Mozambique•AfricaPermanent Residence Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
300 USD
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Permanent residence status granted after 10 consecutive years of legal residence. Renewable every 5 years. Gateway to potential citizenship.
Permanent residence status for foreign nationals who have maintained legal continuous residence in Mozambique for 10 consecutive years. Renewable every 5 years indefinitely.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity, 3+ blank pages
Passport photos
2 recent color photographs
Residence history
Documentation of 10 consecutive years legal residence
Medical certificate
Confirming good health
Police clearance
From country of origin and residence
Tax clearance
Valid clearance from Mozambique
Employment contract
If employed in Mozambique
OptionalFinancial documentation
Proof of financial means to support residence
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Advantages
- Indefinite renewal capability
- Pathway to citizenship
- Unrestricted work authorization
- Family inclusion possible
Considerations
- Requires 10 years prior legal residence
- Cannot be granted to new arrivals
- Complex documentation requirements
- Limited supply through application
Application Process
Verify residence history
Document 10 consecutive years of legal residence
Prepare documents
Gather all permanent residence requirements
Apply with NDM
Submit application to National Directorate of Migration
Medical examination
Provide health certification
Background check
Complete police and financial verification
Pay application fee
Pay USD 200-400 application fee
Await decision
Wait for permanent residence approval
Application Forms
Permanent Residence Application Form
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