Africa
Mozambique
Long Indian Ocean coast with diving and beach towns like Tofo and Vilankulo, plus Portuguese-influenced food. Portuguese helps a lot; the north has insurgency, roads are rough and independent travel takes effort.
- US travel advisoryLevel 2Exercise increased cautionDetails
- Visa37 of 198passports can visit visa-freeDetails
- CurrencyMZNUS$1 ≈ MT63.83Details
- Price level37%of US prices (World Bank PPP)Details
- English2/5LimitedDetails
- PlugsType C, F, M220 V, 50 HzDetails
- Emergency119Police 119 · Ambulance 117 · Fire 198
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledDrink bottled or filtered water; ice and street drinks in small towns are risky.Details
- LGBTQ+LegalSame-sex acts were decriminalised in 2015 and employment discrimination is banned, but attitudes are conservative.Details
- DrivingOn the leftCarry an IDP with your home licence; police checkpoints are frequent and licences in other languages cause trouble.
Where to go in Mozambique
3 places with full guides. Comfortable monthly budget for one person, rent included.
When to visit Mozambique
May–October is dry and cooler, best for the coast and diving; whale sharks peak roughly October–March at Tofo. Cyclone season runs November–April.
Good to know
Entry
- Most nationalities need a visa; many can use the e-visa system or visa on arrival, with fees in USD. Check the official site for your passport.
- Yellow fever certificate is required if arriving from risk countries; passport needs 6 months validity and blank pages.
- Carry your passport copy and register your stay as required by hotels.
Laws visitors break by accident
- Carry your passport or certified copy at all times
- Photographing government buildings or the military is prohibited
- Drug possession carries heavy penalties
Etiquette
- Greet people before asking for anything
- Learn a few Portuguese words; it earns goodwill
- Dress modestly in towns and villages
- Ask before photographing people
Tipping
5–10% at restaurants if no service charge; round up for drivers and guides.
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Sources
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