🇲🇿 Mozambique · Employer-sponsored work

Work Visa — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€2,615
Minimum annual salaryMZN 36,000
Proof of savings€8,718
Minimum investment€87,179
Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Criminal recordClean record / police clearance
Age range18–100

Costs

Application / consular fee€209

Duration & renewal

Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://usa.embamoc.gov.mz/?page_id=99.
  3. Typical processing: ~10 days.

Frequently asked

How much income do I need?

You must show €2,615.

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Minimum monthly income
Minimum annual salary

“Work Visa: Copy of authorization letter from Ministry of Labor/ Ministry of Justice and Religious Affairs in Mozambique. ... Copy of work contract in Mozambique. ... Business Letter from the Company. (no salary threshold)”

Proof of savings
Minimum investment
Job offer
Employer sponsor
Criminal record

“Copy of Police Clearance from your current residence, authenticated by the U.S. Department of State in D.C. and recognized by the Embassy of Mozambique.”

Age range
Application fee
No direct PR path

“Embassy consular page lists Work Visa entry requirements (labour authorization + work contract); silent on permanent residence.”

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.

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