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title: Mozambique visa for citizens of the DR Congo
description: "Citizens of the DR Congo need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Mozambique. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $40. Processing: 1–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Mozambique visa for citizens of the DR Congo

Citizens of the DR Congo need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Mozambique.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-26. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://evisa.gov.mz/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Pre-approval + VOA · Visa on Arrival (Tourist, 30 days)
- **How to apply:** Approve online, collect at arrival
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 1–5 days
- **Government fee:** $40
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Complete online pre-authorization form** — Fill out the online form at evisa.gov.mz with personal, passport, and travel details.
2. **Upload required documents** — Upload digital passport photo, passport scan, onward ticket, and accommodation proof.
3. **Pay application fee** — Pay the USD 40 fee online via credit/debit card.
4. **Receive pre-authorization approval** — Approval typically arrives by email within 5 days.
5. **Travel to Mozambique** — Present the pre-authorization approval at the port of entry (airport or land border).
6. **Obtain visa on arrival** — At the border, pay any remaining fee (if applicable) and receive the visa sticker in your passport.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Digital passport photo** (Identity): 45 mm x 35 mm, white background.
- **Return or onward flight booking** (Travel): Proof of departure from Mozambique.
- **Accommodation proof (hotel reservation or invitation letter)** (Travel): If staying with friends/family, a notarized invitation may be needed.
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial, optional): Showing sufficient funds for stay.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required if arriving from or transiting through an endemic area.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory.

## Proof of funds

- bank statement

Bank statement may be requested to show sufficient funds (approx. USD 500 for short stay).

## Good to know

- Pre-authorization does not guarantee entry; final decision is by immigration officers at the border.
- Visa validity is 30 days from date of issue; cannot be extended.
- Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for travelers from endemic countries.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect online application** — Double-check all fields before submitting; ensure photo meets specifications.
- **Insufficient passport validity or blank pages** — Passport must be valid at least 6 months and have 2 blank pages.
- **Lack of onward ticket or accommodation proof** — Provide valid flight booking and hotel reservation or invitation letter.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the DR Congo need a visa for Mozambique?

Citizens of the DR Congo need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Mozambique. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (Tourist, 30 days).

### How long can citizens of the DR Congo stay in Mozambique?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Mozambique visa cost for citizens of the DR Congo?

Government fee: $40.

### How long does Mozambique visa processing take?

Typically 1–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of the DR Congo need for Mozambique?

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay); Digital passport photo; Return or onward flight booking; Accommodation proof (hotel reservation or invitation letter); Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Bank statement (last 3 months); and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Mozambique?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://evisa.gov.mz/

## Sources

- [evisa.gov.mz](https://evisa.gov.mz/)

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- [Mozambique visa for every passport](/visa/mozambique)
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