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Research Visa
MozambiqueMozambique•Africa
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Research Visa

Study Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

3 days – 3 months

Estimated Cost

Not confirmed

Fees are set in MZN and vary by duration; consult the nearest embassy.

Stay Duration

Varies by project duration

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Overview

For research and religious/missionary activities in Mozambique, the immigration process is highly regulated and typically requires prior authorization from the relevant Mozambican ministries before a visa can be issued.

The Research Visa is not a standalone category in the e-visa portal and is typically processed as a business or work permit. It requires significant coordination with Mozambican ministries and a local host institution to provide a Term of Responsibility. Applicants must wait for official fee requests before payment.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Authorization from the relevant Mozambican Ministry (e.g., Ministry of Science and Technology or the host institution)

Invitation letter and Term of Responsibility from the Mozambican host institution

Valid passport (6+ months validity)

Medical certificate

Police Clearance Certificate

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Authorization from relevant Ministry

Invitation letter

Term of Responsibility

Valid passport

Medical certificate

Police Clearance Certificate

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows for formal research collaboration
  • Legal status for long-term projects

Worth Knowing

  • Highly regulated
  • Requires prior ministerial approval
  • Fees are non-refundable
  • Lack of ministerial authorization
  • Incomplete documentation
  • Failure to provide Term of Responsibility

Application Process

1

Secure host institution sponsorship

2

Obtain ministerial authorization

3

Submit application via e-Visa portal or Embassy

4

Await official fee request

5

Pay fees and collect visa

Application Forms

Official e-Visa PortalFill online

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