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The Mozambique Channel separates Madagascar from Mozambique in the Indian Ocean resulting in beaches that rank with the best in the world. Like other African Countries, Mozambique has its war torn characteristics, including left over land mines limiting travel from the beaten path. Once part of Portugal, Mozambique became independant on June 25 1975. Land side, Mozambique is bordered by South Africa, Swaziland, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, and Lake Nyasa. Mozambique has its dangers but if careful, you will find Mozambique to be one of the friendliest places in Africa. You will be welcomed by giant smiles and shouts of Bom Dia!

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The beaches of Bazaruto

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Visa Requirements

Most nationalities need a visa, and while there are rumors that some borders and airports may issue them on arrival, don't count on it and obtain a visa before arrival. They usually cost around $25. Multiple entry visas are also available. South Africans do not require visas for holiday, only for business. At the South African land border (Lebombo/Ressano Garcia) you can choose the currency in which you want to pay for your visa, meticais being slightly cheaper than rand.

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Most international flights arrive from South Africa, although direct international routes also exist between Mozambique and Swaziland, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Kenya and Portugal.

There are several flights daily from Johannesburg to Maputo, operated by South African Airways (SAA) and the Mozambican flag-carrier Linhas Aereas de Moçambique (LAM). These and other airlines such as Kenya Airways, Swazi Express Airways, TAP Portugal also fly from Durban, Swaziland, Dar es Salaam, Harare, Nairobi and Lisbon. In addition, local carrier Air Corridor may start operating one or more international routes soon.

After checking in you need to get a tax stamp on your boarding card. For internal flights the tax is 200 Mts and for International flights 500 Mts to be paid in cash.

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Language

The official language of Mozambique is Portuguese, though many people speak English in the capital Maputo and in touristed areas. The further north you travel the less likely you are to encounter English speakers, and as you enter more rural areas even Portuguese is limited.

Swahili is useful in the far north of the country as you get close to Tanzania, especially along the coast. Some native words from the Shona language can be useful if you are traveling near Cabora Bassa.

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Visa Requirements

Customs and Immigration

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By boat

By train

edit History

edit Government

edit Money

Economy

Banking

Currency

Credit Cards

Tax

Tipping

Shopping

Costs

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edit Weather And Climate

edit Culture

Holidays and Celebrations

Language

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