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Mozambique Visa Requirements for Italy Citizens

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Italy passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Mozambique for stays of up to 30 days.

Mozambique's Decree 10/2023 says a national of a country covered by the visa exemption who wishes to enter must pre-register on www.evisa.gov.mz at least 48 hours before boarding, paying a processing fee equivalent to 650 meticais.

“O cidadão nacional do país abrangido pelo regime de isenção que pretenda entrar no território nacional deve proceder ao registro prévio, através do site www.evisa.gov.mz, com uma antecedência mínima de 48 horas antes do embarque, mediante o pagamento de uma taxa de processamento equivalente à 650 Meticais.”

Source: Decreto n.º 10/2023 — Boletim da República I Série n.º 63 (31 Mar 2023), via the Mozambique High Commission in London · checked 7 Oct 2026

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How to get your eTA for Mozambique in three steps

  1. Complete the application online with your Italy passport details.
  2. Pay the fee — 650 MZN by card.
  3. Check your inbox — the approval is linked to your passport.
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Flag of MozambiqueMozambique visa options for Italy citizens

Mozambique eTA

eTA
Fee
650 MZN
Max stay
30 days
Entries
Multiple
Extension
+30 days

Processing fee set by Decree 10/2023, paid when pre-registering on evisa.gov.mz; the decree allows it to be updated by joint ministerial order. The UK government says the fee is approximately USD 47, including a USD 37 visa fee and the MZN 650 processing fee.

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What the Mozambique visa rules mean for Italy travellers

Italy citizens do not need a full visa for Mozambique, but they must obtain an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) online before they fly — valid for stays of up to 30 days. An eTA is linked to your passport number and is usually approved within minutes to a few days; airlines check it at check-in, so apply before you book non-refundable travel.

The main option is the Mozambique eTA, which costs 650 MZN.

Documents to prepare

Whatever your visa status, Mozambique applies the same entry conditions to every traveller:

  • Passport validity: Decree 10/2023 requires the citizens it exempts from the visa to hold a passport valid for at least six months, and the eVisa portal asks for a passport valid more than 6 months. The UK government says you also need at …
  • Blank passport pages: Your passport needs at least 2 blank pages.
  • Vaccinations: Yellow fever: WHO's country list says Mozambique requires proof of yellow fever vaccination from travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission, and from travellers who have transited fo…
  • Travel insurance: No official source we could read states a travel-insurance requirement for entry to Mozambique. Canada's travel advice says to make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospita…

Mozambique entry rules compared

Mozambique lets 17 passports in without a visa, offers a visa on arrival to 1, issues eVisas to 145 and requires an embassy visa from 6. Italy citizens are treated the same way as Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France and Germany. Overall the Italy passport ranks #8 in the world with 125 visa-free destinations.

More travel options

Planning a longer trip in Africa? With a Italy passport you can also visit 13 countries in the region without a visa, including Angola, Botswana, Cape Verde, Gambia, Lesotho, Morocco, Mauritius and Senegal.

In the other direction, Mozambique citizens need a visa to visit Italy.

Flag of MozambiqueEntry requirements for Mozambique

Passport validity

6 months

Decree 10/2023 requires the citizens it exempts from the visa to hold a passport valid for at least six months, and the eVisa portal asks for a passport valid more than 6 months. The UK government says you also need at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps.

Mozambique eVisa & eTA | Official Portal✓ Checked 3 Oct 2026

Vaccinations: Yellow fever

1 year

WHO's country list says Mozambique requires proof of yellow fever vaccination from travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission, and from travellers who have transited for more than 12 hours through an airport of such a country.

WHO — International Travel and Health, country list (2022)✓ Checked 6 Oct 2026

Travel insurance

No official source we could read states a travel-insurance requirement for entry to Mozambique. Canada's travel advice says to make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Government of Canada — Travel advice and advisories: Mozambique✓ Checked 4 Oct 2026

Return or onward ticket

The eVisa portal lists confirmed return tickets among the documents for a tourist eVisa application. Decree 10/2023 requires the citizens it exempts from the visa to hold a return air ticket, except when travelling by land, and proof of accommodation. No official source we could read states the requirement for the other visa-exempt nationalities.

Mozambique eVisa portal — Tourist Visa✓ Checked 7 Oct 2026

Proof of funds

The eVisa portal lists proof of financial means, such as bank statements, among the documents for a tourist eVisa application. No official source we could read states an amount.

Mozambique eVisa portal — tourist visa requirements✓ Checked 6 Oct 2026

Overstay penalties

Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs says that if you overstay your visa, you will be fined for each day you were in Mozambique illegally. The Government of Canada says you may be fined for each day you illegally reside in Mozambique. It also says to make sure customs officials inspect and stamp your passport and visa on entry, to avoid possible fines when leaving.

Ireland Department of Foreign Affairs — Travel advice: Mozambique✓ Checked 12 Oct 2026

Frequently asked questions

Do Italian citizens need a visa for Mozambique?

Italy passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Mozambique for stays of up to 30 days. Mozambique's Decree 10/2023 says a national of a country covered by the visa exemption who wishes to enter must pre-register on www.evisa.gov.mz at least 48 hours before boarding, paying a processing fee equivalent to 650 meticais.

How long can Italy citizens stay in Mozambique?

Up to 30 days. Overstaying can lead to fines, deportation and an entry ban.

How much does a Mozambique visa cost for Italy citizens?

Mozambique eTA: 650 MZN.

How do Italy citizens apply for a Mozambique eTA?

Apply online before you travel on the official portal (evisa.gov.mz). Approval is linked to your passport, so travel with the same passport you applied with.

How long must my passport be valid to enter Mozambique?

Decree 10/2023 requires the citizens it exempts from the visa to hold a passport valid for at least six months, and the eVisa portal asks for a passport valid more than 6 months. The UK government says you also need at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps.

Data: TravelRequirements.info — Entry Requirements Dataset, AXG Sp. z o.o. (CC BY 4.0). Entry rules can change — confirm with official sources before travel.