Mozambique visa requirements for Indians

Travel and visa requirements

Mozambican Visa is not required for Indians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Mozambique issues visa on arrival to India citizens intending to visit the country.
  • This Mozambican visa on arrival is given with 30 days of staying duration in Mozambique.
  • International passport of nationals of India that has a validity of at least 6 months and the passport must have a minimum of two blanked pages for important stamping upon arriving or exiting the country.
  • Presentation of an onward/return ticket as well as reserved accommodation or confirmed hotel booking or any other form of accommodation is required.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate must be provided when you are coming into Mozambique.
  • Mozambique uses the Central African Time (GMT+2) which subjects India to be 3 hours, 30 minutes ahead of the country. 
  • The estimated flight time to travel to Maputo, Mozambique from Delhi, India is 11 hours 15 minutes.
  • Your pets are required to have an electronic identification chip and be accompanied by a valid health certificate.
  • There are no restrictions on the import and export of foreign currencies provided they are declared upon your arrival. However, the importation and exportation of the country's local currency is prohibited.
  • Visitors are advised to avoid walking on roads bordered by wooded areas, since criminals may be hiding there.
  • Mozambique is located in the Southeast region of Africa with a population of over 29 million as of 2019.
  • Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by Islam and about 7% of the country's population practice their traditional religion.
  • Portuguese is the official language of Mozambique while Bantu, Kiswahili and other languages are spoken by the wider population of Mozambique.
  • Mozambique Metical (MZN) is the local currency of the country, in which 1 dollar is equivalent to 62.25 Mozambique Metical.
  • The climate of Mozambique is described as tropical having two seasons: the dry season (from October to March) and the wet season ( from April to September).
  • Monte Binga is the highest mountain in Mozambique and has been a fascinating destination to tourists all over the world
  • Basic phrases to aid communication with locals include: "Bon Dia" which means "Good Morning" and "Obrigado" which means "Thank You".
  • Corn and Cassava are the staple food in Mozambique with palm wine being a popular drink. However, there are a variety of Portuguese-influenced cuisines to try out such as chocos and macaza.
  • You are advised to comply with the country's rules and regulation governing the country's custom.
  • The country uses power plugs and sockets of types C, F and M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. Nevertheless, always travel with your gadgets' adapters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What standard time Mozambique uses?

Mozambique uses the Central African Time (GMT+2) which subjects India to be 3 hours, 30 minutes ahead of the country. 

Where is Mozambique located on the African continent?

Mozambique is  located in the Southeast region of Africa with the population of over 29 million as of 2019.

Can I travel to Mozambique with my pet?
You can travel to Mozambique with your pets provided you have your pets' health certificate with you.

How many days are granted to Indian citizens when visiting Mozambique?

It depends on the visa type you are traveling through. But for tourist travelers, 30 days of stay duration is guaranteed and can be extended if you wish to enlongate your staying days.