Rwanda passport → Mozambique

Mozambique visa for citizens of Rwanda

Visa-free

Citizens of Rwanda can visit Mozambique without a visa.

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Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Entries	Single entry
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Arrive at a Mozambique port of entry
Proceed to the immigration counter at the airport, land border, or seaport.
2
Present required documents
Hand over your passport, photograph, onward ticket, and accommodation proof to the immigration officer.
3
Pay the visa fee
Pay the applicable visa on arrival fee in cash (USD or local currency).
4
Receive visa and enter
The officer will issue a visa sticker in your passport; verify the validity and max stay before leaving the counter.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and blank pages)
Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
Passport-size photograph (recent, white background)
One photograph is typically required for the visa sticker.

Travel

Onward/return ticket
Proof of departure from Mozambique within the allowed stay.
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
May be requested to confirm stay arrangements.

Financial

Visa fee (cash in local currency or USD)
Fee is payable on arrival; amount varies by nationality.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Optional
Required if traveling from an endemic area; may be checked on arrival.

Proof of funds

Visa fee must be paid in cash on arrival; no proof of funds is typically required for VOA.

Good to know

Visa on arrival may be refused if documents are incomplete or if the traveler has a criminal record.
Ensure your passport has at least two blank pages for the visa sticker.
Carry sufficient cash in USD or local currency to pay the fee, as ATMs may not be available at all border points.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Renew your passport before travel.

Insufficient blank pages in passport

Ensure at least two blank visa pages are available.

Lack of onward/return ticket

Book a confirmed return or onward ticket before arrival.

Inability to pay visa fee in cash

Carry enough cash in USD or local currency to cover the fee.

FAQ

Do citizens of Rwanda need a visa for Mozambique?

Citizens of Rwanda can visit Mozambique without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Rwanda need for Mozambique?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and blank pages); Passport-size photograph (recent, white background); Onward/return ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter); Visa fee (cash in local currency or USD); Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

How long must my passport be valid for Mozambique?

At least 6 months.

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