Mozambique
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 35.6 million people live in Mozambique, on 801,590 km². The capital is Maputo.
- Capital
- Maputo
- Population
- 35,631,653
- Area
- 801,590 km²
- Official language
- Portuguese
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Mozambique?
Sockets take plug type C/F/M, at 220 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Mozambique?
Call 119 for the police, 117 for an ambulance and 198 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Mozambique?
About 10 %.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Mozambique?
Traffic drives on the left, so look right first when you cross the street.
What currency is used in Mozambique?
Prices are in Mozambican Metical (MZN).
What language do they speak in Mozambique?
Official language: Portuguese.
How do I call a number in Mozambique from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +258.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
