Why invest
Mozambique offers abundant natural resources, extensive coastline, strategic position in Southern Africa, and growing sectors: energy (LNG), mining, agriculture, tourism, and infrastructure.
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Investment Opportunities in Mozambique
Key sectors, tax incentives, and how to evaluate foreign investment projects.
Updated: August 2026
Priority sectors
- Energy and hydrocarbons (Rovuma Basin, LNG)
- Agriculture and agro-processing
- Tourism and coastal hospitality
- Mining (coal, ruby, graphite, heavy sands)
- Fisheries and aquaculture
- Infrastructure and logistics
Ports and logistics
Maputo and other ports link exports and imports; a core axis for trade and infrastructure.
Legal framework
The Investment Code governs foreign capital projects. Benefits may include tax reductions, capital repatriation rights, and expropriation guarantees depending on sector and investment size.
Value chains
Agriculture, energy, and urban services offer openings; validate licences and on-the-ground risk.
Regional ports
Pemba and Beira widen logistics options for central and northern projects.
Official information
Investment registration falls under the Investment and Export Promotion Agency (APIEX); tax identification, duties, and banking compliance fall under the Tax Authority of Mozambique (AT). Requirements, fees, and procedures may change. Always confirm current information through official channels of the relevant Mozambican authority before you apply.
Infrastructure
Bridges, energy, and logistics corridors anchor long-term investment.
First steps
- Market study and local due diligence
- Company registration and NUIT
- Investment registration with the Investment and Export Promotion Agency (APIEX) (if applicable)
- Sector and environmental licenses
- Local partner or joint venture where strategic
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