Nador is a coastal city located in the northeastern Rif region of Morocco. It serves as the provincial capital of Nador Province, which has a population exceeding 600,000 inhabitants. The city itself has a population of approximately 158,202.
The city holds significant regional importance as the second largest urban center in the Oriental Region, following Oujda. Additionally, Nador is recognized as the largest predominantly Riffian city in Morocco.