Mozambique Work Permits

Mozambique Work visas are issued for 30 days and must be converted to residence authorisation once you’re in Mozambique. It gives you the right to live in Mozambique on a valid work permit

There are two Mozambique Work Permits:

1. Mozambique Short-Term Work Permit
2. Mozambique Long-Term Work Permit

Note: You also require residence authorisation to stay in Mozambique for any significant period. You can apply for residence authorisation from within the country.

We’ll take a brief look at short-term and long-term work permits.

The length of time you can stay in Mozambique on a Short-Term Work Permit depends on which industry you’re in.
Most industries are given permits for up to 90 days per year.
However, if you’re in the mining, oil, and gas industries, you can get up to 180 days per year.

This is because these industries in Mozambique experience labour shortages and need skilled workers to fill critical jobs.

Long-term work permits in Mozambique are valid for up to two years, with an option to renew the permit for a further two years. The mining, oil, and gas industries receive special consideration.

Note: Mozambique immigration works with a quota system.
Companies can only employ a certain percentage of foreign nationals. The smaller the company, the greater the percentage.

Contact IBN Immigration Solutions to help you unravel Mozambican work permits. We’ll assign an immigration consultant to support and assist you throughout the application process.