Italy Visa RequirementsFor Mozambique passport holders
Mozambican citizens require a Schengen C-type short-stay visa to enter Italy. Italy is a founding Schengen member and processes applications through its embassies and VFS Global centers. The Italian Embassy in Maputo serves Mozambican applicants.
Mozambique passport holders require a visa to enter Italy.
Apply at the Italian Embassy in Maputo or a VFS Global center. Documents include a valid passport, Schengen application form, two biometric photos, travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum), confirmed return flights, hotel bookings, bank statements, and proof of occupation. The fee is EUR 80.
Italy is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Mozambique to Italy: What You Need to Know
Italy does not offer visa-free access to Mozambican citizens. The Schengen visa permits up to 90 days in any 180-day period. The Italian Embassy in Maputo handles visa applications for Mozambican citizens directly.
How to Get There
Connections from Mozambique to Italy are available via Johannesburg with onward flights to Rome or Milan. TAP Air Portugal also connects Maputo to Lisbon with connections to Italian cities.
Money & Banking
Italy uses the Euro (EUR). ATMs are widely available. Cards are accepted at most businesses though cash is still common in smaller restaurants and local markets.
Practical Tips
1. The Italian Embassy in Maputo processes Schengen applications for Mozambican citizens.
2. Apply 3-4 weeks before travel.
3. Travel insurance covering medical emergencies is mandatory.
4. Financial means of at least EUR 50 per day should be demonstrated.
5. Italy is one of the most popular Schengen destinations; apply well in advance for summer travel.