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British Embassy in Mozambique

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In Mozambique, the United Kingdom has an embassy in Maputo. The United Kingdom requires Mozambican citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

British Embassy in Maputo

High Commission of the United Kingdom in Maputo

High Commission · Maputo

Open 24/7
Address
Av. 25 de Setembro 420, Maputo
Website
gov.uk
Head of mission
Helen Lewis

The United Kingdom has its embassy in Maputo, the capital; the address on record is Av. 25 de Setembro 420, Maputo. The head of mission on record is Helen Lewis. Its phone number and website are on its page.

United Kingdom visa for Mozambican citizens

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United Kingdom visa requirements for citizens of Mozambique

  • Standard Visitor visa (up to 6 months)
  • Visitor in Transit visa (landside)
  • Student and work routes (brief)
  • Fee: £135
  • 5 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Mozambican citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom. Applicants in Mozambique turn to the British embassy in Maputo; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.

Mozambique’s missions in the United Kingdom

Missions of Mozambique in the United Kingdom (1)

In return, Mozambique has an embassy in the United Kingdom, in London.

Good to know

The United Kingdom in Mozambique

Worldwide, the United Kingdom has 280 missions in 168 countries; one of them is in Mozambique.

Travel to Mozambique for British citizens

No visa is needed by British citizens for Mozambique, for stays of up to 30 days. In Mozambique, British citizens can turn to the British embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the British embassy in Mozambique is closed

The British embassy in Mozambique closes on Mozambique’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Natal) on Friday 25 December 2026, New Year's Day (Dia de Ano Novo) on Friday 1 January 2027 and Heroes's Day (Dia do Heroi Nacional) on Wednesday 3 February 2027, and usually on some holidays of the United Kingdom, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the British embassy in Mozambique?

The British embassy is in Maputo, at Av. 25 de Setembro 420, Maputo.

Do Mozambican citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?

Mozambican citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom.

Do British citizens need a visa for Mozambique?

British citizens do not need a visa for Mozambique: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.

Does Mozambique have an embassy in the United Kingdom?

Yes, Mozambique has its embassy in London.