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Immigration & Consular Services

Informational guidance on visas, residence, and consular services for residents, investors, and visitors in Mozambique.

Updated: August 2026

Immigration in Mozambique is managed by the National Migration Service (SENAMI), which regulates entry, stay, visas, residence permits, and identification documents for foreigners.

Tourist visas and electronic travel authorizations may be available online. Confirm current procedures with the Embassy or Consulate of Mozambique in your country of origin or contact Mozambique Discovery.

Private immigration consultants exist, but only the National Migration Service (SENAMI) and Mozambican consular representations can issue legally valid documents. Always verify credentials before paying intermediary fees.

Electronic visas and travel authorization

Since 2026, most visitors apply for eTA or eVisa on the National Migration Service (SENAMI) platform. Indicative fees: roughly USD 48 (eTA) and roughly USD 190 (eVisa). Print the approved confirmation for boarding and border control.

Private consultants may help organize documents, but only SENAMI and Mozambican consular posts issue valid visas. Be wary of "guaranteed visa" promises.

How to verify immigration consultants

There is no professional body for "immigration consultants" in Mozambique. Anyone charging to fill forms acts as an intermediary; documents are only valid if issued by the National Migration Service (SENAMI) or a Mozambican consular representation.

  • Use only official channels for online applications. Confirm procedures with the Embassy or Consulate of Mozambique in your country of origin
  • Be wary of intermediaries promising "guaranteed" visas or charging fees far above official rates
  • Request official receipt and process number for any visa-related payment
  • For long-term residence, confirm required documentation with the Embassy or Consulate of Mozambique in your country of origin before you travel
  • Private consultants may help organize documents but do not replace official processing
  • Contact Mozambique Discovery for guidance on the visa type suited to your profile

Disclaimer

This guide is for information only. Visa requirements, fees, and timelines change periodically. Always confirm current information with the Embassy or Consulate of Mozambique in your country of origin or contact Mozambique Discovery.

Mozambique Discovery does not endorse private immigration consultants. Responsibility for document accuracy and compliance with migration laws rests solely with the applicant.

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