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Do Finland passport holders need a visa to visit MZ?

Finnish passport holders do not need a traditional visa for a short tourist stay in Mozambique (visa-exempt for up to 30 days), but they must obtain a mandatory Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) online before departure. Apply at evisa.gov.mz at least 48 hours ahead. Finland (FI) is on Mozambique's list of visa-exempt countries, allowing ordinary passport holders to enter for tourism for up to 30 days (extendable once for another 30 days in-country). However, Mozambique has layered a mandatory Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) on top of the visa waiver. The ETA was first introduced in May 2023, made mandatory for 29 visa-exempt countries (including Finland) in April/May 2025, briefly suspended in May 2025 due to platform technical problems, and reinstated when the relaunched eVisa/ETA portal (run with VFS Global) went live on 11 February 2026. As of mid-2026, Finnish travelers should apply for the ETA online at the official portal evisa.gov.mz before travel; airlines now check for it at boarding. The ETA is not a visa - it is a pre-travel registration for visa-exempt nationals. Travelers must also carry a passport valid 6+ months with two blank pages, a return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds. Reported fees vary between the official 650 MZN (~EUR 9 / USD 10) administrative figure and the higher ~USD 48 cited for the relaunched portal; budget accordingly. Because enforcement and the on-arrival channel have been inconsistent through 2025-2026, the safe and recommended route is to secure the ETA before departure.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for visa-exempt nationals - applied online before travel; not a visa
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry (extendable once by a further 30 days inside Mozambique)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (re-register/apply again for a new trip)
from issue date
Visa fee
650 MZN (approx. EUR 9 / USD 10) per the official 2025 notice; the relaunched 2026 portal has reported figures up to ~USD 48 - confirm at checkout
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically within 48 hours; apply at least 48 hours before departure (3-5 days recommended)
standard track
Validity
ETA valid for 60 days from approval; passport must be valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport and eligibility
Check your Finnish ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure from Mozambique and has at least two blank pages. Finland is on the visa-exempt/ETA list.
· 6+ months validity· 2 blank pages
/02
Gather supporting documents
Prepare a digital passport bio-page scan, a passport-style photo, a confirmed return/onward ticket, paid accommodation booking, and proof of sufficient funds.
· Tourism
/03
Apply on the official ETA portal
Create an account at evisa.gov.mz, select the ETA track for visa-exempt nationals, complete the form, upload documents, and pay the fee.
· evisa.gov.mz· Apply 48h+ before travel
/04
Wait for approval
Approval is usually issued within 48 hours, often within minutes to a couple of days. Apply 3-5 days ahead to absorb any delays, especially in peak season.
· ~48 hours
/05
Download and print the ETA
Download the approved ETA PDF from the portal and print it. Airlines verify the ETA at boarding, so carry a printed copy plus a digital backup.
· Carry printed copy
/06
Present documents at the Mozambican border
Show your passport, printed ETA, return ticket, accommodation proof, and funds evidence to immigration. You may stay up to 30 days and request a 30-day extension in-country if needed.
· Up to 30 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Finnish ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond departure
required
At least two blank passport pages
required
Approved ETA obtained online before departure (printed)
required
Passport-style photo uploaded during application
required
Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
required
Proof of paid accommodation / hotel reservation
required
Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
required
ETA fee paid (card or accepted currency)
required
Travel/health insurance covering Mozambique
recommended
Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic country
conditional
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
ETA government fee (official 2025 notice)650 MZN (~EUR 9 / USD 10)Per the April 2025 government notice; payable in local or accepted foreign currency
ETA fee (relaunched 2026 portal, reported)up to ~USD 48 (~EUR 40)Higher figure cited for the Feb 2026 relaunched portal; confirm exact amount at checkout
30-day extension (in-country, if needed)Varies (paid to migration office)Optional; requested at a Mozambican immigration office during your stay
Total estimate650 MZN (~USD 10) — ~USD 48 (~EUR 40)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Online ETA via official portal
Usually within 48 hours; apply 3-5 days ahead
Apply directly at evisa.gov.mz, the official government/VFS Global portal. This is the safe, recommended route since airlines check the ETA at boarding.
Last-minute application
48-hour legal minimum before departure
Possible but risky - any technical delay could prevent boarding. Avoid during peak season.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa-exempt with mandatory pre-travel ETA
Finland is visa-exempt for up to 30 days, but a relaunched mandatory ETA (portal live 11 Feb 2026) must be obtained before travel.
High
/02
Airline boarding checks
Carriers verify the approved ETA before boarding; travelers without it may be denied boarding or entry.
High
/03
Unreliable visa-on-arrival channel
On-arrival processing has been inconsistent through 2025-2026; the online ETA is the dependable option.
Medium
/04
Document and passport conditions
Failure to show 6-month passport validity, return ticket, accommodation, or funds can lead to refusal.
Medium
/05
Overstay beyond 30 days without extension
Staying past the 30-day limit without an in-country extension can incur fines.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Finland to Mozambique route verified
Confirmed Finland is visa-exempt (30 days) but subject to the mandatory ETA reinstated with the relaunched evisa.gov.mz portal on 11 Feb 2026. Verified against Wikipedia visa policy, the Mozambique embassy (Sweden/Nordics), and VisasNews reporting.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Finnish citizens need a visa for Mozambique?—
No traditional visa is needed for tourism up to 30 days - Finland is visa-exempt. However, you must obtain a mandatory Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) online before you travel.
What is the difference between the ETA and an eVisa?+
How long before my trip should I apply for the ETA?+
How long can I stay in Mozambique on the ETA?+
Can I still get a visa or entry permit on arrival?+
How much does the ETA cost?+
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