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Investment Opportunities in Mozambique

Key sectors, tax incentives, and how to evaluate foreign investment projects.

Updated: May 2026 (with official references)

Why invest

Mozambique offers abundant natural resources, extensive coastline, strategic position in Southern Africa, and growing sectors: energy (LNG), mining, agriculture, tourism, and infrastructure.

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

Legal framework

The Investment Code and CPI (Investment Promotion Centre) govern foreign capital projects. Benefits may include tax reductions, capital repatriation rights, and expropriation guarantees depending on sector and investment size.

First steps

  • Market study and local due diligence
  • Company registration and NUIT
  • Investment registration with CPI (if applicable)
  • Sector and environmental licenses
  • Local partner or joint venture where strategic

Key official institutions

APIEX (apiex.gov.mz) registers foreign investment and incentives. AT (at.gov.mz) manages NUIT, VAT, and CIT. Capital repatriation requires banking compliance with the Bank of Mozambique.

Disclaimer

Investment involves risk. This information is indicative — consult lawyers, accountants, and CPI before committing capital.

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