03/04/2008
Morocco's' National Police Service (DGSN) presented the first biometric passports on Tuesday (April 1st) in Rabat. The new passports are thought to be more secure and will replace four personal documents: birth certificate, proof of residency, nationality card, and life certificate. The new IDs will gradually replace the old documents by 2012. The DGSN plans to open 110 centres throughout the country to process applications for the new passports. Those living in remote areas will be able to file their applications at the nearest police station.