“AndOn May 1, 2023, the decree exempting citizens of 29 countries from the requirement to present a visa when traveling for tourism or business comes into effect,” the document reads.
It adds that the need to register using an online form 48 hours before boarding a flight is “temporarily suspended,” a formality that was expected when the waiver was announced in March.
The release states that starting Monday, “covered nationals are allowed to travel to the Republic of Mozambique without prior registration.” [registo]And upon entry, you must pay a fee equivalent to 650 metica [9,2 euros]and submit three documents that are normally requested.
A passport or equivalent document valid for at least six months, a return air ticket (for air travelers) and proof of residence is required.
In addition to Portugal, the countries included are: Germany, Saudi Arabia, Belgium, Canada, China, South Korea, Ivory Coast, Denmark, UAE, Spain, USA, Finland, France, Ghana, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel and Italy Japan, Norway, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Russia, Senegal, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland and Ukraine.
The visa exemption allows “multiple entry into the national territory for a period of 30 days, starting from the date of the first entry,” refers to the decree published in Boletim da República on March 31.
The stay can be extended “for a further 30 days, upon justification” with Immigration Services.
The measure aims to “revitalize tourism and the business environment” in the country.
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