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How to get a South Africa visa from Mozambique
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Mozambican passport holders travelling to South Africa.
Visa types & fees
5 visa options for travelling to South Africa.
Business visa
Processing time10 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$45
Medical visa
Processing time10 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$45
Student visa
Processing time10 working days
ValidityMore than 90 days
Fee (approx.)$45
Tourist visa
Processing time10 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$45
Work visa
CategoryExchange visa
Processing time10 working days
Validity5 years
Fee (approx.)$45
Application requirements
Documents Mozambican applicants need to provide.
- A Mozambican passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Two 35 mm x 45 mm passport-sized photographs.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support
- Proof of accommodation
- Copy of return flight ticket
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
- A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
- Medical Insurance to cover duration of entire stay.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- The South African tourist visa is for Mozambicans who have permanent residence outside South Africa and wish to visit the country temporarily for tourism purpose.
- The visa will allow you to travel to a South African port of entry where an immigration official will then determine if you are allowed to enter South Africa and for how long you can stay for that particular visit.
- A valid and acceptable passport visa and travel document for your intended stay.
- At least one blank page in your passport is neededfor endorsements.
- Provide of sufficient funds to pay for your day-to-day expenses during your stay is requried.
- An onward and return ticket should be provided.
- Yellow Fever certificate is required if the applicant is passing through the Yellow Fever belt area before entering South Africa.
- Proof of legal status for Mozambique must be provided. For example, certified/notarized copy of a green card, H1B, F1, J1, etc.
- Currency brought into or taken from South Africa is monitored by law. Should you have South African currency exceeding R25 000 or any foreign currency, this must be declared.
- If you are a journalist or sportsman bringing goods such as photographic or sport equipment into the country, you should declare them in the Customs red channel after arriving in South Africa.
- Travelers may import their personal medicament provided it is for not more than three (3) months’ use. This must be accompanied by a prescription issued by a medical doctor.
- South Africa tourist visa fee is 45 USD.
Business visa
- The South African visa allows Mozambicans to reside and establish or invest in different South African businesses.
- This visa permits Mozambicas to also start-up business in South African.
- Starting a business in South Africa can be easy if you follow certain guidelines.
- These are certain tips on how to start up business in South Africa:
- A large part of how to qualify for a business visa in South Africa is how much money you have to invest into your new South African business. A minimum investment is required to be made into the business within a 2 year period of time.
- Your application will be scrutinized for the employment positions it creates. 60% of your employees need to be either South African citizens or permanent residency holders.
- When courting foreign investment, regulations also pay attention to attracting the right sort of businesses to South Africa. There are specific sectors such as tourism and manufacturing that are deemed priority industries.
- Building a business plan is necessary- a business plan is a blueprint for the success of the business and will also identify the business’s chances of succeeding and the applicant’s ability.
- An agreement to register with The South African Revenue Service, Unemployment Insurance Fund, Compensation Fund, Companies, and Intellectual Properties Commission, and a relevant professional body or council, where applicable, as recognized by the SAQA must be provided.
- Police clearance certificates from the country in which you stayed from the age of 18 years, including South Africa is required.
- A letter of recommendation is required from the Department of Trade and Industry that assessed the feasibility of your business and why the contribution would be beneficial and of interest to the Republic.
- A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate if you have traveled or you’re planning to travel in a risk area, as well as your radiology reports.
- If the applicant is traveling to South Africa for a business meeting, the following are required:
- A valid passport expiring no less than 30 days after the expiry of the intended visit.
- A return flight booking.
- A letter of invitation from the business or confirmation from the organization confirming the activity/business they will undertake.
- Proof of funds to support visit or support from sponsoring company.
Student visa
- The student visa is issued to students who intend to study in any of the academic institutions in South Africa.
- A letter of acceptance from the institution you have applied is required. The letter should be written on the Institution's letterhead and state the course and duration of the study.
- An undertaking is required from the registrar of the chosen educational institution to grant proof of registration as contemplated in the relevant legislation within 60 days of registration.
- Students are required to provide proof of sufficient funds. A student is required to have at least USD185 per month to cover financial needs.
- If you are over the age of 18 years, you are required to submit a police clearance certificate not older than 6 months.
- For applicants under the age of 18 years, an unabridged original copy of your birth certificate is required.
- A certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination should be provided.
- International students are allowed to work part-time as long as it does not interfere with your studies.
- Certificates and transcripts from previously attended schools should be submitted during the application process.
Medical visa
- Mozambicans who apply for the medical visa wish to visit South Africa in order to undergo specific medical treatment.
- A signed referral letter from a doctor in Mozambique specifying the nature of health problem and the reason the treatment will be best gotten in South Africa.
- Signed letter from the doctor in South Africa stating that he/she will take up the treatment. The physical address of the hospital should be stated in the letter, as well as, the telephone number.
- A letter from your employer in Mozambique stating awareness and allowance of your leave. Your job position and duration of your employment should be stated in the letter.
- If the applicant is under the age of 18, the original copy of the child’s birth certificate is required. A letter of consent signed by both parents of the minor should also be submitted.
- A copy of Yellow Fever Card with signature and cover page which shows validity dates is mandatory. The Yellow Fever vaccination card should be valid for 10 years.
- There is no visa fee charged for Mozambican passport holders for stays that are less than 30 days.
- Proof that you have the incentive of returning to your country at the expiry of your visa is required.
- Receipt of the paid visa application fee should be submitted.
Exchange visa
- This visa allows applicants to take part in a programme administered or organized by a learning institution in South Africa in conjunction with a learning institution of a foreign state.
- Applicants who do not meet any of the entry requirements will not be allowed entry to South Africa.
- Mozambicans who apply for this visa are eligible to take part in cultural, economic, and social exchange programmes.
- A document from the Department of Basic Education or Higher Education and Training or a learning institution in the country confirming that it is responsible for organizing or administering the existence of the programme should be submitted.
- A document from the foreign state institution or education and training institution confirming the particulars of the applicant, the applicant’s enrolment with the foreign education and training institution, and the date on which the programme shall commence.
- The foreign education and training institution confirming the enrolment of the applicant or the foreign state institution conducting the programme.
- Police clearance from Mozambique is required.
- Medical and radiological report from your doctor in Mozambique is required.
- Proof of medical cover for the duration of the exchange period with a medical scheme registered in terms of the Medical Scheme Act.
Critical Skills
- This visa is issued for a period not exceeding five years.
- A proof that the applicant falls within the critical skills category should accompany the visa application.
- Proof of employment within 12 months after obtaining Critical Skills work visa in the form of an employment contract specifying the occupation and capacity in which you are employed.
- A spouse and dependent children of the holder of this visa shall be issued with an appropriate visa valid for a period of validity of the applicant’s critical skills work visa.
- Applicants are not required to have an employment contract for this visa.
- Police clearance is required from Mozambique.
- Mozambicans are expected to provide a medical and radiological report.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.
Treaty Visa
- A Treaty Visa is an official document that gives permission to applicants to enter South Africa to participate in programs that have been agreed upon by South Africa and Mozambique.
- Applicants with incomplete applications will not be granted this visa.
- A letter from the relevant organ of state attesting to the nature of the program and the treaty under which it is conducted should be submitted.
- If you are 18 years and over, you are required to submit a police clearance.
- A medical and radiological report a physician in Mozambique is required.
- Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is a necessary document during the visa application process.
- If you are traveling with a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate is required.
- Proof of payment of paid visa application fee is required.
Where to apply
South Africa embassy & visa application centers in Mozambique.
Maputo
Address34 Rue des Saadiens, Maputo, Mozambique.
Phone(+258) 1 49 1614
Email[email protected]
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Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to drink tap water in South Africa
Tap water is generally safe in South Africa, especially in larger cities. However, that water tends to be very rich in minerals and may take some time to get used to. It is recommended that you drink bottled water which is widely available.
Do I need a converter/ adapter for the electricity
South Africa uses 220/230 volts electricity and requires a type M plug. Travelers will need a voltage converter for 110 volt devices so it is best to travel with your own adapters.
What time zone is South Africa on
South Africa is on the South African Standard Time, GMT +2 and does not recognize Daylight savings time.
What should I pack to South Africa
You will receive a detailed packing list specific to your tour after you book your flight. On the Safari, luggage should be limited to two items of baggage per person and there is a strict 44 lb weight limit.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest South Africa visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.