Mozambican visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is NOT required for Lesotho passport holders visiting Mozambique for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lesotho citizens to enter Mozambique for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Mozambique e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Mozambique visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
Mozambique tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Mozambique.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Mozambique.
If you are looking for Mozambique visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Mozambique nearest your place of residence.
- Durban: The Consulate General of in Durban, ~ 270.49 kilometers (168.08 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now).
- Johannesburg: The Consulate General of in Johannesburg, ~ 379.51 kilometers (235.82 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now).
Mozambique visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Mozambique diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to Mozambique from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 131 | N/A |
| 2009 | 161 | 22.90% |
| 2010 | 189 | 17.39% |
| 2011 | 209 | 10.58% |
| 2012 | 232 | 11.00% |
| 2013 | 207 | -10.78% |
| 2014 | 183 | -11.59% |
| 2015 | 171 | -6.56% |
| 2016 | 180 | 5.26% |
| 2017 | 159 | -11.67% |
| 2018 | 302 | 89.94% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Mozambique & Lesotho comparison
Mozambique's area is approximately 786,380 km2 (303,622 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 25.90 times smaller than Mozambique.
As of October 2025, Mozambique's population is ~35.8 million people - 33,606,418 more people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted Mozambique & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Mozambique | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 35,834,356 | 2,227,938 | 33.6 million more people live in Mozambique than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 35 | 14 | Mozambique has 21 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 32 | 48 | Mozambique passport holders visit 16 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 7 | Mozambican hosts 47 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to Mozambique in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting Mozambique in 2018 was approximately 302.
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Useful Information
- Maputo to Maseru: 1315.33 km (817.31 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 44 minutes
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