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Mozambique visas

Mozambique visa on arrival

Eligible travellers can obtain a visa at any border post for a stay of up to 30 days.

Ways to get a Mozambique visa on arrival

  1. Standard visa on arrival

    Visa on arrival

    Travellers from countries that are not visa-exempt can generally apply, except citizens of Bangladesh, Eritrea, India, Pakistan, Somalia and Sri Lanka.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.
    Valid for
    30 days.
    Entries
    Single entry.
    Fee
    USD 50.
    1. Bring the required passport and supporting documents.
    2. Apply at a border post on arrival and pay USD 50.

  2. Rovuma Basin Project exception

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens of Bangladesh, Eritrea, India, Pakistan, Somalia and Sri Lanka travelling for the Rovuma Basin Project can obtain a visa on arrival with printed confirmation of approval before departure.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.
    Valid for
    30 days.
    Entries
    Single entry.
    Fee
    USD 50.
    1. Obtain confirmation from the Immigration Authority (SENAMI) headquarters in Maputo that your visa has been approved before departure.
    2. Print the confirmation.
    3. Present it with the required visa-on-arrival documents when you arrive.

Who needs it

Travellers who are not visa-exempt can generally use this option, subject to passport restrictions.

Who doesn't

Visa-exempt travellers do not need this visa for stays within their visa-free allowance.

How to apply

  1. Bring the required passport and supporting documents.
  2. Apply at a border post on arrival and pay USD 50.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months on arrival.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of enough money for your stay.
  • Proof of the purpose of your visit.

Good to know

  • Stay no longer than 30 days.
  • Citizens of Bangladesh, Eritrea, India, Pakistan, Somalia and Sri Lanka cannot normally obtain a visa on arrival.
  • Some visitors returning from Eswatini or South Africa have reported a second entry within the 30-day validity. The visa itself states single entry.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Mozambique?

Travellers who are not visa-exempt can generally use this option, subject to passport restrictions. Visa-exempt travellers do not need this visa for stays within their visa-free allowance.

What are the ways to get a visa on arrival for Mozambique?

There are 2 options: Standard visa on arrival (a visa at the border); Rovuma Basin Project exception (a visa at the border).

How long can I stay on a Mozambique visa on arrival?

Up to 30 days.

How much does a Mozambique visa on arrival cost?

USD 50.

How long is a Mozambique visa on arrival valid?

30 days. Entries: Single entry..

What documents do I need for a Mozambique visa on arrival?

Passport valid for at least 6 months on arrival.; Return or onward ticket.; Proof of enough money for your stay.; Proof of the purpose of your visit..

How do I apply for a Mozambique visa on arrival?

1. 1. Bring the required passport and supporting documents. 2. 2. Apply at a border post on arrival and pay USD 50.

What rules do I have to follow on a Mozambique visa on arrival?

Stay no longer than 30 days.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival for Mozambique?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Mozambique visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a visa on arrival for Mozambique be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

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