Mozambique for citizens of South Africa

🔑 How to enter to Mozambique from South Africa

To enter Mozambique, South African citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Mozambique, check whether your South African passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Mozambique and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your South African passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your South African passport. You are allowed to stay in Mozambique for 90 days.

✅ Requirements for South African citizens to visit Mozambique with tourist visa

• South African citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Mozambique. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of South African citizens on the territory of Mozambique is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of South Africa require a visa to visit the Mozambique?

   South African citizens do not need a visa to visit the Mozambique.

2. How long South African citizens are allowed to stay in Mozambique without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Mozambique for citizens of South Africa for a visa-free stay is 90 days.

3. What happens if a South African passport holder stays in Mozambique longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Mozambique is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Mozambique is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of South Africa need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Mozambique without a visa?

   Mozambican immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for South African citizens to enter Mozambique without a visa?

   South African citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Mozambique.

6. Can South African work or study during the visa-free stay in Mozambique?

   The Mozambique visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Mozambique South African citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.