Short-Term Work Permit
Category: Migration · Processing time: 4–8 weeks
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Serviço Nacional de Migração de Moçambique
Always submit applications through the official source. Last verified 2026-05-29.
Visa type
Migration
Processing time
4–8 weeks
Fees
MinIncomePoints: €120/yr salary
Validity
Up to 90 days
Stay duration
Up to 90 days
Entry type
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Insurance
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Overview
Short-Term Work Permit immigration pathway. Path to permanent residence: —. Path to citizenship: —. Income / points requirement: €120/yr salary.
- Leads to permanent residency: No
- Requires job offer: Yes
- Language required: Yes
- Minimum education: Not specified
- Financial requirement: €1,500
Estimated Costs
- - MinIncomePoints: €120/yr salary
- - MinSavings: €1,500
- - PathToPr: —
- - PathToCitizenship: —
Required Documents
- - Valid passport
- - Job offer letter
- - Proof of qualifications
- - Financial proof (minimum savings)
- - Language proficiency proof (Portuguese B1)
Application Steps
- Obtain a job offer from a Mozambican employer.
- Gather required documents.
- Submit the application online or at the nearest Mozambican embassy.
- Pay the application fee.
- Wait for processing (4–8 weeks).
Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Serviço Nacional de Migração de Moçambique →
Travel Insurance Requirement
- Mandatory: Confirm with official source
- Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules
- Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions
- Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority
Embassy, Consulate & Appointments
Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location. Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees.
Open appointment or official portal →Browse foreign embassies in Mozambique (MigrantIQ directory) →
Directory listings are for planning only — not legal advice. Confirm jurisdiction and appointment rules on the official portal.
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Benefits & What This Visa Allows
- - Citizenship timeline: —
Trust & safety
Before you pay or submit documents
Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract.
Relevant laws
- Immigration Status and Overstay Rules
Immigration · Severity: Critical
Your right to stay in Mozambique depends on the exact visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you hold. Do not assume a pending application, job offer, or school admission
- Work Authorisation Rules
Employment · Severity: Critical
In Mozambique, a visa that allows entry does not always allow work. Paid employment, freelancing, remote work, internships, and trial shifts may each have different permission rules.
- Tax Residency and Income Reporting
Tax · Severity: High
Living in Mozambique for long enough, working locally, or registering as a resident may trigger tax-residency or income-reporting duties even if your income is paid from abroad.
Active scam alerts
Some agents overcharge newcomers for translations, notarisation, apostilles, or courier services for Mozambique, and may produce documents that are not accepted by official authorities.
Scammers impersonate airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents and claim you must pay a special fee to enter Mozambique, avoid questioning, release documents, or fast-track border
Fraudsters offer admission, scholarships, or student visa packages for Mozambique through unofficial agents. Victims may receive fake acceptance letters that fail verification during visa pro
Scammers advertise fake apartments in Mozambique, pressure newcomers to transfer a deposit before viewing, and disappear after sending a fake lease or copied property photos.
Quick Eligibility Check
Use this self-check for Short-Term Work Permit. It does not replace official legal assessment.
Common Rejection Reasons
- - Incomplete application or missing documents.
- - Insufficient proof of financial means.
- - Failure to meet language requirements.
Application Tips
- - Ensure all documents are translated into Portuguese if necessary.
- - Double-check the job offer details for accuracy.
- - Submit your application as early as possible to allow for processing time.
Sources & References
Use these references for verification. Official government and appointment portals override summary guidance on MigrantIQ.
- Serviço Nacional de Migração de Moçambique
Official source for forms, appointments, fees, and final requirements.
- MigrantIQ visa record
Last verified 2026-05-29.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This visa is designed for applicants matching Migration pathway criteria.
Typical processing time is 4–8 weeks, subject to documentation quality and application volume.
Start with eligibility evidence, document checklists, and proof of funds before submitting.