Key Points
- Mozambique has paused its new entry registration system for visa-exempt nationals
- The suspension is due to technical difficulties with the eVisa platform
- The policy required travelers to register at least 48 hours in advance and pay a MZN 650 fee
Overview
On May 16, 2025, Mozambique announced a temporary suspension of its recently implemented entry registration requirement for travelers from 29 visa-exempt countries. The policy, which took effect on April 24, 2025, required eligible foreign nationals to complete an online entry registration at least 48 hours before departure using the official eVisa platform.
Travelers were also required to pay a processing fee of MZN 650.
The registration, formally known as the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), was intended to strengthen pre-arrival screening and streamline border entry procedures. However, soon after launch, the system encountered technical difficulties that impacted processing reliability. As a result, Mozambican authorities have suspended the program temporarily while IT teams work to address these issues and stabilize the platform.
The suspension affects only travelers from visa-exempt countries. Nationals from countries requiring a visa must continue to follow standard visa application procedures. Authorities have not yet issued a revised timeline for the system’s reinstatement but have indicated that the policy will resume once technical challenges are resolved.
The pause provides immediate relief to travelers who had been required to register their trip electronically, particularly those with imminent travel plans. However, the uncertainty around the system’s relaunch means that travelers and sponsors should stay alert for updates from Mozambican immigration authorities.
Looking Ahead
Companies and travelers should continue monitoring official communications from Mozambique’s immigration authorities for updates on the reinstatement of the registration system. Once the eVisa platform is restored, eligible travelers may again be required to complete the ETA process before travel. Employers should factor potential policy reinstatement into future mobility planning for personnel traveling to Mozambique. It is advisable to build in extra lead time for compliance once the system becomes operational again.
