Mozambique Travel Safety Guide
What are the emergency numbers in Mozambique?
Mozambique emergency numbers: 119 (Police), 117 (Ambulance), 198 (Fire Department).
Is Mozambique safe for travelers?
This is a country where regional differences matter a lot. Cabo Delgado is not normal tourism territory, and nearby parts of Niassa and Nampula also carry elevated risk.
Terrorist attacks in the north can be indiscriminate and can affect roads, towns, villages, coastal islands, and parks.
Crime and beach or city theft still matter in lower risk areas, but the north is the real trip changing issue.
What health risks should travelers know about in Mozambique?
Malaria and other mosquito borne diseases are a real planning issue. Bring repellent and do not assume you can sort prevention casually on arrival.
What laws should tourists know about in Mozambique?
Yellow fever vaccination proof is required if you are arriving from a listed risk country, and there are also polio rules in some circumstances.
How is transportation in Mozambique?
Road travel is not something to improvise in the north. Security conditions, checkpoints, and poor road conditions mean overland plans need current local confirmation.
What should travelers know about money in Mozambique?
Declare larger cash amounts at the border. Card reliability can vary, so keep backup cash in a safe split rather than assuming cards will always work.
What practical info do travelers need for Mozambique?
If your trip involves the north, check advice again right before moving, not just before flying into Mozambique. Conditions can change quickly.
City Specific Info
Cabo Delgado
FCDO advises against all travel to Cabo Delgado except Palma town and the area around Pemba and Afungi, and advises against all but essential travel even to those exceptions.
Which embassies are in Mozambique?
Mostly in Maputo, KaMpfumo district.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the emergency number in Mozambique?
In Mozambique, you can reach police at 119, ambulance at 117, fire services at 198. These numbers work from any phone, including mobile phones without a local SIM card.
Is Mozambique safe for tourists?
This is a country where regional differences matter a lot. Cabo Delgado is not normal tourism territory, and nearby parts of Niassa and Nampula also carry elevated risk.
What currency is used in Mozambique?
Declare larger cash amounts at the border. Card reliability can vary, so keep backup cash in a safe split rather than assuming cards will always work.
What health precautions should I take in Mozambique?
Malaria and other mosquito borne diseases are a real planning issue. Bring repellent and do not assume you can sort prevention casually on arrival.
What laws should tourists know about in Mozambique?
Yellow fever vaccination proof is required if you are arriving from a listed risk country, and there are also polio rules in some circumstances.
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