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Moroccans lead beneficiaries of Spain's mass migrant regularization

Monday 02 February 2026 - 08:50
Moroccans lead beneficiaries of Spain's mass migrant regularization
By: Dakir Madiha
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Spain's government has launched an exceptional regularization process targeting over 500,000 undocumented migrants, marking one of the largest such initiatives in recent years. This move is expected to benefit a substantial number of Moroccans, who form the largest foreign community in the country, both in terms of legal residents and those without papers.​

The program focuses on migrants who meet residency or employment criteria or have integrated into Spain's social and economic fabric over recent years. It reflects a pragmatic shift in immigration policy aimed at formalizing migrant contributions amid labor shortages in key sectors like agriculture, construction, and services.​

Moroccans stand out due to their prominent presence in these areas, positioning them at the forefront of potential beneficiaries. Observers note that the measure will enhance living conditions for thousands of Moroccan families by granting access to basic social rights and reducing reliance on the informal economy.​

This regularization strengthens Spain's official economic cycle by channeling migrant labor into regulated frameworks, addressing workforce gaps while promoting social stability over exclusion.​



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