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Mozambique Visa for Afghanistan Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Afghan citizens can obtain a Mozambique visa on arrival for tourism at designated entry points; fee USD 50, stay up to 30 days, single entry, with extensions possible.

Guide last updated September 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry and have at least one blank visa page.
  • Specific forms: No pre-arrival visa forms are required for visa on arrival; you may be asked to fill a landing card at the port of entry or at the VOA desk.
  • Financial proof: No formal financial proof is required for visa on arrival; border officers may ask to show funds if necessary; having access to funds is recommended. A daily amount of around 100 USD is often suggested by travelers, but there is no fixed minimum published.
  • Accommodation and return ticket: Have a confirmed hotel address or invitation letter; be prepared to show onward or return travel tickets if asked.
  • Photo spec: Bring two recent passport photos (35x45 mm) with a plain white background.
  • Biometrics: Biometrics are not routinely collected for visa on arrival; you may be asked to provide fingerprints or have your photo taken at the desk.
  • Travel health insurance: Not mandatory for entry; recommended to have travel health insurance that covers medical costs abroad.
  • Yellow fever vaccination: Afghanistan passport holders are not required to present a yellow fever certificate for Mozambique, but comply with any other health entry requirements if you have recent travel from a yellow fever area.

Visa types

  • Tourist Visa on Arrival — Official name: Tourist Visa (On Arrival); Validity: 30 days; Maximum stay: 30 days; Entry: Single; Approx fee: USD 50; Mozambican Metical equivalent: MZN 3,000.
  • Business Visa on Arrival — Official name: Business Visa (On Arrival); Validity: 30 days; Maximum stay: 30 days; Entry: Single; Approx fee: USD 80; Mozambican Metical equivalent: MZN 5,000.
  • Other categories (Student, Work) on arrival: Not available; these require pre-approval via an eVisa or embassy/consulate application where available. For Afghan travelers, consult the Mozambican border authorities or nearest embassy to confirm eligibility.

How to apply

  • Visa on arrival: which ports, steps, fee and accepted currencies, queue tips
  • Ports: Maputo International Airport and major entry points such as Beira, Nacala, Pemba, and Vilankulo where visa on arrival is issued; always confirm at the border before travel.
  • Steps: 1) Proceed to the visa on arrival desk on arrival; 2) Submit passport and two passport photos; 3) Provide hotel/address details and onward/return ticket if available; 4) Complete any landing card presented; 5) Pay the visa fee in cash (USD or Mozambican Metical); 6) Collect your visa stamp and proceed to border control.
  • Fees and currencies: Visa fee is paid in cash at the desk; accepted currencies are USD and Mozambican Metical.
  • Processing time: Typical processing is 30-60 minutes depending on queue; longer during peak periods.
  • How approval arrives: A visa stamp or entry permit is placed in your passport; you then go to immigration for stamping.
  • Tips: Have documents ready; join shorter queues if possible; carry exact cash since card payments are often not accepted at VOA desks; arrive early in the day to reduce delays.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee (local currency and USD): Tourist MZN 3,000 (approx USD 50); Business MZN 5,000 (approx USD 80).
  • VFS/BLS service fee: Not applicable for visa on arrival; there is no external processing service; you pay only government visa fee at the border.
  • Total cost estimate: USD 50 for Tourist; USD 80 for Business; local currency equivalent is shown above.
  • Standard processing time: 30-60 minutes at the VOA desk; peak times may take longer.
  • Express/priority option: Not available for visa on arrival.

Tips for Afghanistan travelers

  • How far in advance to apply: For visa on arrival you do not apply in advance; plan to arrive with all required documents and some extra time for queues.
  • Common rejection reasons for Afghanistan applicants specifically: Passport validity less than 6 months from entry; insufficient funds or lack of onward/return ticket; incomplete documents or mismatch between stated purpose and travel plans; not meeting health documentation requirements; suspicion of illegal immigration or security concerns at border.
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy application: Visa on arrival is processed at the border; there is no VFS/BLS pre-processing typically; if you prefer, verify with the nearest Mozambican embassy/consulate whether an alternative pre-application route exists for Afghan citizens.
  • Any travel advisories or bilateral notes: Check your government's travel advisory for Mozambique; security risks exist in northern Cabo Delgado region and in some border areas; avoid travel to restricted zones; ensure you have updated contact details for your local embassy or consulate.
  • Extension options inside Mozambique: Extensions for VOA are possible at some border posts or at the National Migration Services in Maputo; typical extension allows up to 30 additional days; fees vary and a new visa extension decision is required; apply before the original visa expires.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.