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Mozambican Family / Dependant Residence Visa

A long-stay residence route for family members and dependants of Mozambican citizens or resident foreign nationals.

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The existence of a distinct family/dependant residence visa is inferred from the long-stay residence framework and third-party guides, not confirmed on an official page here. The exact category name, eligibility, documents, validity and fees must be verified with SENAMI before publishing.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Mozambique government website before you apply.
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Official name
Residence Visa (family / dependants)
Route type
Long-stay family reunification / dependant residence
Sponsor
Mozambican citizen or resident foreign national
Residence document
DIRE, obtained after arrival
Number of entries
Single entry (residence visa)
Where to apply
Mozambican embassy/consulate for the visa, then SENAMI in-country for the DIRE permit
Visa must be used within
60 days of issuance
DIRE validity
Tied to the primary permit holder's stay
Exact renewal period not confirmed on the official source — see review note.
Cost / processing
Not confirmed for this route
See review note.

Who it is for

  • Spouses, partners and dependent children of Mozambican citizens
  • Family members and dependants of foreign nationals legally resident in Mozambique
  • People joining a relative to live in Mozambique long-term

Requirements

  • Valid passport
  • Evidence of the family relationship (e.g. marriage or birth certificates)
  • Evidence of the sponsor's Mozambican citizenship or legal residence
  • Registration with SENAMI after arrival to obtain the DIRE

How to apply

Obtain the residence visa from the nearest Mozambican embassy or consulate before travelling — residence is one of the categories that must be arranged in advance rather than online or at the border. The visa is single-entry and must be used within 60 days of issuance.

After arriving, apply to the Serviço Nacional de Migração (SENAMI) for the DIRE residence permit, which lets a dependant reside in Mozambique for the duration of the primary permit holder's stay.

Documents you may need

  • Passport valid 6+ months with blank pages
  • Marriage certificate (spouse) or birth certificate / notarised parental consent (child), translated and notarised where required
  • Authenticated police clearance
  • The primary holder's residence / work authorisation
  • Completed application form and passport photos

Frequently asked questions

  • Not automatically. A dependant who wants to work would need separate work authorisation; the family/residence route covers residing with the primary permit holder.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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