Africazine:
Morocco is set to enhance its customs operations through a new artificial intelligence strategy.
The customs administration, ADII, is developing a roadmap for AI implementation, emphasizing a gradual approach to minimize risks. This strategy aligns with the ADII’s 2024-2028 plan, which identifies AI as crucial for modernizing operations, including fraud detection and data analysis.
Morocco’s ADII Embraces AI for Customs Modernization
The ADII is prioritizing the development of an artificial intelligence strategy to improve its customs processes. This initiative is part of a broader strategic plan that spans from 2024 to 2028, aiming to leverage AI for operational enhancements. Key areas of focus include scanner image interpretation and predictive analytics to bolster fraud detection capabilities.
In 2025, the ADII initiated a project in collaboration with the World Customs Organization and Switzerland’s State Secretariat for Economic Affairs. This project aims to utilize AI for risk analysis, building on the digital innovation lab established by the ADII in 2022.
Morocco: Key figures on AI Strategy
- 2024-2028 strategic plan
- 2025 project with the World Customs Organization
- 62 AI models in China’s customs system
- DAISY system in Singapore launched in 2025
- Smuggling detection made up to 16 times more precise
- Analysis time reduced from 20 minutes to under two
Priority Use Cases for AI in Customs
The ADII is considering several priority use cases for AI, including tariff classification, document understanding, and anomaly detection. Additionally, the integration of blockchain technology is being explored to enhance digital trust within customs operations. The strategy will first assess the current data maturity and organizational readiness of the ADII.
International examples, such as China and Singapore, provide insights into the potential of advanced AI adoption in customs. These countries have demonstrated significant improvements in efficiency and accuracy through their respective AI systems.
Next Steps for Morocco’s AI Implementation
- Conduct an assessment of current data maturity
- Evaluate organizational readiness for AI integration
- Implement targeted, high-impact AI projects
Morocco is taking significant steps towards modernizing its customs operations with a strategic AI roadmap.
