Is Mozambique safe to live in?

Mozambique is a relatively safe place and most travellers shouldn’t have any difficulties. That said, there are a few areas where caution is warranted.

What is life like in Mozambique?

Mozambican Culture The capital, Maputo, has over one million residents. Most Mozambicans live in rural areas and are of African origin. The people of Mozambique are often described as calm and outgoing. Mozambican culture tends to be relaxed, favoring a slower paced way of living.

Is it expensive to live in Mozambique?

Mozambique has a low cost of living. Expats will find this makes living cheaply relatively easy. However, the low cost of living is matched by low salaries. Expats might find it difficult to save while living in Mozambique, especially when earning in the local currency.

Is Mozambique still on lockdown?

On September 7, 2020 Mozambique transitioned from a State of Emergency (SOE) to a State of Public Calamity (SOPC). The SOPC will continue indefinitely at the red alert level while the risk of spreading COVID-19 exists in Mozambique.

Where do expats live in Mozambique?

Maputo
Expats are concentrated in the metropolitan capital Maputo.

Where to live in Mozambique as an expat?

Many expats relocate to Maputo, the capital and largest city in Mozambique. The city is lush and exudes old-world charm. The cost of living is low, depending on one’s tastes.

What is it like to live in Maputo?

At some points, Maputo can almost feel just like Portugal but with hotter weather, crazier driving and slightly more bureaucracy. This is good and bad at the same time: on the one hand, you can easily have the comforts of home whenever you want them.

What is the health care in Mozambique like?

In urban areas, particularly in the capital city Maputo, the standard is better, but many expatriates living in Mozambique tend to take out private health insurance and seek treatment for serious issues in nearby South Africa, which has a much higher standard of care.

What do you need to know about Mozambique?

Tipping tour guides, cleaners and porters is also common in Mozambique. Electricity: 220V, 50Hz. Two-pin round plugs are common, while three-pin plugs can also be found. Transport and driving: Drive on the left-hand side.