Mozambique to South Africa: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇲🇿 Mozambique 🇿🇦 South Africa
Visa Free

Up to 30 days without a visa.

Mozambique citizens can enter South Africa without a visa for up to 30 days. No embassy appointment or pre-application is required for short stays. Both countries have a comparable cost of living (index ~39, NYC=100).

Mozambique Passport Strength

32 Visa-free
22 Visa on arrival
48 e-Visa
97 Visa required

Entry Details — South Africa

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
30 days
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — South Africa
38.6
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — South Africa
45%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$965/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Africa Destinations — Mozambique Passport

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

South Africa and Mozambique have a broadly similar cost of living (index 39 vs 40, NYC=100).
South Africa cost of living guide →
Tax rates in South Africa — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Mozambique citizens need a visa to visit South Africa?+

Mozambique passport holders currently have Visa Free access to South Africa. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can Mozambique passport holders stay in South Africa?+

The authorised stay for Mozambique citizens in South Africa is 30 days per entry under current rules. Extensions may be available — check with local immigration authorities on arrival.

Is there a digital nomad visa for South Africa?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in South Africa?+

The cost of living index for South Africa is 38.6 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for South Africa.

What documents are required for Mozambique citizens to enter South Africa?+

A valid Mozambique passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.