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Research Visa

Study Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

3 days – 3 months

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

Varies by project duration

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Overview

For research and religious/missionary activities in Mozambique, the immigration process is highly regulated and typically requires prior authorization from the relevant Mozambican ministries before a visa can be issued.

The Research Visa is not a standalone category in the e-visa portal and is typically processed as a business or work permit. It requires significant coordination with Mozambican ministries and a local host institution to provide a Term of Responsibility. Applicants must wait for official fee requests before payment.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Temporary Residence Permit (DIRE Temporária)

Mozambique

Temporary Residence Permit (DIRE Temporária)

Validity1 year (renewable annually)

ProcessingVaries

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Authorization from the relevant Mozambican Ministry (e.g., Ministry of Science and Technology or the host institution)

Invitation letter and Term of Responsibility from the Mozambican host institution

Valid passport (6+ months validity)

Medical certificate

Police Clearance Certificate

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Authorization from relevant Ministry

Invitation letter

Term of Responsibility

Valid passport

Medical certificate

Police Clearance Certificate

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows for formal research collaboration
Legal status for long-term projects

Worth Knowing

Highly regulated
Requires prior ministerial approval
Fees are non-refundable
Lack of ministerial authorization
Incomplete documentation
Failure to provide Term of Responsibility

Application Process

Secure host institution sponsorship

Obtain ministerial authorization

Submit application via e-Visa portal or Embassy

Await official fee request

Pay fees and collect visa

Application Forms

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Overview

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Authorization from the relevant Mozambican Ministry (e.g., Ministry of Science and Technology or the host institution)

Invitation letter and Term of Responsibility from the Mozambican host institution

Valid passport (6+ months validity)

Medical certificate

Police Clearance Certificate

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Authorization from relevant Ministry

Invitation letter

Term of Responsibility

Valid passport

Medical certificate

Police Clearance Certificate