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Mozambique Visa for France Citizens 2026

Visa Free

French citizens can enter Mozambique visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism or business, with an e-visa option for longer or other-purpose stays via evisa.gov.mz.

Guide last updated September 23, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond entry, with at least 2 blank pages
  • No visa required for stays up to 30 days
  • Return or onward ticket required
  • Proof of accommodation may be requested
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever-endemic country
  • No biometrics required for visa-free entry
  • Travel health insurance strongly recommended; malaria prophylaxis advised

Visa types

  • No visa required for tourism or business stays up to 30 days
  • For longer stays, an e-visa can be obtained via the Mozambican e-visa portal (evisa.gov.mz), and work/residence visas via a Mozambican consulate

Entry conditions

  • French citizens can enter Mozambique visa-free for tourism or business for up to 30 days
  • No work is permitted under visa-free entry
  • Extension is possible at a Serviço Nacional de Migração (SENAMI) office before the 30 days expire, typically for a further 30 days

Fees & processing time

  • No fee for the visa-free 30-day entry
  • Extension fee is approximately USD 40-50, processed within a few working days at a SENAMI office
  • If instead applying for the e-visa for a longer or different-purpose stay, the fee is around USD 50-70, with processing of 3-5 business days via evisa.gov.mz

Tips for France travelers

  • Malaria risk is present nationwide - consult a travel clinic before departure
  • Direct flights from France are limited; most routings connect via Johannesburg, Addis Ababa, or Lisbon
  • The French Embassy in Maputo can assist with emergencies
  • Keep your passport and yellow fever certificate readily accessible for the immigration check

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.