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Passports

Passport valid for a minimum of six months beyond intended date of departure required by all.

Visas

Required by all.

Types of visa and cost

Tourist and Business: US$69 (single-entry); US$120 (multiple-entry). Express service: US$86 (single-entry); US$172 (multiple-entry). Same-day express service: US$103 (single-entry); US$189 (multiple-entry). Transit: US$69

Validity

Single-entry: One day to one month from date of entry, renewable to a maximum of three months. Multiple-entry: One to six months from date of issue. Transit: On request.

Application to

Mozambique Embassies, High Commissions, Consulates; or Empresa Nacional de Turismo (see General Info section).

Note

A visa can sometimes be obtained through a contact living in Mozambique or at the airport, although processing is often subject to delay. Apply to nearest High Commission for more information.

Application requirements

(a) Official application form. (b) Two passport-size photos. (c) Valid passport. (d) Return or onward ticket or flight confirmation slip. (e) Evidence of booked hotel/hostel accommodation or sufficient financial means. (f) Fee payable in cash or by cheque (made payable to the Mozambique High Commission). (g) Stamped, self-addressed registered envelope for postal applications. Business: (a)-(g) and, (h) Letter of invitation to Mozambique and/or introduction from an official or business institution.

Working days required

Three. Visas can be processed within 24 hours (express service) or within 90 minutes (same-day express service) for an additional fee.

Temporary residence

Apply to the Embassy or High Commission (see General Info section).
No Test Required
US$20 if destination is outside Africa; US$10 if destination is within Africa. Infants under two years of age and transit passengers are exempt.

Mozambique High Commission in the UK

21 Fitzroy Square, London W1T 6EL, UK
Tel: (020) 7383 3800.
Website: www.mozambiquehc.org.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300; 1400-1600 (consular section).

Embassy of the Republic of Mozambique in the USA

1990 M Street, NW, Suite 570, Washington, DC 20036, USA
Tel: (202) 293 7146/9.
Website: www.embamoc-usa.org

Travelers should be aware of the risks of violent crime, poor road safety standards and minimal health facilities.
Women should not walk alone on the beach anywhere in Mozambique.
Travelers should also be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State

Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel