Mozambique
General visa requirements for travelling to Mozambique. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Tourist visa (SADC Visa-Free (4 countries))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Citizens of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Tanzania can visit for up to 90 days without a visa.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Tanzania can visit for up to 90 days without a visa.
Eligible countries: Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, United Republic of
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for stay
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or invitation letter; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Tourist visa (SADC Visa-Free (11 countries))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
SADC countries: Angola, Comoros, Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Seychelles, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Eligibility
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Nationality
SADC countries: Angola, Comoros, Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Seychelles, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Eligible countries: Angola, Comoros, Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Seychelles, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for stay
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or invitation letter; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Tourist visa (Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) - Tourist)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 48 hours (apply at least 48 hours before travel)
- Fee
- $48 USD
- Validity
- 30 days
- Entry
- Single entry
The 29 ETA countries are: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Switzerland, UAE, Israel, Japan, Russia, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, Norway, Sweden, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Côte d'Ivoire, Finland, Ireland, Ghana, Senegal, Indonesia, Singapore, Germany, France, Italy, Portugal, China, and Ukraine. New ETA platform launched February 11, 2026.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of 29 countries can visit Mozambique visa-free for tourism or business for up to 30 days but must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) online at least 48 hours before travel.
Eligible countries: Belgium, Canada, China, Cote d'Ivoire, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea (Republic of), Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for stay
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or invitation letter; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Apply for ETA online via evisa.gov.mz at least 48 hours before travel. Upload valid passport (6 months validity), proof of accommodation, return/onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds.
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Fee payment
Pay the ETA processing fee of $48 USD online.
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Processing wait
Wait for ETA approval (typically within 48 hours).
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Visa collection
Present approved ETA and supporting documents at Mozambique border.
Tourist visa (Visa on Arrival)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa on arrival
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- On arrival
- Fee
- $50 USD
- Validity
- 30 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Available at all international airports and most land borders. Valid for 30 days, single entry.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of countries not visa-exempt can obtain a visa on arrival at international airports and most land borders for tourism purposes.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for stay
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or invitation letter; Must cover full stay: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Visa collection
Arrive at Mozambique international airport or land border with valid passport (6 months validity, 2 blank pages), confirmed return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and proof of sufficient funds. Present documents and answer questions at immigration counter. Pay $50 USD fee in cash. Receive visa stamp and enter Mozambique.
Tourist visa (Tourist e-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- About 5 business days
- Fee
- $190 USD
- Validity
- 30, 60 or 90 day stay; visa validity is usually 2 months from issue
- Entry
- Single entry
Use the official Mozambique eVisa portal for nationalities that are not visa-free or covered by the ETA route. The tourist eVisa can cover 30, 60 or 90 day stays.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All nationalities can apply for a Mozambique e-Visa online for tourism purposes through the official government portal.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Passport-style photograph
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Proof of funds
Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for stay
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or invitation letter; Must cover full stay: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online application at evisa.gov.mz. Upload scanned copy of passport (bio-data page), passport-style photograph, proof of accommodation booking, return/onward flight ticket, and proof of sufficient funds.
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Document submission
Upload all required documents to the e-visa platform.
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Fee payment
Pay the e-visa application fee of $190 USD online.
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Processing wait
Wait for e-visa processing. The official FAQ says this is usually about 5 business days.
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Visa collection
Receive e-visa approval via email, print and present at border.