Quick Facts
Requirement
Visa on Arrival
Visa Fee
UGX 185,000
(~$50)
VOA Fee
UGX 185,000
(~$50)
Processing Time
0–0 working days
Appointment Wait
~ weeks
Stay Duration
Up to 30 days
E-Visa
Available online
Mozambique is an underrated beach destination for Ugandan travelers — Bazaruto Archipelago, Pemba, and the Indian Ocean coastline are spectacular. Getting there requires a connection but is straightforward once booked. Visa on arrival is available at Maputo airport for $50, and the e-visa option is recommended for advance peace of mind. Yellow fever certificate is mandatory.
Key Warnings
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is MANDATORY for Ugandans entering Mozambique. Present your original physical yellow card at Maputo airport — digital or photocopied versions are not accepted.
- Mozambique has one of the highest malaria burdens in Africa. Begin anti-malarial medication before travel and use insect repellent, particularly in coastal and low-lying areas.
- Maputo is the main international gateway. Visa on arrival is available here, but if entering through a smaller airport or land border, confirm that VOA is accepted at your specific entry point before travelling.
Insider Tips
- Applying for the Mozambique e-visa at evisa.gov.mz before travel is recommended — it costs the same as VOA but you arrive with confirmed pre-approval, useful if airline staff question your documentation at check-in in Entebbe.
- The best beaches and islands (Bazaruto, Quirimbas) require a domestic flight within Mozambique from Maputo — factor in domestic flight costs (approximately $100–200 one-way) when budgeting.
- Mozambican Metical (MZN) is the local currency. USD and EUR are widely accepted in tourist areas but bring some MZN for local transport and markets. Carry USD cash for the VOA fee.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Verify your yellow fever certificate
Confirm your International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever is the original physical card. If you have not been vaccinated, get your jab at UVRI Entebbe or Mulago Hospital. The certificate is valid for life (updated WHO policy). Allow 10 days after vaccination before the certificate is considered valid.
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Consider applying for the e-visa before travel
Go to evisa.gov.mz and apply for your Mozambique e-visa. You'll need a passport scan, photo, travel details, and a credit card. Processing takes 2–5 business days. Having pre-approval avoids any VOA queue at Maputo airport and gives you a document to show at airline check-in if required.
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Book your flights to Maputo
There are no direct flights from Entebbe to Maputo. You'll connect through Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Johannesburg (Ethiopian Airlines/South African Airways), or Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines). Flight costs: typically UGX 900,000–1,600,000 return.
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Arrive at Maputo airport
If obtaining VOA: follow signs to the immigration desk before passport control. Present your passport, yellow fever certificate, and $50 USD cash. The visa stamp takes approximately 15–20 minutes. If you have an e-visa, proceed directly to the e-visa lane at immigration.
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Clear immigration and collect baggage
After the visa stamp (or e-visa verification), proceed through passport control. Collect your luggage and proceed to the exit. Your 30-day visa begins from the entry date.
Health Requirements
⚠️ Yellow Fever Certificate required. Mozambique requires proof of yellow fever vaccination from all travelers arriving from yellow fever endemic countries, including Uganda. Present the original physical International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow card) at Maputo airport immigration. Travelers without the certificate risk quarantine or refused entry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Ugandans get a Mozambique visa on arrival?
Yes. Ugandan passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Maputo International Airport and at major land border posts. The fee is approximately $50 USD for a 30-day single-entry visa. Bring USD cash as payment. An e-visa is also available at evisa.gov.mz for the same price — applying before travel is recommended to avoid any airport queue.
Is yellow fever vaccination required for Ugandans going to Mozambique?
Yes — it is mandatory. Mozambique requires proof of yellow fever vaccination from all travelers arriving from yellow fever endemic countries, including Uganda. You must present your original International Certificate of Vaccination (the physical yellow card) at Maputo airport. Digital copies and photocopies are not accepted. If you have not been vaccinated, do so at UVRI in Entebbe or Mulago Hospital in Kampala.
How do Ugandans travel to Mozambique?
There are no direct flights from Entebbe (EBB) to Maputo (MPM). The most common connections are via Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Johannesburg (Ethiopian Airlines, South African Airways), or Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines). Typical journey time is 8–14 hours including connections. Return fares usually range from UGX 900,000 to UGX 1,600,000.
How do Ugandans apply for a Mozambique e-visa?
Apply at evisa.gov.mz. You will need a scanned passport bio-data page, a digital passport photo, your travel dates, accommodation details, and a credit or debit card to pay the fee (approximately $50). Processing typically takes 2–5 business days. Download your e-visa approval email and present it on arrival at Maputo airport.