Morocco, first North African country in the Global Citizenship 2025 ranking
According to the results of the Global Citizenship 2025 Report published by CS Global Partners, Morocco ranks 100th out of 165 countries worldwide. With a score of 50.5 out of 100 points, it is the leader in the North African region ahead of Tunisia (103), Algeria (105), Egypt (106) and Libya (125).
This Global Citizenship Report is based on five key indicators: quality of life; safety and stability; economic opportunities; freedom of movement; and financial freedom.
- Leader among North African countries
- The top 20 countries in the ranking
- Economic resilience and opportunities
Leader among North African countries
Morocco tops the list of North African countries in the World Citizenship Ranking (WCR), with results that vary significantly across the different indicators measured in the report.
The country scored 52.7 points in the security and stability category, ranking 102nd globally, reflecting ongoing concerns about geopolitical and regional tensions affecting both citizens and investors.
In terms of quality of life, which includes healthcare, education and environmental services, Morocco ranks 95th with a score of 62.2 points. This ranking reflects that the country has not yet met the expectations of wealthy individuals and those seeking alternative citizenship with high social benefits.
The Alawite Kingdom performed relatively better in terms of economic opportunities, ranking 59th with a score of 56.1. The country benefits from its industrial appeal in the automotive and renewable energy sectors.
However, the report notes that bureaucratic obstacles and weak financial infrastructure continue to limit Morocco's aspirations as a regional economic hub.
On the other hand, Morocco's ranking in terms of freedom of movement is worrying. The country ranks 90th globally, with only 29.9 points, reflecting the limited power of the Moroccan passport. This weakness reduces Morocco's attractiveness to investors seeking global mobility.
In terms of financial freedom, Morocco scored 46.9 points to rank 89th. The country continues to face challenges related to taxation, restrictions on capital flows and low administrative digitisation.
The top 20 countries in the ranking
In the ranking of the best countries that perfectly meet the criteria of Global Citizenship, Switzerland topped the list with 85.0 points, thanks to its political neutrality, economic stability and high quality of life.
Meanwhile, countries such as China and India showed progress in economic opportunities, but this did not significantly impact their overall rankings due to weaknesses in transparency and the rule of law.
Switzerland, Denmark and Australia are the top three, followed by Norway, Germany, Japan, Iceland, Ireland, Finland and the Netherlands. Luxembourg, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Austria, Liechtenstein, Hong Kong (SAR of China), Singapore, South Korea, the United States and New Zealand are among the 20 countries ranked highest in the WCR.
Other countries with good results are Indonesia, Vietnam and Malaysia, which have benefited from regional trade integration, demographic strength and increased foreign direct investment.
Economic resilience and opportunities
Compared to recent years, 2025 marks a turning point towards greater economic resilience, even as geopolitical tensions, conflict-induced disruptions and political uncertainty remain in the background.
With global GDP estimated at 3.1% this year, thanks not only to advanced economies but also to large and dynamic emerging markets, global change has been reflected in the WCR, where China ranks first in terms of economic opportunities.
China faces ongoing challenges in its transition from an investment- and export-driven growth model to a more sustainable, consumption-driven economy. However, its economic resilience is underpinned by a rebound in industrial production, increased state investment in infrastructure and the expansion of green technology exports.
In addition to China, this year's ranking also highlights the growing importance of the BRICS economic bloc. With the official addition of the United Arab Emirates to the BRICS group in 2024, the bloc is becoming a more coordinated alternative to traditional Western-led institutions.
For its part, the United States, ranked second, continues to demonstrate economic adaptability and resilience despite high interest rates, a robust labour market coupled with consumer resilience, and leadership in high-growth sectors such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology and clean energy.
In third place, India continues to lead the world's fastest-growing major economies, reaching 6.4% in 2024. Its booming digital economy, increased investment in infrastructure and commitment to entrepreneurship reinforce its long-term appeal to investors and business leaders.
