Money & duty free for Mozambique
Exchange rates:
US DollarC$1 = US$0.75
€1 = US$1.04
£1 = US$1.24
Rand
C$1 = R10.54
€1 = R14.71
£1 = R17.55
US$1 = R14.14
Pound Sterling
C$1 = £0.6
€1 = £0.84
US$1 = £0.81
Euro
C$1 = €0.72
£1 = €1.19
US$1 = €0.96
Currency & Money
Mozambican Metical (MZN; symbol MT) = 100 centavos. Notes are in denominations of MT1,000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 20. Coins are in denominations of MT10, 5, 2 and 1, and 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1 centavos.
Credit and debit cards, particularly Visa and Mastercard, are accepted at larger hotels, supermarkets, restaurants and businesses in Maputo and other major cities. Smaller businesses, markets and establishments in rural areas often accept cash only, and card payment systems may occasionally be affected by power or network interruptions.
Mobile payment services such as M-Pesa, e-Mola and Mkesh are widely used by local residents. However, they generally require a locally registered mobile number, so most visitors will find cash and bank cards more convenient during a short stay.
ATMs are widely available in Maputo, Beira, Nampula, Pemba and other larger towns. Many accept international Visa and Mastercard cards, although withdrawal limits and bank charges vary.
ATMs are less common in rural areas and smaller towns, so travellers should carry sufficient cash when travelling outside the main urban centres. Machines may occasionally be out of service or run out of cash, particularly during public holidays or periods of high demand.
There are no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency that may be brought into or taken out of Mozambique. However, foreign currency exceeding the equivalent of US$5,000 must be declared to the customs authorities.
Travellers carrying more than MZN10,000 in Mozambican meticais must also declare the amount to customs. Currency regulations may change, and travellers should check the latest requirements before departure.
Foreign currency can be exchanged at banks, authorised bureaux de change and some hotels in Maputo, Beira and other larger towns. US dollars, euros and South African rand are the most widely accepted currencies for exchange, while British pounds are accepted by some exchange bureaux and banks.
Exchange facilities are limited in smaller towns and remote areas, so travellers should obtain sufficient meticais before travelling outside the main cities. Travellers should use authorised exchange facilities and keep exchange receipts, particularly if they intend to reconvert unused local currency before departure.
Mozambique duty free
The following goods may be imported into Mozambique by passengers aged 18 years and above without incurring customs duty:
• 20 cigarettes, 10 cigarillos, 10 cigars or 250g of tobacco.
• 1L of spirits.
• 2.25L of wine.
• 100ml of perfume or 250ml of eau de toilette.
• Other goods with a maximum value of MT20,000 per item.
Duty-free allowances are subject to change, sometimes at short notice due to policy updates or external factors. Information is correct at the time of writing; travellers should verify current allowances with official customs authorities before departure. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these regulations.
Banned imports include narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, counterfeit currency, counterfeit goods, pornographic material, hazardous waste, unauthorised genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and firearms.
This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.
Anyone planning to export goods from Mozambique should check with the Customs Services to ensure compliance with export regulations. Certain goods, including cultural artifacts, endangered species, and specific agricultural products, may require special permits or be subject to restrictions.
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