ℹ Visa on Arrival — Apply at the border or airport
8%Rejection Rate
2/5Difficulty
1–2dProcessing
NGN 78,000Total Cost
Quick Facts
RequirementVisa on Arrival
Visa Fee
NGN 78,000
Processing Time1–2 working days
Appointment Wait~ weeks
Stay DurationUp to 30 days
E-VisaAvailable online
Mozambique's coastline is one of the Indian Ocean's finest — Bazaruto Archipelago, Tofo Beach whale sharks, and Maputo's vibrant Portuguese-African food scene. E-visa in 48 hours (USD 50). YF mandatory for Nigerians. Ethiopian Airlines connects Lagos–Addis–Maputo.
Key Warnings
Yellow fever certificate is mandatory from Nigeria — airlines and Mozambican immigration both check.
Malaria is prevalent throughout Mozambique — take prophylaxis and use DEET repellent.
Portuguese is the official language. English spoken in tourist areas and Maputo, less so in rural regions.
Insider Tips
Tofo Beach (Inhambane Province, 5 hours north of Maputo or short flight to INH) is globally acclaimed for whale shark snorkelling — sightings year-round, plus manta rays and leatherback turtles.
Maputo's food scene is exceptional — camarão piri-piri (piri-piri prawns) at Costa do Sol restaurant and seafood at Mundo's in the Polana area are unmissable.
Ilha de Mozambique (UNESCO) is a magical coral island linked to the mainland by a 3.5km bridge — Portuguese colonial architecture, Arab dhow trading heritage, and pristine beaches. Best reached by flying to Nampula (NTC) then driving.
Step-by-Step Guide
Get yellow fever vaccination
NAFDAC-approved centre in Lagos or Abuja. Certificate at least 10 days old.
Apply e-visa at evisa.gov.mz (recommended)
Complete online, upload passport and YF cert, pay USD 50 by card. Approval within 24–48 hours.
Fly to Maputo via Addis Ababa or Johannesburg
Ethiopian Airlines flies Lagos (LOS) → Addis Ababa (ADD) → Maputo (MPM). Or fly LOS–JNB then SAA/FlySafair to MPM. Total: ~9–14 hours.
Explore Mozambique
Maputo (Portuguese colonial architecture, piri-piri seafood), Tofo Beach (whale sharks), Bazaruto Archipelago (UNESCO), Gorongosa National Park, Ilha de Mozambique (UNESCO).
Yellow fever vaccination certificate — MANDATORY (Nigeria is endemic)
Confirmed return flight to Nigeria
Hotel booking or host contact in Mozambique
USD 50 cash if using visa on arrival
Recommended (Optional)
Travel insurance (recommended for long-haul Southern Africa trip)
Health Requirements
⚠️ Yellow Fever Certificate required. Nigeria is a yellow fever endemic country. Mozambique requires a valid International Certificate of Vaccination from travellers arriving from endemic countries including Nigeria. Certificate must be at least 10 days old. Obtain from NAFDAC-approved vaccination centres.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Nigerians need a visa for Mozambique?
Nigerians can get a visa on arrival (USD 50 cash) or an e-visa online at evisa.gov.mz (USD 50). E-visa recommended. Yellow fever mandatory. 30-day stay. Fly via Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines) or Johannesburg.