You need a visa for Mozambique if you have a Japanese passport

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A visa is required for this route, but it cannot be applied for online. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a quote.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Mozambique?

Yes. Japanese citizens need a visa for Mozambique. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

Where do Japanese citizens apply for a visa for Mozambique?

At your local embassy or consulate. There is no online application for this route, so the appointment and the documents are handled in person.

Can DoVisa help Japanese citizens with a visa for Mozambique?

Yes. We cannot file this one online, but tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a quote.

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What Mozambique may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Yellow fever certificate if from endemic area
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Hotel or resort booking confirmation
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Japanese travellers

These rules apply specifically to Japanese passport holders entering Mozambique as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Mozambique. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Mozambique. The passport must have at least 3 blank pages.
Embassy of Mozambique in Washington, DC Last checked 2026-07-16
May be required
Parental consent for travelers under 18 entering Mozambique
Travelers under 18 entering Mozambique must present an official birth certificate or other equivalent document to prove their relationship with their parent(s). Travelers under 18 traveling with a person exercising full parental authority must present a power of attorney or other equivalent document proving that authority. These requirements apply to all nationalities. Check the source for more details.
- Contact your airline, as they may have additional requirements for minors beyond standard rules.
UK FCDO Mozambique Last checked 2026-07-23
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Mozambique
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Polio and Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Mozambique Last checked 2026-07-16
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Mozambique
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Mozambique.
Last checked 2026-07-16
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Mozambique.
Last checked 2026-07-16
May be required
Visa may be required for transit
Travelers may be required to obtain a visa to transit through Mozambique. Travelers should contact their nearest Mozambique embassy or consulate for further details.
Last checked 2026-07-16

A look at Mozambique

Bazaruto Archipelago — Africa's most beautiful marine sanctuary
Maputo — Mozambique's vibrant capital blending colonial charm with African energy
Tofo Beach — World-renowned for whale shark and manta ray encounters
Ilha de Mozambique — UNESCO World Heritage island frozen in time