What documents does a United States citizen need for a Mozambique visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date. - Digital passport photo for the online application - Scanned copy of passport bio page - Proof of accommodation booking - Confirmed round-trip flight itinerary - No biometrics collected online; may be recorded on arrival - Travel health insurance recommended; yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required depending on prior travel history

What types of visas can United States citizens get for Mozambique?

Tourist e-Visa - single entry, valid 30 days from arrival, approximate fee USD 50-60. - Business e-Visa - single entry, valid 30 days, requires an invitation letter, approximate fee USD 60-70. - Multiple-entry visas are available for business travelers through Mozambican consular channels for an additional fee.

How do United States citizens apply for a Mozambique visa?

Apply through the official Mozambique e-Visa portal at https://evisa.gov.mz/. - Steps: register an account, complete the application form, upload passport scan and photo, pay the fee online by credit card. - Fee: approximately USD 50-60 payable online in USD. - Processing time: 3-5 working days for standard processing. - Approval arrives via email as a PDF e-Visa, to be printed and presented along with your passport at the port of entry.

How much does a Mozambique visa cost for United States citizens?

e-Visa fee: approximately USD 50-60 for single entry. - No separate VFS/BLS service fee; payment is made directly through the government e-Visa portal. - Total cost estimate: USD 55-65 including incidental processing charges. - Standard processing time: 3-5 working days. - Expedited processing may be available for an additional fee of approximately USD 20-30, reducing turnaround to 1-2 working days.

What should United States citizens know before traveling to Mozambique?

Apply at least 1-2 weeks before travel to allow buffer time for processing delays. - Common rejection reasons: blurry passport scans, mismatched personal details, or missing accommodation proof. - There is no VFS/BLS outsourcing; all processing is via the government e-Visa portal directly. - Review current US State Department travel advisories for Mozambique, particularly regarding certain northern provinces. - Extensions are handled through the Mozambican Immigration Service (Servico Nacional de Migracao) after arrival.

Mozambique Visa for United States Citizens 2026

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US citizens can obtain a Mozambique e-Visa online before travel, typically valid for 30 days, as an alternative to visa on arrival.

Guide last updated October 2, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
Digital passport photo for the online application
Scanned copy of passport bio page
Proof of accommodation booking
Confirmed round-trip flight itinerary
No biometrics collected online; may be recorded on arrival
Travel health insurance recommended; yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required depending on prior travel history

Visa types

Tourist e-Visa - single entry, valid 30 days from arrival, approximate fee USD 50-60.
Business e-Visa - single entry, valid 30 days, requires an invitation letter, approximate fee USD 60-70.
Multiple-entry visas are available for business travelers through Mozambican consular channels for an additional fee.

How to apply online

Apply through the official Mozambique e-Visa portal at https://evisa.gov.mz/.
Steps: register an account, complete the application form, upload passport scan and photo, pay the fee online by credit card.
Fee: approximately USD 50-60 payable online in USD.
Processing time: 3-5 working days for standard processing.
Approval arrives via email as a PDF e-Visa, to be printed and presented along with your passport at the port of entry.

Fees & processing time

e-Visa fee: approximately USD 50-60 for single entry.
No separate VFS/BLS service fee; payment is made directly through the government e-Visa portal.
Total cost estimate: USD 55-65 including incidental processing charges.
Standard processing time: 3-5 working days.
Expedited processing may be available for an additional fee of approximately USD 20-30, reducing turnaround to 1-2 working days.

Tips for United States travelers

Apply at least 1-2 weeks before travel to allow buffer time for processing delays.
Common rejection reasons: blurry passport scans, mismatched personal details, or missing accommodation proof.
There is no VFS/BLS outsourcing; all processing is via the government e-Visa portal directly.
Review current US State Department travel advisories for Mozambique, particularly regarding certain northern provinces.
Extensions are handled through the Mozambican Immigration Service (Servico Nacional de Migracao) after arrival.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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