United States passport → Mozambique
Do American citizens need a visa for Mozambique?
American passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Mozambique for up to 30 days. It is a short online application, not a full visa.
Sources differ on this route: another dataset lists it as visa-free (30 days). Confirm on the official website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
- Apply only on the official government site; third-party sites charge extra.
- Apply a few days before travel; most approvals are quick but some take longer.
- The authorisation is linked to your passport. A new passport needs a new application.
Mozambique at a glance
- Capital
- Maputo
- Currency
- Mozambican metical (MZN)
- Languages
- Portuguese
- Calling code
- +258
- Region
- Eastern Africa
Mozambique for other passports
IndiaeVisa- United StateseTA30 days
United KingdomVisa-free30 days
United Arab EmirateseTA30 days
ChinaeTA30 days
SingaporeeTA30 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladesheVisa
Sri LankaeVisa
NepalVisa on arrival30 days
NigeriaVisa on arrival30 days
PhilippinesVisa on arrival30 days
Nearby in Eastern Africa for American passport holders
Common questions
Do American citizens need a visa for Mozambique?
American passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Mozambique for up to 30 days. It is a short online application, not a full visa.
How long can American citizens stay in Mozambique?
Up to 30 days under the current eta rule. Longer stays need a different visa.
Can American citizens get a visa on arrival in Mozambique?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can American citizens visit without a visa?
152 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The United States passport ranks #12 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for United States citizens (edited 10 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Mozambique before you travel.