Confusion over Mozambique visa fees

Friday, July 16th 2010

The Mozambican Government has announced an increase in visa fees for tourists to Mozambique with immediate effect. This comes as a result of the introduction of the biometric system - currently enforced at Maputo (Malavane) Airport and the Komatipoort border. The cost of the visas has increased to US$82 per person, however at only these 2 points of entry at this time.

The increase apparently kicked in on the 6th of July when tourists obtaining visas at the Mozambique borders were charged US$82 per person.

A representative from INATUR (Mozambique Tourism Board) confirmed they were also taken by surprise as nothing had been communicated to anyone before the price change. She also reconfirmed the increase of border visas and said it was a permanent increase.

It appears the increase is currently only applicable at some borders. Most airports are still working on between USD25 and USD30 per person, as they don't yet have the technology required for the new visas.

It is however confirmed that the remainder of the country will follow suit - dates of implementation to be advised.

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