. Moroccan food is famous for its use of spices that culminate in an interesting mix of Arabic, Berber and Mediterranean influences.

Morocco also has some great options for visitors looking to shop, with street markets in Marrakech recognized as some of the best in the world. Marrakech is also famous for its street theatre, prominently played out in Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech’s main square, named a ‘Masterpiece of World Heritage’ by UNESCO.

Do I Need Vaccines for Morocco?

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Morocco. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Morocco: COVID-19 , hepatitis A , hepatitis B , typhoid , rabies , meningitis , polio , measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) , Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) , chickenpox , shingles , pneumonia and influenza .

See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunizations:

• COVID-19 – Airborne – Recommended for all travellers
• Hepatitis A – Food & Water – Recommended for most travellers
• Hepatitis B – Blood & Body Fluids – Accelerated schedule available
• Typhoid – Food & Water – Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
• Rabies – Saliva of Infected Animals – High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.
• Polio – Food & Water – Required if arriving from a region with polio transmission. Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.
• Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) – Various Vectors – Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
• TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) – Wounds & Airborne – Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
• Chickenpox – Direct Contact & Airborne – Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
• Shingles – Direct Contact – Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
• Pneumonia – Airborne – Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
• Influenza – Airborne – Vaccine components change annually.
• Meningitis – Airborne & Direct Contact – Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.

See the tables below for more information:

For more details on any of the above vaccinations, visit our vaccination pages . Or, make an appointment with your local Travel Medicine Specialist. Call or book online to schedule your appointment today.

Do I Need a Visa or Passport for Morocco?

Canadians do not need a tourist visa for visits of up to 90 days. Travellers must have a passport with at least one blank page. For updated visa information, visit the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco to the U.S. website .

Sources: Embassy of Morocco and Canadian Travel and Tourism

Visit the Canadian Travel and Tourism website for more information on entry and exit requirements.

What Is the Climate Like in Morocco?

Morocco’s climate is generally tropical, though the coast features a Mediterranean climate. Morocco’s rainy season lasts from November through March, at which time flash floods are common. In Marrakech, the average temperature is 28 in July and 12 in January.

Is Morocco Safe?

The Canadian Government recommends all travellers exercise a high degree of caution while in Morocco due to terrorist threats. Travel is particularly risky in the Western Sahara border region, where there are thousands of un-exploded mines and reported incidents of violence.

Terrorist threats are higher in crowded public places, government buildings, transportation hubs and places of worship. Establishments associated with the U.S. are at a heightened risk. Travellers should also avoid all political and social demonstrations.

Travellers should be aware of risks of petty crime and maintain vigilance. City buses are not considered safe.

Public beaches around major cities are sometimes unsafe to swim in due to pollution. Travellers should exercise caution to ensure water is safe to swim in.

Moroccan Rules, Customs and Laws

Morocco has some laws and cultural norms many are not used to. These include:

• In Morocco, dress conservatively and avoid public displays of affection.
• Public alcohol consumption outside of licensed hotels, bars and restaurants is illegal.
• LGBT travellers may face considerable risks as consensual sexual acts between same-sex individuals are illegal in Morocco.
• Women should to travel with a companion or in groups to avoid assault in public places.
• The export of Moroccan currency is not prohibited.
• Islam is the official religion in Morocco, and proselytizing is illegal.
• Photographing government or security facilities should be avoided.

Travellers should review Morocco’s laws before entering the country.

What Should I Take To Morocco?

Here are some essential items to consider for your trip to Morocco:

• Modest clothing, especially for women.
• Umbrella and waterproof clothing if you plan to travel during rainy season.
• Comfortable shoes for wandering through markets.
• Light clothing for hot temperatures, with warmer options for cool nights.
• Bug repellent and sunscreen.

High Commission of United States in Morocco

Canadian consular services can help travellers with many issues they may face including passport services. Once in Morocco, the information for the Canadian Embassy is:

Embassy of Canada to Morocco and Mauritania 66, Mehdi Ben Barka Avenue Rabat-Souissi, Morocco Telephone: (+212) (0)537 54 49 49

If you have any questions about travelling to Morocco or are wondering what shots you may need for your trip, schedule an appointment by calling or book online now .

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Exploring Canada's Travel Restrictions For Visitors From Morocco

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As the world slowly recovers from the impacts of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, countries around the globe are implementing travel restrictions to ensure the safety and well-being of their citizens. One such country that has implemented travel restrictions is Morocco, a beautiful country known for its vibrant culture, ancient history, and breathtaking landscapes. If you're planning a trip to Morocco from Canada, it's essential to familiarize yourself with the current travel restrictions in place. In this article, we will delve into the Canada travel restrictions to Morocco, providing you with the latest information and guidelines to help you plan your trip accordingly.

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As of the most recent update, there are travel restrictions between Canada and Morocco due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Both countries have implemented measures to prevent the spread of the virus and protect their populations. These measures may change rapidly, so it is vital to stay informed and up-to-date before planning any travel.

At present, non-essential travel from Canada to Morocco is strongly discouraged, and entry is only permitted for certain individuals. These include Moroccan citizens, foreign residents in Morocco, and travelers with exceptional circumstances, such as medical emergencies or essential work-related purposes. However, even for those who are allowed to enter, there are strict requirements and protocols in place.

Before traveling to Morocco, all passengers must present a negative PCR test result taken within 48 hours before departure. Travelers are also required to complete a health form and provide contact details for tracing purposes. Upon arrival, a health screening will be carried out, and individuals may be subject to a 10-day self-isolation period.

It is important to note that the situation is subject to change, and travel restrictions may be imposed or relaxed depending on the evolving circumstances. It is advisable to consult the official government websites of both Canada and Morocco, as well as the travel advisories issued by the respective authorities, for the most current information.

Additionally, it is crucial to consider the overall travel situation globally, including flight availability and any transit requirements from other countries. Many airlines have reduced or suspended their services to certain destinations, and transit options may be limited or subject to separate restrictions.

When planning any travel, it is important to prioritize safety and follow the guidance of health authorities. It is advisable to maintain proper hygiene practices, wear masks, practice social distancing, and stay informed about the local COVID-19 situation at all times.

It is essential to stay updated on the latest travel advisories and guidelines from both your home country and the destination country to ensure a safe and smooth journey. As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, it is important to remain flexible and prepared for any potential changes or disruptions to travel plans.

Travelers are advised to stay in touch with their airline or travel agent for any updates or changes to their flights. Additionally, it is recommended to register with the relevant embassy or consulate in the destination country for further assistance and support during these uncertain times.

In summary, there are currently travel restrictions between Canada and Morocco due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Non-essential travel is discouraged, and entry to Morocco is limited to Moroccan citizens, foreign residents, and individuals with exceptional circumstances. Strict protocols and requirements are in place, including negative PCR tests, health forms, and potential self-isolation periods. Travelers should stay informed, follow official guidance, and prioritize safety when considering any travel plans.

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Morocco is a popular tourist destination for Canadians looking to experience the rich culture, vibrant landscapes, and warm hospitality of North Africa. If you're a Canadian planning to travel to Morocco, it's important to familiarize yourself with the entry requirements to ensure a smooth journey.

Passport: As a Canadian citizen, you will need a valid passport to enter Morocco. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure date. Make sure to check the expiry date of your passport well in advance and renew it if necessary to avoid any travel disruptions.

Visa: Canadians traveling to Morocco for tourism purposes do not need a visa if the duration of their stay is less than 90 days. This means that you can enter Morocco as a tourist and stay for up to 90 days visa-free. However, if you plan to stay longer than 90 days or have a different purpose for your visit, such as work or study, you will need to apply for the relevant visa before traveling.

Arrival form: Upon arrival in Morocco, Canadians will need to fill out a landing card or arrival form. This form will ask for your personal details, duration of stay, and purpose of visit. Make sure to fill out the form accurately and truthfully to avoid any issues with customs and immigration.

Proof of accommodation: It is recommended to have proof of accommodation for your entire stay in Morocco. This can be in the form of hotel reservations, a letter of invitation from a friend or family member, or a rental agreement if you're staying in a private accommodation. Having proof of accommodation will help ensure a hassle-free entry into the country.

Proof of onward travel: Although not always enforced, it's advisable to have proof of onward travel when entering Morocco. This can be a return ticket to your country of residence or a ticket to your next destination. Immigration officials may ask to see this proof to ensure that you have plans to leave the country within the allowed time frame.

COVID-19 requirements: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, there may be additional entry requirements and restrictions in place when traveling to Morocco. These can include providing a negative PCR test result taken within a certain number of hours before departure, completing health declaration forms, and undergoing temperature screenings upon arrival. It's crucial to stay updated on the latest travel advisories and requirements issued by the Moroccan authorities and consult with your airline or travel agent before your trip.

Travel insurance: While not a mandatory requirement, it's highly recommended to have travel insurance that covers medical expenses, trip cancellation, and other unforeseen incidents. Medical emergencies can be expensive, and having travel insurance will provide you with peace of mind during your stay in Morocco.

As entry requirements can change, it's essential to double-check with the Embassy of Morocco or consular services in Canada before your trip. Additionally, it's advisable to register your travel plans with the Government of Canada to receive important updates and travel advice while you are in Morocco. Following the entry requirements will ensure that you have a smooth and enjoyable visit to this fascinating country.

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Canadians are indeed able to visit Morocco for tourism purposes. Morocco is a popular destination for travelers from all over the world, including Canadians. Whether you are interested in exploring the vibrant cities, immersing yourself in the rich culture and history, or taking in the stunning landscapes, Morocco has something to offer.

To visit Morocco as a Canadian tourist, you will need a valid passport that is valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure date. Visa requirements vary depending on the length of your stay. Canadian tourists can enter Morocco without a visa for up to 90 days, which is usually more than enough time for a typical vacation. However, it is always recommended to check the current visa requirements before your trip, as they can change.

Upon arrival in Morocco, you will go through immigration and customs. It is important to note that customs regulations in Morocco can be strict, so it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations to avoid any issues. For example, it is not allowed to bring drugs or other illegal substances into the country.

Once you have cleared immigration and customs, you are free to explore the country. Morocco offers a wide range of experiences for tourists. In the vibrant city of Marrakech, you can wander through the bustling souks, visit the stunning Bahia Palace, and explore the historical sites such as the Koutoubia Mosque and the Saadian Tombs. The city also offers a rich culinary scene with delicious traditional Moroccan cuisine.

If you are interested in history and culture, a visit to Fes is a must. Fes is home to the world's oldest university and countless historical sites, including the famous Al Quaraouiyine Mosque and the medieval Medina. The Medina of Fes is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a labyrinth of narrow streets, bustling markets, and stunning architecture.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, the Atlas Mountains offer opportunities for hiking, trekking, and skiing, depending on the season. You can also visit the Sahara Desert and experience a camel trek and spend a night under the stars in a desert camp.

When it comes to safety, Morocco is generally considered a safe country for tourists. However, it is always important to exercise caution and use common sense, as you would in any foreign country. It is advisable to be aware of your surroundings, avoid displaying valuable items, and take precautions to protect your personal belongings.

In conclusion, Canadians are able to visit Morocco for tourism purposes. With its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes, Morocco offers a unique and memorable travel experience. Remember to check the visa requirements before your trip and familiarize yourself with the customs regulations to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey.

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As the world continues to grapple with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, countries around the globe have implemented various measures to control the spread of the virus. For Canadians who may be planning to travel to Morocco, it's crucial to understand the specific quarantine and testing requirements in place.

Quarantine Requirements:

As of the time of writing, there are no mandatory quarantine requirements for Canadians entering Morocco. However, travelers are expected to adhere to preventive measures such as wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, and practicing good hand hygiene.

Testing Requirements:

To enter Morocco, Canadians are required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result, taken within 72 hours of their departure. The test must be conducted by a recognized laboratory and the result must be presented in either English, French, or Arabic. It's important to note that travelers may be subject to additional testing upon arrival at the discretion of local authorities.

Travelers should also be aware that Morocco has in place a color-coded system that categorizes countries based on their epidemiological situation. These categories include "green," "yellow," and "red." Canadians should check the Moroccan embassy or consulate in their home country to determine the category assigned to Canada and any specific requirements for travelers from that category.

Additional Information:

It's essential for Canadians traveling to Morocco to stay updated on the latest travel advisories and information provided by the Canadian government. The situation surrounding COVID-19 is fluid, and travel restrictions and requirements can change at any time.

Travelers should also consider purchasing travel insurance that covers COVID-19-related expenses. This can provide peace of mind and financial protection in case of any unexpected disruptions or health issues during the trip.

It's worth noting that the vaccination status of travelers may impact entry requirements in the future. As vaccination rates increase worldwide, countries may modify their travel policies to facilitate the movement of vaccinated individuals.

In summary, while there are no mandatory quarantine requirements for Canadians entering Morocco, it's important to have a negative COVID-19 PCR test result taken within 72 hours of departure. Additional testing upon arrival may also be required. Staying informed and following all preventive measures is crucial to ensure a safe and smooth travel experience.

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As of now, there are travel restrictions in place between Canada and Morocco due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. These restrictions are put in place to ensure the safety of the population and prevent the spread of the virus. However, there may be some exceptions or exemptions to these restrictions in certain circumstances.

One of the primary exceptions to the travel restrictions is for Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. These individuals have a right to return to Canada and are not subject to the same restrictions as foreign nationals. However, upon arrival, they may be required to undergo testing and quarantine measures as per the regulations set by the Canadian government.

Another exception may be for individuals who have a valid work permit or study permit in Canada and are currently in Morocco. These individuals may be able to travel to Canada, but they will still need to follow the necessary protocols such as testing and quarantine upon arrival.

In addition, immediate family members of Canadian citizens or permanent residents may also be exempt from the travel restrictions. This includes spouses, common-law partners, dependent children, parents, and guardians. However, these individuals will need to provide the necessary documentation and follow the required procedures when traveling.

It is important to note that these exceptions or exemptions may change over time as the situation evolves. The Canadian government regularly updates its travel advisories and guidelines based on the current conditions.

It is advisable for travelers to check the official websites or consult with the relevant Canadian authorities, such as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or the nearest Canadian embassy or consulate, for the most up-to-date information on travel restrictions and exemptions. These sources will have the latest information regarding any exceptions or exemptions and can provide guidance on the necessary procedures for travel between Canada and Morocco.

Overall, while there may be certain exceptions or exemptions to the current travel restrictions between Canada and Morocco, it is important for individuals to follow the guidelines and protocols put in place by the respective governments to ensure the safety and well-being of all individuals involved.

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Frequently asked questions.

As of now, the Moroccan government has implemented travel restrictions that prohibit non-essential travel from Canada to Morocco. Only Moroccan citizens, residents, and certain exemptions will be allowed to enter Morocco. It is best to check with the Moroccan embassy or consulate in Canada for the most up-to-date information on travel restrictions before planning your trip.

Yes, there are quarantine requirements for travelers arriving in Morocco from Canada. All travelers, regardless of their nationality and duration of stay in Morocco, are required to undergo a 10-day self-isolation period upon arrival. During this time, individuals will be expected to stay at their accommodation and limit their interactions with others. It is important to comply with these regulations to ensure the safety of yourself and others.

Yes, all travelers, including Moroccan citizens and residents, entering Morocco from Canada are required to present a negative PCR test result taken within 72 hours before their departure. This test result must be written in Arabic, French, or English, and it should include the traveler's full name, date of birth, passport or ID number, and the date and location of the test. Failure to provide a negative test result may result in denied entry to Morocco.

Transit through Morocco to another country from Canada is currently permitted for certain nationalities and under specific conditions. However, it is important to note that transit passengers are expected to remain in the international transit area and not enter Morocco during their layover. Airlines and travel agencies can provide you with more information on transit requirements and procedures. It is important to check the latest travel advisories and regulations before planning your journey.

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Morocco Travel Advisory

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We advise caution when travelling to Morocco

Local situation: 3.0 / 5.

We advise caution when travelling to Morocco. We detected travel advisories from 7 sources for this specific country.

Regional Situation: 3.0 / 5

Morocco shares a land border with 3 neighbouring states. For this region of countries (including Morocco), the Advisory Index is 3 (average value over all countries). All countries have some reported advisories: Spain (3), Algeria with 3 and Western Sahara with 0 (of 5).

Current informationen on Covid-19 in Morocco

There are currently no officially reported cases of infections with SARS-CoV-2 (or Coronavirus) in Morocco. As reported by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control this morning (~8:30am CET).

There are currently no officially reported deaths related to this disease in Morocco.

Source: www.ecdc.europa.eu

Advice scoring history for Morocco

Chart of the risk level over that last 200 days. This is the daily calculated travel risk for Morocco.

Chart of the number of sources over that last 200 days. This is the daily number of advisory sources (of any rating) that have been active on that day.

Note: Changes happening on the 28th/29th of July 2019 are related to a change in the software and number of sources processed.

Rating Details (single travel warnings)

These are the individual advisories published by other countries about the destination Morocco from a travellers perspective. The scoring of all messages combined is the foundation for the current rating 3.0 out of 5.0 .

This is the general advisory usually covering the country as a whole.

Advisory issued by: New Zealand

Exercise increased caution in Morocco and elsewhere in Western Sahara due to the threat of terrorism (level 2 of 4).

Source: https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/morocco

This is a regional information covering specific areas of Morocco.

Issued by: New Zealand government

Info: If you are planning international travel at this time, please read our COVID-19 related travel advice here, alongside our destination specific travel advice below.

Info: Do not travel within 30 kilometres north and west of the Berm (a militarised boundary in Western Sahara) and all areas south and east of the Berm due to the threat posed by unexploded landmines (level 4 of 4). Western Sahara is a disputed and non-self-governing territory largely under Moroccan control.

Advisory issued by: United States

Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed. Exercise increased caution in Morocco due to terrorism. Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Morocco. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, and local government facilities. Read the country ...

Source: http://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/morocco-travel-advisory.html

Advisory issued by: Canada

The Canadian goverment suggests: Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)

Source: https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/morocco

Advisory issued by: Finland

Iaktta normal försiktighet - Trafiken utgör den största säkerhetsrisken. Kulturskillnaderna bör beaktas. Risk för terrordåd. Demonstrationer och stora sammankomster bör undvikas. Vi rekommenderar inte att man rör sig ensam på ödsliga platser när det är mörkt.

Source: https://um.fi/resemeddelande/-/c/MA

Individual rating changes for Morocco

This is the recent history of individual changes of travel advices that affected the total asessment of Morocco. Most recent events first.

Changes from August 18th 2022

The total rating for Morocco changed from 3.1 to 3.0 . Here are the influencing details:

The Finnish government decreased their existing warning for Morocco to 2.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 3.0 (by -1.0).

Changes from February 17th 2021

The total rating for Morocco changed from 3.5 to 3.7 . Here are the influencing details:

The New Zealand government removed their warning for Morocco with a previous rating of 0.0.

Changes from August 7th 2020

The total rating for Morocco changed from 3.1 to 3.4 . Here are the influencing details:

The United States government increased their existing warning for Morocco to 4.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 2.0 (by +2.0).

Changes from March 23rd 2020

The total rating for Morocco changed from 3.0 to 3.1 . Here are the influencing details:

The Canadian government increased their existing warning for Morocco to 3.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 2.0 (by +1.0).

Changes from March 18th 2020

The total rating for Morocco changed from 2.9 to 3.0 . Here are the influencing details:

The Australian government increased their existing warning for Morocco to 5.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 4.0 (by +1.0).

Changes from March 16th 2020

The total rating for Morocco changed from 2.8 to 2.9 . Here are the influencing details:

The Irish government increased their existing warning for Morocco to 4.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 3.0 (by +1.0).

Changes from March 15th 2020

The total rating for Morocco changed from 2.6 to 2.8 . Here are the influencing details:

The Australian government issued a new warning for Morocco with a rating of 4.0.

Changes from March 14th 2020

The total rating for Morocco changed from 2.4 to 2.6 . Here are the influencing details:

The Danish government increased their existing warning for Morocco to 4.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 3.0 (by +1.0).

Changes from February 14th 2020

The total rating for Morocco changed from 2.6 to 2.4 . Here are the influencing details:

The Canadian government decreased their existing warning for Morocco to 2.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 3.0 (by -1.0).

Changes from September 25th 2019

The total rating for Morocco changed from 0.0 to 0.0 . Here are the influencing details:

The Danish government issued a new warning for Morocco with a rating of 3.0.

The Finnish government issued a new warning for Morocco with a rating of 2.0.

The Irish government issued a new warning for Morocco with a rating of 3.0.

The New Zealand government issued a new warning for Morocco with a rating of 2.0.

The Canadian government issued a new warning for Morocco with a rating of 3.0.

The Austrian government issued a new warning for Morocco with a rating of 3.0.

The United States government issued a new warning for Morocco with a rating of 2.0.

Changes from April 3rd 2019

The total rating for Morocco changed from 2.3 to 2.5 . Here are the influencing details:

The United States government increased their existing warning for Morocco to 2.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 1.0 (by +1.0).

About Morocco

Morocco with its capital Rabat is a country in Africa (Northern Africa), slightly larger than California (446,550 km²). The country is located Northern Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, between Algeria and Western Sahara. The climate can be described as Mediterranean, becoming more extreme in the interior. The landscape is northern coast and interior are mountainous with large areas of bordering plateaus, intermontane valleys, and rich coastal plains. With a population of about 34.27 million citizens.

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Environmental problems and natural hazzards.

These are problems Morocco is facing. Environmental issues refer to damages of the nature due to industry and society. Natural hazzards refer to potential dangers originating in nature.

Environmental problems

• destruction of vegetation)
• land degradation/desertification (soil erosion resulting from farming of marginal areas
• oil pollution of coastal waters
• overgrazing
• siltation of reservoirs
• water supplies contaminated by raw sewage

Natural hazzards

• flash floods
• northern mountains geologically unstable and subject to earthquakes
• periodic droughts

Top Industries and Agricultural Products

These are the main product industries and agricultural products of Morocco. This list indicates what this country is good at producing.

• automotive parts
• construction
• food processing
• leather goods
• phosphate mining

Agriculture products

• citrus fruits

Moroccan Imports and Exports

These are the main product categories of imports and exports to and from Morocco.

Export products

• automobiles
• crude minerals
• electric components
• fertilizers (
• inorganic chemicals
• petroleum products
• phosphates)

Import products

• crude petroleum
• electricity
• telecommunications equipment
• textile fabric
• transistors

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current travel advisory for morocco.

Morocco is currently rated at 3,0 out of a possible 5.0. Collected from 7 official sources. We advise caution when travelling to Morocco.

Is it safe to travel Morocco in 2024?

Visiting the country Morocco is usually fine. The score is at 3,0 Just keep an eye open, obey local rules and you'll most likely be fine.

How many travel advisories do you know for Morocco?

We currently evaluate 11 official sources each morning. Today, we know of active advisories from 7 individual sources for Morocco.

What is the current Corona virus situation in Morocco?

There are currently no officially reported cases of infections with SARS-CoV-2 (or Coronavirus) in Morocco. As reported by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control this morning (~8:30am CET). There are currently no officially reported deaths related to this disease in Morocco.

What is the size of Morocco?

Morocco has a size of 446,550 km² or 172,414 mi² which is slightly larger than California.

Common Frequently Asked Questions

For non-country specific questions, please check our global F.A.Q.

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2020-03-10: Integrated data from European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (COVID-19/ SARS-CoV-2/ Coronavirus).

2019-09-01: Added timeline charts for risk level and number of advisories.

2019-07-29: Added two more sources (Finland and Denmark). Affects country ratings.

2019-07-15: South-Sudan was missing and was added today.

2019-05-18: Performance improvements for API users.

2019-03-23: Introduced professional API with more data.

2019-02-13: Added three more sources (Cyprus, Ireland and Malta). Affects country ratings.

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Canada-morocco relations, on this page, bilateral relations, trade relations, development, partnerships and organizations.

Canada and Morocco maintain positive bilateral relations, including in the areas of trade, culture, and the promotion of women's rights, as well as in joint efforts to counter terrorism and violent extremism. Formal diplomatic relations were established in 1962, with 2022 marking the 60th year of official diplomatic relations.

According to the 2016 census, the Moroccan diaspora in Canada is almost 104,000, residing primarily in the Montreal area. Moroccan statistics indicate that their diaspora in Canada is closer to 300,000. Each year, more than 5,000 young Moroccans travel to Canada to study at colleges and universities, traditionally heading to Quebec, but increasingly to other provinces and territories.

In addition to long-term partnership with Canada through La Francophonie, Morocco has emerged in recent years as an important ally in the efforts to counter terrorism and violent extremism. The two countries co-chaired the Global Counter-Terrorism Forum (GCTF) for the period 2019 to September 2022. Canada also contributes to Morocco's counterterrorism efforts through the Counter-Terrorism Capacity Building Program (CTCBP). Since 2017, the CTCBP has disbursed over $9.1 million in bilateral and regional programming in Morocco, mainly through technical assistance and training. These efforts aim to support and complement Morocco's strategy to counter evolving terrorist threats such as responses to terrorist financing, the foreign terrorist fighter phenomenon, the enhancement of border and airport security, as well as efforts to curtail the influence of violent extremist organizations.

Morocco is an engaged actor and an important ally on migration and climate change issues, and is the host of several international conferences on its territory.

Canada is represented in Morocco by the Embassy of Canada in Rabat. In Canada, Morocco is represented by an embassy in Ottawa, as well as a consulate general in Montreal and in Toronto. Montreal and Casablanca are connected by year-round direct flights operated by both Air Canada and Royal Air Maroc.

In 2021, Morocco was Canada's 4th largest bilateral merchandise trading partner in Africa. Canada's commercial activities in Morocco are diversified and focus not only on the export of goods and mining assets, but also on the establishment of franchises, numerous partnerships with educational institutions, and other activities within global value chains. Morocco presents business opportunities of interest to Canada in education, agri-food, mining, aerospace, automotive, defense, information technology and green technology. In 2021, our bilateral merchandise trade with Morocco reached over $1.14 billion, an increase of 14.1% from 2020. Canadian exports to Morocco mostly consist of cereals, vegetables, medical instruments, machinery and equipment, salt, aircraft & spacecraft parts, and vehicles. Canada's main imports consist of fertilizers, fruit and edible nuts, inorganic chemicals and machinery and equipment. In 2020, the value of Canadian direct investments in Morocco was $75 million and the stock of Moroccan direct investment in Canada was $2 million. There is a growing presence of Canadian companies in Morocco.

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The overall objective of Canada's international development program in Morocco is to reduce inequality and poverty among the most vulnerable people, especially women and girls. The international development program focuses on:

• Enterprise development and livelihood support with a focus on the inclusion of women in agricultural value chains;
• Improving the quality of education and vocational training, particularly among young people in order to increase their employability and meet the needs of the labor market;
• Economic empowerment of women through open markets and green economy;
• Human dignity by improving the sexual and reproductive health of women and girls, in addition to gender awareness and the fight against gender-based violence. 

At the institutional level, Canada supports the Moroccan government in its fight against violence against women through the integration of women's rights at all levels. This support translates into the strengthening of women's leadership, particularly in political representation and in advocacy for the promotion of women's rights. These contributions reflect Canada's commitments to sexual and reproductive health and rights by strengthening women's right to control their own bodies. The goal is to curb violence against women, unwanted pregnancies and unsafe deliveries.

Canadian program work with implementing agencies is complemented by public relations work, representation and advocacy with government and civil society on issues of gender equality and the promotion of women's and girls' rights and empowerment. Projects to strengthen women's economic power aim to improve the performance of certain sectors where women are in the majority (argan, handicrafts, agriculture, forests), increase the added value that accrues to women in these sectors and increase women's participation in decision-making in the organizations in which they are involved.

The programming is aligned with Morocco’s priority reforms and the Government of Canada’s priorities in relation to development assistance. Gender equality is a major theme, and all projects must directly address issues related to women’s rights.

To find out what Canada is doing to support Morocco’s development, please visit the  Project Browser .

To develop effective responses to today’s most pressing global challenges, Canada and Morocco work closely in multilateral fora, such as:

• La Francophonie
• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
• Open Government Partnership (OGP)
• Pacific Alliance
• United Nations (UN)
• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
• World Trade Organization (WTO)  

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U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, March 2024

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The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis announced today that the goods and services deficit was $69.4 billion in March, down $0.1 billion from $69.5 billion in February, revised.

Exports, Imports, and Balance (exhibit 1)

March exports were $257.6 billion, $5.3 billion less than February exports. March imports were $327.0 billion, $5.4 billion less than February imports.

The March decrease in the goods and services deficit reflected an increase in the goods deficit of $0.8 billion to $92.5 billion and an increase in the services surplus of $0.9 billion to $23.1 billion.

Year-to-date, the goods and services deficit increased $6.5 billion, or 3.2 percent, from the same period in 2023. Exports increased $9.1 billion or 1.2 percent. Imports increased $15.6 billion or 1.6 percent.

Three-Month Moving Averages (exhibit 2)

The average goods and services deficit increased $1.7 billion to $68.8 billion for the three months ending in March.

• Average exports increased $0.3 billion to $259.2 billion in March.
• Average imports increased $2.0 billion to $328.1 billion in March.

Year-over-year, the average goods and services deficit increased $2.2 billion from the three months ending in March 2023.

• Average exports increased $3.0 billion from March 2023.
• Average imports increased $5.2 billion from March 2023.

Exports (exhibits 3, 6, and 7)

Exports of goods decreased $5.1 billion to $171.3 billion in March.

  Exports of goods on a Census basis decreased $5.2 billion.

• Civilian aircraft decreased $1.2 billion.
• Nonmonetary gold decreased $0.9 billion.
• Other petroleum products decreased $0.6 billion
• Crude oil increased $0.6 billion
• Soybeans decreased $0.6 billion.

  Net balance of payments adjustments increased $0.1 billion.

Exports of services decreased $0.2 billion to $86.4 billion in March.

• Travel decreased $0.2 billion.

Imports (exhibits 4, 6, and 8)

Imports of goods decreased $4.3 billion to $263.8 billion in March.

  Imports of goods on a Census basis decreased $4.2 billion.

• Passenger cars decreased $3.2 billion.
• Industrial supplies and materials decreased $1.6 billion.
• Pharmaceutical preparations increased $2.5 billion.
• Cell phones and other household goods decreased $1.7 billion.

  Net balance of payments adjustments decreased less than $0.1 billion.

Imports of services decreased $1.1 billion to $63.2 billion in March.

• Transport decreased $0.7 billion.
• Travel decreased $0.4 billion.

Real Goods in 2017 Dollars – Census Basis (exhibit 11)

The real goods deficit increased $1.3 billion, or 1.4 percent, to $88.6 billion in March, compared to a 1.1 percent increase in the nominal deficit.

• Real exports of goods decreased $4.7 billion, or 3.2 percent, to $143.2 billion, compared to a 3.0 percent decrease in nominal exports.
• Real imports of goods decreased $3.4 billion, or 1.5 percent, to $231.8 billion, compared to a 1.6 percent decrease in nominal imports.

Revisions to February exports

• Exports of goods were revised down $0.3 billion.
• Exports of services were revised up $0.2 billion.

Revisions to February imports

• Imports of goods were revised down less than $0.1 billion.
• Imports of services were revised up $0.5 billion.

Goods by Selected Countries and Areas: Monthly – Census Basis (exhibit 19)

The March figures show surpluses, in billions of dollars, with Netherlands ($5.4), South and Central America ($4.0), Hong Kong ($2.2), Australia ($1.9), Singapore ($0.8), Belgium ($0.7), United Kingdom ($0.7), and Brazil ($0.6). Deficits were recorded, in billions of dollars, with China ($24.1), European Union ($19.5), Mexico ($13.5), Vietnam ($9.0), Germany ($7.5), Ireland ($6.7), South Korea ($5.6), Taiwan ($5.3), Japan ($5.3), India ($4.0), Canada ($3.8), Italy ($3.7), Malaysia ($2.0), France ($1.7), Switzerland ($1.4), Israel ($0.7), and Saudi Arabia ($0.1).

• The deficit with China increased $2.2 billion to $24.1 billion in March. Exports decreased $0.5 billion to $12.7 billion and imports increased $1.7 billion to $36.8 billion.
• The deficit with the European Union increased $1.9 billion to $19.5 billion in March. Exports decreased $1.0 billion to $29.6 billion and imports increased $0.9 billion to $49.1 billion.
• The deficit with Mexico decreased $1.9 billion to $13.5 billion in March. Exports increased $0.3 billion to $27.9 billion and imports decreased $1.6 billion to $41.3 billion.

All statistics referenced are seasonally adjusted; statistics are on a balance of payments basis unless otherwise specified. Additional statistics, including not seasonally adjusted statistics and details for goods on a Census basis, are available in exhibits 1-20b of this release. For information on data sources, definitions, and revision procedures, see the explanatory notes in this release. The full release can be found at www.census.gov/foreign-trade/Press-Release/current_press_release/index.html or www.bea.gov/data/intl-trade-investment/international-trade-goods-and-services . The full schedule is available in the Census Bureau's Economic Briefing Room at www.census.gov/economic-indicators/ or on BEA's website at www.bea.gov/news/schedule .

Next release: June 6, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. EDT U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, April 2024

Upcoming Updates to Goods and Services

With the releases of the “U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services” report (FT-900) and the FT-900 Annual Revision on June 6, 2024, statistics on trade in goods, on both a Census basis and a balance of payments (BOP) basis, and statistics on trade in services will be revised beginning with 2019. The revised statistics for goods on a BOP basis and for services will also be included in the “U.S. International Transactions, 1st Quarter 2024 and Annual Update” report and in the international transactions interactive database , both to be released by BEA on June 20, 2024.

Revised statistics on trade in goods will reflect:

• Corrections and adjustments to previously published not seasonally adjusted statistics for goods on a Census basis.
• End-use reclassifications of several commodities.
• Recalculated seasonal and trading-day adjustments.
• Newly available and revised source data on BOP adjustments, which are adjustments that BEA applies to goods on a Census basis to convert them to a BOP basis. See the "Goods (balance of payments basis)" section in the explanatory notes for more information.

Revised statistics on trade in services will reflect:

• An improved estimation method for transport services.
• Newly available and revised source data, primarily from BEA surveys of international services.
• Recalculated seasonal adjustments.
• Revised temporal distributions of quarterly source data to monthly statistics. See the "Services" section in the explanatory notes for more information.

For more information, see “ Preview of the 2024 Annual Update of the International Economic Accounts ” in the Survey of Current Business .

If you have questions or need additional information, please contact the Census Bureau, Economic Indicators Division, International Trade Macro Analysis Branch, on (800) 549-0595, option 4, or at [email protected] or BEA, Balance of Payments Division, at [email protected] .

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• Goods Data Inquiries U.S. Census Bureau, Economic Indicators Division 301-763-2311 [email protected]
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Explanatory Notes

Goods (Census basis)

Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and U.S. Foreign Trade Zones. They include government and non-government shipments of goods and exclude shipments between the United States and its territories and possessions; transactions with U.S. military, diplomatic, and consular installations abroad; U.S. goods returned to the United States by its Armed Forces; personal and household effects of travelers; and in-transit shipments. The General Imports value reflects the total arrival of merchandise from foreign countries that immediately enters consumption channels, warehouses, or Foreign Trade Zones.

For imports, the value reported is the CBP-appraised value of merchandise—generally, the price paid for merchandise for export to the United States. Import duties, freight, insurance, and other charges incurred in bringing merchandise to the United States are excluded. The exception is exhibit 17a, which shows CIF import value. The CIF (cost, insurance, and freight) value represents the landed value of the merchandise at the first port of arrival in the United States. It is computed by adding import charges to the customs value and therefore excludes U.S. import duties.

Exports are valued at the f.a.s. (free alongside ship) value of merchandise at the U.S. port of export, based on the transaction price including inland freight, insurance, and other charges incurred in placing the merchandise alongside the carrier at the U.S. port of exportation.

Revision procedure (Census basis)

Monthly revisions: Monthly data include actual month's transactions as well as a small number of transactions for previous months. Each month, the U.S. Census Bureau revises the aggregate seasonally adjusted (nominal and real, or chained-dollar) and unadjusted export, import, and trade balance figures, as well as the end-use totals for the prior month. Country detail data and commodity detail data, based on the Standard International Trade Classification (SITC) Revision 4 and the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), are not revised monthly. The timing adjustment shown in exhibit 14 is the difference between monthly data as originally reported and as recompiled.

For February 2024, unadjusted exports of goods were revised down $0.2 billion and unadjusted imports of goods were revised down less than $0.1 billion. Goods carry-over in March 2024 was $0.1 billion (0.1 percent) for exports and less than $0.1 billion (less than 0.1 percent) for imports. For February 2024, revised export carry-over was less than $0.1 billion (less than 0.1 percent) and revised import carry-over was less than $0.1 billion (less than 0.1 percent).

Quarterly revisions to chain-weighted dollar series: For March, June, September, and December statistical month releases, revisions are made to the real, or chained-dollar, series presented in exhibits 10 and 11: the previous five months are revised to incorporate the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' (BLS) revisions to price indexes, which are used to produce the real series and to align Census data with data published by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) in the national income and product accounts (NIPAs).

Annual revisions: Each June, not seasonally adjusted goods data are revised to redistribute monthly data that arrived too late for inclusion in the month of transaction. In addition, revisions are made to reflect corrections received subsequent to the monthly revisions. Seasonally adjusted data are also revised to reflect recalculated seasonal and trading-day adjustments. These revisions are reflected in totals, end-use, commodity, and country summary data.

Other revisions: For December and January statistical month releases, each prior month of the most recent full year is revised so that the totals of the seasonally adjusted months equal the annual totals.

Data for U.S. exports to Canada are derived from import data compiled by Canada. The use of Canada's import data to produce U.S. export data requires several alignments in order to compare the two series.

• Coverage - Canadian imports are based on country of origin. U.S. goods shipped from a third country are included. U.S. exports exclude these foreign shipments. For March 2024, these shipments totaled $311.4 million. U.S. export coverage also excludes U.S. postal shipments to Canada. For March 2024, these shipments totaled $39.9 million. U.S. import coverage includes shipments of railcars and locomotives from Canada. Effective with January 2004 statistics, Canada excludes these shipments from its goods exports to the United States, therefore creating coverage differences between the two countries for these goods.
• Valuation - Canadian imports are valued at the point of origin in the United States. However, U.S. exports are valued at the port of exit in the United States and include inland freight charges, making the U.S. export value slightly larger than the Canadian import value. Canada requires inland freight to be reported separately from the value of the goods. Combining the inland freight and the Canadian reported import value provides a consistent valuation for all U.S. exports. Inland freight charges for March 2024 accounted for 1.6 percent of the value of U.S. exports to Canada.
• Re-exports - Unlike Canadian imports, which are based on country of origin, U.S. exports include re-exports of foreign goods. Therefore, the aggregate U.S. export figure is slightly larger than the Canadian import figure. For March 2024, re-exports to Canada were $5,430.3 million.
• Exchange Rate - Average monthly exchange rates are applied to convert the published data to U.S. currency. For March 2024, the average exchange rate was 1.3536 Canadian dollars per U.S. dollar.
• Other - There are other minor differences, such as rounding error, that are statistically insignificant.

Canadian estimates: Effective with January 2001 statistics, the current month data for exports to Canada contain an estimate for late arrivals and corrections. In the following month, this estimate is replaced, in the news release exhibits only, with the actual value of late receipts and corrections. This estimate improves the current month data for exports to Canada and treats late receipts for exports to Canada in a manner that is more consistent with the treatment of late receipts for exports to other countries.

Nonsampling errors

The goods data are a complete enumeration of documents collected by CBP and are not subject to sampling errors. Quality assurance procedures are performed at every stage of collection, processing, and tabulation. However, the data are still subject to several types of nonsampling errors. The most significant of these include reporting errors, undocumented shipments, timeliness, data capture errors, and errors in the estimation of low-valued transactions.

Reporting errors: Reporting errors are mistakes or omissions made by importers, exporters, or their agents in their import or export declarations. Most errors involve missing or invalid commodity classification codes and missing or incorrect quantities or shipping weights. They have a negligible effect on aggregate import, export, and balance of trade statistics. However, they can affect the detailed commodity statistics.

Undocumented shipments: Federal regulations require importers, exporters, or their agents to report all merchandise shipments above established exemption levels. The Census Bureau has determined that not all required documents are filed, particularly for exports.

Timeliness and data capture errors: The Census Bureau captures import and export information from administrative documents and through various automated collection programs. Documents may be lost, and data may be incorrectly keyed, coded, or recorded. Transactions may be included in a subsequent month's statistics if received late.

Low-valued transactions: The total values of transactions valued as much as or below $2,500 for exports and $2,000 ($250 for certain quota items) for imports are estimated for each country, using factors based on the ratios of low-valued shipments to individual country totals for past periods.

The Census Bureau recommends that data users incorporate this information into their analyses, as nonsampling errors could impact the conclusion drawn from the results. See " U.S. Merchandise Trade Statistics: A Quality Profile " (October 2014) for a detailed discussion of errors affecting the goods data.

Area groupings

North America: Canada, Mexico.

Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR): Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua.

Europe: Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Svalbard-Jan Mayen Island, Sweden, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan, Vatican City.

European Union: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.

Euro Area: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain.

Pacific Rim: Australia, Brunei, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (South), Macau, Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan.

South/Central America: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curacao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), French Guiana, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Martinique, Montserrat, Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Sint Maarten, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uruguay, Venezuela.

Africa: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, British Indian Ocean Territories, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (Kinshasa), Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, French Southern and Antarctic Lands, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Reunion, Rwanda, St. Helena, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Adjustments for seasonal and trading-day variations

Goods are initially classified under the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System (Harmonized System), which is an internationally accepted standard for the commodity classification of traded goods. The Harmonized System describes and measures the characteristics of the goods and is the basis for the systems used in the United States: Schedule B for exports and Harmonized Tariff Schedule for imports. Combining trade into approximately 140 export and 140 import end-use categories makes it possible to examine goods according to their principal uses (see exhibits 7 and 8). These categories are used as the basis for computing the seasonal and trading-day adjusted data. These adjusted data are then summed to the six end-use aggregates for publication (see exhibit 6). The Census Bureau provides these data to BEA for use in the NIPAs and in the U.S international transactions accounts (balance of payments accounts).

Exhibit 19 shows goods (Census basis) that are seasonally adjusted for selected countries and world areas. Unlike the commodity-based adjustments discussed above, these adjustments are developed and applied directly at the country and world area levels. For total exports and imports, data users should refer to the commodity-based totals shown in the other exhibits. The seasonally adjusted country and world area data will not sum to the seasonally adjusted commodity-based totals because the seasonally adjusted country and world area data and the commodity-based totals are derived from different aggregations of the export and import data and from different seasonal adjustment models. Data users should use caution drawing comparisons between the two sets of seasonally adjusted series.

The seasonal adjustment procedure (X-13ARIMA-SEATS) is based on a model that estimates the monthly movements as percentages above or below the general level of series (unlike other methods that redistribute the actual series values over the calendar year). Because the data series for aircraft is highly variable, users studying data trends may wish to analyze trade in aircraft separately from other trade.

Adjustments for price change

Data adjusted for seasonal variation on a real, or chained-dollar, basis (2017 reference year) are presented in exhibits 10 and 11. This adjustment for price change is done using the Fisher chain-weighted methodology. The deflators are primarily based on the monthly price indexes published by the BLS using techniques developed for the NIPAs by BEA.

Principal commodities

Goods data appearing in exhibit 15 are classified in terms of the SITC Revision 4, with the exception of agricultural and manufactured goods. Agricultural goods are defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) based on World Trade Organization guidance; they consist of non-fishery food products, raw fibers, feeds, and derivatives. Manufactured goods conform to the NAICS; they consist of goods that have been mechanically, physically, or chemically transformed. USDA agricultural goods and NAICS manufactured goods are not mutually exclusive categories.

Re-exports are foreign merchandise entering the country as imports and then exported in substantially the same condition as when imported. Re-exports, which are included in overall export totals, appear as separate line items in exhibit 15.

Advanced technology products

About 500 of some 22,000 Schedule B and Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification codes used in reporting U.S. merchandise trade are identified as "advanced technology" codes, and they meet the following criteria:

• The code contains products whose technology is from a recognized high technology field (e.g., biotechnology).
• These products represent leading edge technology in that field.
• Such products constitute a significant part of all items covered in the selected classification code.

The aggregation of the goods results in a measure of advanced technology trade that appears in exhibits 16 and 16a. This product- and commodity-based measure of advanced technology differs from broader NAICS-based measures, which include all goods produced by a particular industry group, regardless of the level of technology embodied in the goods.

Goods trade in the Advance Economic Indicators Report

In addition to the U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services report (FT-900), which is released jointly with BEA, the Census Bureau also releases advance statistics on international trade in goods, along with advance estimates on retail and wholesale inventories, in the Advance Economic Indicators Report ( Advance Report ). Trade statistics in the Advance Report, released on average 24 to 26 calendar days after the end of the reference month, reflect nearly complete coverage of goods trade, while statistics in the FT-900, released on average 34 to 36 calendar days after the end of the reference month, reflect complete coverage.

The Advance Report contains advance statistics for goods trade on a Census basis by principal end-use category, thus providing users an earlier high-level snapshot of U.S. international trade for the featured month. Commodity and country details and statistics for goods trade on a balance of payments (BOP) basis and for services trade are released several days later in the FT-900. See the Advance Report Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

The FT-900 is the primary source for the goods trade data used in BEA's quarterly gross domestic product (GDP) statistics. However, for the advance GDP estimate, FT-900 data for the third month are not yet available, so BEA uses data from the Advance Report. Because only goods trade on a Census basis by principal end-use category is available in the Advance Report, BEA applies adjustments, such as BOP and coverage adjustments, to the Advance Report statistics to produce detailed estimates for incorporation into the advance GDP estimate. See the "Key Source Data and Assumptions" table that accompanies each GDP release for more information.

Goods (BOP basis) and services

Quarterly and annual statistics for goods on a BOP basis and for services are included in the U.S. international transactions accounts (ITAs), which are published by BEA in news releases in March, June, September, and December and in the Survey of Current Business in January, April, July, and October. The next release of the ITAs is scheduled for June 20, 2024.

In addition, BEA releases detailed monthly and quarterly goods statistics , which consist of statistics on trade in goods by end-use category and commodity on both a Census basis and a BOP basis, and detailed annual services statistics , which consist of statistics on trade in services and on services supplied through affiliates of multinational enterprises. The services statistics provide detail on U.S. trade in services by type and by country and area and detail on services supplied through affiliates by industry and by country and area.

Goods (BOP basis)

Goods on a Census basis are adjusted by BEA to a BOP basis to align the data with the concepts and definitions used to prepare the international and national economic accounts. These adjustments, which are applied separately to exports and imports, are necessary to supplement coverage of the Census data, to eliminate duplication of transactions recorded elsewhere in the international accounts, and to value transactions at market prices. They include both additions to and deductions from goods on a Census basis and are presented in this release as net adjustments . Adjustments that exhibit significant seasonal patterns are seasonally adjusted. BEA also publishes more detailed quarterly and annual statistics for net adjustments in ITA Table 2.4. U.S. International Trade in Goods, Balance of Payments Adjustments .

The export adjustments include:

Gold exports, nonmonetary - This addition is made for gold that is purchased by foreign official agencies from private dealers in the United States and held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The Census data only include gold that leaves the U.S. customs territory.

Goods procured in U.S. ports by foreign carriers - This addition is made for foreign air and ocean carriers' fuel purchases in U.S. ports.

Net exports of goods under merchanting - This addition is made to include the net value of the purchase and subsequent resale of goods abroad without the goods entering the United States. Because these goods do not cross the U.S. customs frontier, their value is not recorded in the Census data.

Other adjustments to exports include:

Deductions for equipment repairs (parts and labor), developed motion picture film, military grant-aid, and, for periods prior to 2010, goods identified in the Census data as exports under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. Additions for sales of fish caught in U.S. territorial waters, exports of electric energy to Mexico, private gift parcels, military goods transferred through grants, vessels and oil rigs for which ownership changes, valuation of software exports at market value, low-value (below reporting threshold) transactions for 1999–2009 to phase in a revised Census Bureau low-value methodology that was implemented for goods on a Census basis beginning with statistics for 2010, and, for periods prior to 2010, FMS goods exports reported to BEA by the U.S. Department of Defense.

The import adjustments include:

Gold imports, nonmonetary - This addition is made for gold sold by foreign official agencies to private purchasers out of stock held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The Census data only include gold that enters the U.S. customs territory.

Goods procured in foreign ports by U.S. carriers - This addition is made for U.S. air and ocean carriers' fuel purchases in foreign ports.

Imports by U.S. military agencies - This addition is made for purchases of goods abroad by U.S. military agencies, which are reported to BEA by the Department of Defense. The Census data only include imports of goods by U.S. military agencies that enter the U.S. customs territory.

Inland freight in Canada and Mexico - This addition is made for inland freight in Canada and Mexico. Imports of goods from all countries should be valued at the customs value—the value at the foreign port of export including inland freight charges. For imports from Canada and Mexico, this should be the cost of the goods at the U.S. border. However, the customs value for imports for certain Canadian and Mexican goods is the point of origin in Canada or Mexico. BEA makes an addition for the inland freight charges of transporting these goods to the U.S. border to make the value comparable to the customs value reported for imports from other countries.

Other adjustments to imports include:

Deductions for equipment repairs (parts and labor), repairs to U.S. vessels abroad, and developed motion picture film. Additions for non-reported imports of locomotives and railcars from Canada and Mexico, non-reported imports of aircraft, imports of electric energy from Mexico, conversion of vessels for commercial use, valuation of software imports at market value, and low-value (below reporting threshold) transactions for 1999–2009 to phase in a revised Census Bureau low-value methodology that was implemented for goods on a Census basis beginning with statistics for 2010.

The services statistics cover transactions between foreign countries and the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and other U.S. territories and possessions. Transactions with U.S. military, diplomatic, and consular installations abroad are excluded because these installations are considered to be part of the U.S. economy.

Services statistics are based on quarterly, annual, and benchmark surveys and information obtained from monthly government and private sector reports. For categories for which monthly data are not available, monthly statistics are derived from quarterly statistics through temporal distribution, or interpolation. The interpolation methodology used by BEA is the modified Denton proportional first difference method. This method preserves the pattern of the monthly indicator series, if available, while satisfying the annual aggregation constraints. See " An Empirical Review of Methods for Temporal Distribution and Interpolation in the National Accounts " (May 2008) for more information. Services are seasonally adjusted when statistically significant seasonal patterns are present.

Services are shown in eleven broad categories. The following is a brief description of the types of services included in each category:

Maintenance and repair services n.i.e. (not included elsewhere) - Consists of maintenance and repair services performed by residents of one country on goods that are owned by residents of another country. The repairs may be performed at the site of the repair facility or elsewhere. Excludes such services in which the cost is included in the price of the goods and is not billed separately or is declared as a part of the price of the goods on the import or export declaration filed with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Maintenance and repair of computers are included under computer services, and some maintenance and repair of ships, aircraft, and other transport equipment are included under transport. Construction maintenance and repair are included under construction.

Transport - Consists of transactions associated with moving people and freight from one location to another and includes related supporting and auxiliary services. Transport covers all modes of transportation, including air, sea, rail, road, space, and pipeline. Postal and courier services and port services, which cover cargo handling, storage and warehousing, and other related transport services, are also included.

Travel (for all purposes including education) - Includes goods and services acquired by nonresidents while abroad. A traveler is defined as a person who stays, or intends to stay, for less than one year in a country of which he or she is not a resident or as a nonresident whose purpose is to obtain education or medical treatment, no matter how long the stay. Purchases can be either for own use or for gifts to others. Travel is a transactor-based component that covers a variety of goods and services, primarily lodging, meals, transportation in the country of travel, amusement, entertainment, and gifts. Travel excludes air passenger services for travel between countries, which are included in transport, and goods for resale, which are included in goods.

Travel includes business and personal travel. Business travel covers goods and services acquired for use by persons whose primary purpose for travel is for business (including goods and services for which business travelers are reimbursed by employers). Business travel also includes expenditures by border, seasonal, and other short-term workers in their economy of employment. Personal travel covers travel for all non-business purposes, including for medical or educational purposes.

Construction - Consists of the services provided to create, renovate, repair, or extend buildings, land improvements, and civil engineering constructions, such as roads and bridges. Additionally, in concept, inputs purchased by foreign construction contractors for projects in the United States are included in construction exports, and inputs purchased abroad by U.S. construction contractors are included in construction imports. However, in practice, data are not available to estimate inputs purchased by foreign contractors for projects in the United States, so BEA statistics on construction exports do not include this component.

Insurance services - Includes the direct insurance services of providing life insurance and annuities, non-life (property and casualty) insurance, reinsurance, freight insurance, and auxiliary insurance services. Insurance is measured as gross premiums earned plus premium supplements less claims payable, with an adjustment for claims volatility. Premium supplements represent investment income from insurance reserves, which are attributed to policyholders who are treated as paying the income back to the insurer. Auxiliary insurance services include agents' commissions, brokerage services, insurance consulting services, actuarial services, and other insurance services.

Financial services - Includes financial intermediary and auxiliary services, except insurance services. These services include those normally provided by banks and other financial institutions, such as securities brokerage and underwriting, financial management, financial advisory, and custody services; credit card and other credit-related services; and securities lending, electronic funds transfer, and other services. Financial services include services for which an explicit commission or fee is charged as well as implicit charges, such as (1) implicit fees for bond transactions, measured as the difference between bid and ask prices; (2) margins on buying and selling transactions (called market-making services); and (3) margins between interest payable and the reference rate on loans and deposits (called financial intermediation service charges indirectly measured, abbreviated as FISIM).

Charges for the use of intellectual property n.i.e. - Includes (1) charges for the use of proprietary rights, such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, and franchises, and (2) charges for licenses to reproduce and/or distribute intellectual property embodied in produced originals (such as copyrights on books and manuscripts, computer software, cinematographic works, and sound recordings) and related rights (such as for live performances and television, cable, or satellite broadcast). Charges for end-user rights to use general-use computer software and outright sales of customized computer software are included under computer services. Charges for end-user rights to use audiovisual content, such as film, television programming, and sound recordings, as well as outright sales of audiovisual originals, are included under audiovisual services, a component of personal, cultural, and recreational services.

Telecommunications, computer, and information services - Telecommunications services include the broadcast or transmission of sound, images, data, or other information by electronic means. These services do not include the value of the information transmitted. Computer services consist of hardware- and software-related services and data processing services. Sales of customized software and related use licenses, as well as licenses to use non-customized software with a periodic license fee, are also included, as is software downloaded or otherwise electronically delivered. Cross-border transactions in non-customized packaged software with a license for perpetual use are included in goods. Information services include news agency services, database services, and web search portals.

Other business services - Consists of research and development services, professional and management consulting services, and technical, trade-related, and other business services. Research and development services include services associated with basic and applied research and experimental development of new products and processes as well as outright sales of the outcomes of research and development (such as patents, copyrights, and information about industrial processes). Professional and management consulting services include legal services, accounting, management consulting, managerial services, public relations services, advertising, and market research. Amounts received by a parent company from its affiliates for general overhead expenses related to these services are included. Technical, trade-related, and other business services include architectural and engineering, waste treatment, operational leasing, trade-related, and other business services.

Personal, cultural, and recreational services - Consists of the following three subcategories: (1) audiovisual services, which covers production of audiovisual content, end-user rights to use audiovisual content, and outright sales and purchases of audiovisual originals; (2) artistic-related services, which includes the services provided by performing artists, authors, composers, and other visual artists; set, costume, and lighting design; presentation and promotion of performing arts and other live entertainment events; and fees to artists and athletes for performances, sporting events, and similar events; and (3) other personal, cultural, and recreational services, which includes services such as education services delivered online, remotely provided telemedicine services, and services associated with museum and other cultural, sporting gambling, and recreational activities, except those acquired by customers traveling outside their country of residence.

Government goods and services n.i.e. - Includes goods and services supplied by and to enclaves, such as embassies, military bases, and international organizations; goods and services acquired from the host economy by diplomats, consular staff, and military personnel located abroad and their dependents; and goods and services supplied by and to governments that are not included in other goods and services categories. Goods and services supplied by and to governments are classified to specific goods and services categories when source data permit.

Goods (BOP basis) and services by country and area

Monthly country and area detail is not available for goods on a BOP basis or for services. However, quarterly statistics on goods on a BOP basis and on services that are seasonally adjusted by geography are shown in exhibit 20. Unlike the seasonal adjustments by commodity and by service type that are applied to the global totals, these adjustments are developed and applied directly at the country and world area levels. For total exports and imports, data users should refer to the by-commodity and by-service type totals shown in the other exhibits. The seasonally adjusted country and world area data will not sum to the seasonally adjusted by-commodity and by-service type totals because the two sets of statistics are derived from different aggregations of the export and import data and from different seasonal adjustment models. Data users should use caution drawing comparisons between the two sets of seasonally adjusted series.

The definitions of the world areas shown in exhibit 20 are consistent with the definitions for goods on a Census basis (see Area groupings above) with a few exceptions. For services, CAFTA-DR is not available because trade with this area currently is not reviewed for seasonality. For goods on a BOP basis and for services, European Union reflects the composition of the areas at the time of reporting.

Revision procedure (goods on a BOP basis and services)

Monthly revisions : Each month, a preliminary estimate for the current month and a revised estimate for the immediately preceding month are released. After the initial revision, no further revisions are made to a month until more complete source data become available in March, June, September, and December.

Quarterly revisions : The releases in March, June, September, and December contain revised estimates for the previous six months to incorporate more comprehensive and updated source data.

Annual revisions : Each June, historical data are revised to incorporate newly available and revised source data, changes in definitions and classifications, and changes in estimation methods. Seasonally adjusted data are also revised to reflect recalculated seasonal and trading-day adjustments.

Other revisions : The release for December statistical month contains revisions to goods for January through November of the most recent year; the release for January statistical month contains revisions to both goods and services for all months of the most recent year. These revisions result from forcing the seasonally adjusted months to equal the annual totals.

Data availability

The FT-900 and the FT-900 Supplement are available at www.census.gov/ft900 or www.bea.gov/data/intl-trade-investment/international-trade-goods-and-services .

Census Bureau's application programming interface (API): The Census Bureau's API, available at www.census.gov/developers , lets developers create custom apps to reach new users and makes key demographic, socio-economic, and housing statistics more accessible than ever before.

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