15 July 2010

News24: massive visa cost increase in Mozambique

According to news24.co.za Mozambique has increased visa costs by up to 1000%.
  • Temporary residence permits now cost R5 300 and permanent permits R6 700 against R500 for both previously. 
  • Tourist visa prices at borders increased from $25 (R190) to $82 (R615) on 06 July 2010. These visas were only valid for 30 days.
UPDATE: According to Tourismupdate (via ATTA) the increase is currently only applicable at some borders. Most airports are still working on between USD 25 and USD 30 pp as they don't yet have the technology required for the new visas. The new fees are currently enforced at Maputo (Malavane) Airport and the Komatipoort border.
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    2 comments:

    1. AnonymousJuly 19, 2010 at 10:50 AM

      That is just stupid. Do they want to scare Non-SA tourists off?

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    2. AnonymousJuly 22, 2010 at 10:05 AM

      Typical for the African way of thought... looks like you'll make more money, but your just shrewing yourself.

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