Africa
Mozambique
- Capital
- Maputo
- Population
- 35,631,653
- Currency
- Mozambican Metical (MZN)
- Calling code
- +258
- Languages
- Portuguese, Makhuwa
- 43missions
- 35embassies
- 5consulates
- 3honorary consulates
Mozambique
Embassies and consulates in Mozambique
embassies in Maputo
Diplomatic missions from 40 countries are based in Mozambique, 43 missions in all (35 embassies, 5 consulates and 3 honorary consulates). All 35 embassies are in the capital, Maputo. Consulates are also found in Beira.
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All missions in Mozambique
Other cities in Mozambique
Outside Maputo, Beira has 2 foreign missions.
By country
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Algeria 1 embassy1 -
Argentina 1 embassy1 -
Austria 1 honorary consulate1 -
Belgium 1 consulate1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 embassy1 -
Chile 1 honorary consulate1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
Eswatini 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Indonesia 1 embassy1 -
Ireland 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Lithuania 1 honorary consulate1 -
Malawi 1 embassy1 -
Monaco 1 consulate1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
Norway 1 embassy1 -
Palestine 1 embassy1
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Portugal 1 embassy · 2 consulates3 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Saudi Arabia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
South Korea 1 embassy1 -
Spain 1 embassy1 -
Sweden 1 embassy1 -
Switzerland 1 embassy1 -
Tanzania 1 embassy1 -
Thailand 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1 -
Vietnam 1 embassy1 -
Zimbabwe 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
Visa rules for Mozambique
Mozambique visa guide · 6 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 37 can enter visa-free, 155 get a visa on arrival and 6 need an e-Visa for Mozambique.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Mozambique
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 20,313 | 18,511 | 1,723 | 8.5% | 20.6% |
| 2024 | 23,404 | 20,933 | 1,700 | 7.5% | 21.8% |
| 2025 | 21,695 | 18,505 | 3,026 | 14.0% | 27.5% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 14,574 | 12,623 | 13.4% |
| Italy | 2,057 | 1,656 | 19.5% |
| France | 1,696 | 1,344 | 20.0% |
| Spain | 1,583 | 1,428 | 5.9% |
| Germany | 956 | 791 | 10.4% |
| Netherlands | 702 | 545 | 20.4% |
| Finland | 127 | 118 | 6.3% |
Schengen consulates in Mozambique received 21,695 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 18,505 visas. 14.0% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). The refusal rate rose by 6.5 points from 7.5% in 2024, a sharp increase. Applications fell by 7% compared with 2024 (23,404).
Most applications went to Portugal (14,574), Italy (2,057), France (1,696) and Spain (1,583).
Among the states with at least 500 applications, the lowest refusal rate was Spain’s (5.9%) and the highest the Netherlands’ (20.4%). The sharpest rise since 2024 was at the consulates of Portugal (+8.6 points), the largest fall at those of Spain (−3.5 points).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Mozambique.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Mozambique
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 1,386 | 1,170 |
| Student (F, M) | 142 | 126 |
| Exchange (J) | 112 | 95 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 56 | 66 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 133 | 118 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 534 | 429 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 8 | 8 |
| Total | 2,371 | 2,012 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 34.8% | 24.8% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 2,012 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Mozambique, the 146th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 58%, diplomatic and official visas 21% and student visas 6%. That is 15% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (2,371).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Mozambique received 567, 17% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 24.8% for citizens of Mozambique in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 34.8%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Mozambique’s own missions abroad
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Mozambique’s embassies abroad (35)
Mozambique itself has 35 missions abroad, in 28 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (3), South Africa (3), Portugal (2), Tanzania (2) and the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Mozambique
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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Heroes's Day
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Women's Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 35 embassies are in the capital, Maputo. The largest foreign networks in Mozambique are those of Portugal (3) and Zimbabwe (2).
Travel advice for Mozambique
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Mozambique: the US State Department rates Mozambique at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 20 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Mozambique (updated 20 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Mozambique (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Mozambique?
Portugal, with 3 missions, followed by Zimbabwe (2).
Do I need a visa for Mozambique?
Of 198 passports, 37 can enter visa-free, 155 get a visa on arrival and 6 need an e-Visa for Mozambique; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Mozambique closed?
On Mozambique’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day (Natal) on Friday 25 December 2026.