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in US Dollar (USD)
Change cash in local currency
Local currency / ISO Code
Metical MZM
Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Banks
8.00 - 11.00 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
9.00 - 13.00 h and 15.00 - 18.30 h (Mon - Fri)
9.00 - 13.00 h (Sat)
+ 1 h; +/- 0 h during our summer time
Official language
Portuguese
Language capabilities
English
Maputo
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
220 volt / adapter recommended
Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds.
Maputo, Av. Ahmed Sekou Touré 637
Tel. +258 21 31 52 75 / +258 21 36 05 00
Left-hand driving.
International driver's license required.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 (varies by rental company).
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Risk of dengue fever.
Year-round risk of malaria throughout the country.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Security
Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.
Observe elementary safety precautions.
Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.
Walking the streets after nightfall is not advised.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Avoid nighttime driving.
Special legal regulations
Photographing persons wearing an uniform, military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
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