Mozambique Travel Guide

Mozambique — Passport and Visa Information

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Passports

Country	Passport Required	Visa Required	Return Ticket Required
Other EU	Yes	Yes	Yes
USA	Yes	Yes	Yes
Canadian	Yes	Yes	Yes
Australian	Yes	Yes	Yes
British	Yes	Yes	Yes

Passport valid for a minimum of six months beyond intended date of departure required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visas

Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Important Addresses).

Visa Note

A copy of the return tickets or a copy of the flight confirmation and either hotel/hostel booking confirmation or 1 (one) recent bank statement required when applying for a visa.

Types of Visa and Cost

Tourist and Business: £40 (single-entry); £70 (multiple-entry). Express service: £50 (single-entry); £100 (multiple-entry). Same-day express service: £60 (single-entry); £110 (multiple-entry). Transit: £40.

Validity

Single Entry Visa: allows one entry and stay that can range from a minimum of one day to one month, renewable to a maximum of 90 days, provided that the Visa is still valid at the moment of application.

Multiple Entry Visa: allows more than one entry during the validity of the Visa. The length allowed for visitors' stay during each entry will be spelt out in the Visa. A Multiple Entry Visa can have a validity of a minimum of 30 days and a maximum of 180 days.

Applications to:

High commission or embassy; see Important Addresses.

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.

Travel Warnings

Most visits to Mozambique are trouble-free but you should be aware of the risks of violent crime, poor road safety standards and minimal health facilities.

Piracy is a significant threat in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean.

Since 5 February 2008, there have been demonstrations against rises in transport and food prices in several parts of Mozambique. Some demonstrations have been violent and led to fatalities or injuries. Demonstrations may reoccur. Travelers should avoid all crowds and gatherings and follow advice from local authorities.

Travelers should also be aware of the occurrence of street robberies and violent attacks on beaches in Mozambique at any time of day. Though infrequent, there have been several serious attacks, including rape, against British nationals and other westerners walking on beaches at Maputo, Beira, Vilanculos, Inhambane and other tourist centers. Beaches may look isolated and safe, especially on offshore islands, but they are not policed.

It is a legal requirement to carry identity documents at all times and present them when requested by the authorities. Police patrols and checkpoints are common. Travelers should not hand over their passports to anyone other than officials or police for inspection.

Mozambique shares with other countries in Africa a threat from terrorism to visibly Western interests. Travelers should also be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.

The tropical cyclone season in Mozambique normally runs from November to April. Coastal areas of central and northern Mozambique can be at risk.

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

Health Care

Full health insurance, preferably including Medevac, is essential. Medical facilities are scarce. It is advisable to carry basic medical supplies including medications and sterile syringes.