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US Embassy in Mozambique

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In Mozambique, the United States has an embassy in Maputo. Mozambican citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.

US Embassy in Maputo

The US embassy is in Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, at Av. da Marginal 5467, Maputo. Its phone number and website are on its page.

United States visa for Mozambican citizens

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United States visa requirements for citizens of Mozambique

  • B-1/B-2 visitor visa (business / tourism)
  • Transit (C visa) – brief
  • Student (F/M/J) and work (H, L, O…) visas – brief
  • Fee: US$185
  • 4 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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The United States requires Mozambican citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. In Mozambique, applications go to the US embassy in Maputo, or to a visa centre working for the United States.

Mozambique’s missions in the United States

Missions of Mozambique in the United States (2)

In return, Mozambique has 2 missions in the United States, including its embassy in Washington D.C.

Good to know

The United States in Mozambique

Worldwide, the United States has 314 missions in 179 countries; one of them is in Mozambique.

Travel to Mozambique for US citizens

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

When the US embassy in Mozambique is closed

The US 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 States, such as Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the US embassy in Mozambique?

The US embassy is in Maputo, at Av. da Marginal 5467, Maputo.

Do Mozambican citizens need a visa for the United States?

Mozambican citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.

Do US citizens need a visa for Mozambique?

No visa is needed by US citizens for Mozambique, for stays of up to 30 days.

Does Mozambique have an embassy in the United States?

Yes, Mozambique has its embassy in Washington D.C., along with 1 other mission in the United States.