Document checklist
Republic of the Congo → Mozambique: Short-stay tourist
What you need before you submit, checked against official requirements, not guesswork.
Checked by our automated verification on 20 Oct 2026: every source on this page resolves and the data is structurally complete. This does not confirm a person re-read the source text for accuracy.
Required documents
7 itemsIdentity
Completed eVisa application
RequiredApply online at evisa.gov.mz for a 30, 60, or 90-day multiple-entry Tourist Visa. Apply 3-5 days before travel to allow processing time. All documents must be scanned, clear, and in JPEG, PDF, or PNG format.
Source: Mozambique National Immigration Service (via VFS Global)
Photo
RequiredA recent, frontal passport-style photo.
Source: Mozambique National Immigration Service (via VFS Global)
Valid passport
RequiredA passport valid for more than 6 months, with a color scan of the bio page.
Source: Mozambique National Immigration Service (via VFS Global)
Financial
Proof of financial means
RequiredBank statements or other evidence you can cover your costs for the visit.
Source: Mozambique National Immigration Service (via VFS Global)
Accommodation
Proof of accommodation
RequiredHotel bookings for your stay.
Source: Mozambique National Immigration Service (via VFS Global)
Travel
Return ticket
RequiredA confirmed return ticket.
Source: Mozambique National Immigration Service (via VFS Global)
Other
Parental authorization documents
For travelers under 18: ID of the person with parental authority, and a statement of responsibility from them.
Source: Mozambique National Immigration Service (via VFS Global)
Why applications on this route get refused
Incomplete documentation
Submitting all required documentation is a mandatory legal obligation under Mozambican Law No. 23/2022, missing documents are a common cause of delay or refusal.
How to avoid it: Check every document is scanned clearly in an accepted format before applying, and apply several days before travel to allow time to fix any issues.
Weak or insufficient financial proof
Unclear bank statements raise doubts about your ability to support the trip.
How to avoid it: Provide clear, recent bank statements that cover your planned stay.
Sources
- Mozambique National Immigration Service (via VFS Global) · checked 9 Sept 2026
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