Mozambique Travel Risk Level

Exercise increased caution to Mozambique due to terrorism, crime, health, and unrest . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Terrorism Terrorist groups in northern Mozambique are active. Attackers may strike public areas and tourist destinations with little or no warning, sometimes taking hostages. Terrorists have targeted upscale lodges in remote areas where international big-game hunters stay. Security and police forces may be slow to respond. There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Mozambique. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Crime Violent crime, such as mugging, is common. Petty crime is common in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Health Mozambique’s health infrastructure is weak. Medicine availability is variable and often in short supply. Local medical facilities may lack basic resources and supplies. Some health facilities may ask for cash payment up front. Medical services for routine and emergency procedures are limited. Read the Health section of the Travel Guidance for more information. Unrest Unplanned protests are possible throughout the country. They can quickly become violent. Protests may temporarily block major roads, including toll booths and border crossings. Do Not Travel to the following areas due to terrorism : Cabo Delgado Province Niassa Special Reserve inside Niassa Province Certain districts in the north of Nampula Province

Higher-risk regions — Level 4 (Do Not Travel): the following areas due to terrorism : Cabo Delgado Province Niassa Special Reserve inside Niassa Province Certain districts in the north of Nampula Province

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel Cabo Delgado Province FCDO advises against all travel to Cabo Delgado Province, except for Palma town and the area around Pemba and Afungi. FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Palma town and the area around Pemba and Afungi. Nampula Province FCDO advises against all travel to the districts of Memba and Eráti in Nampula Province. Niassa Province FCDO advises against all travel to the districts of Mecula and Marrupa in Niassa Province. Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel . Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice FCDO provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice . Follow FCDO travel on Twitter , Facebook and Instagram . You can also sign up to get email notifications when this advice is updated.

Higher-risk regions — Advise against all travel: Cabo Delgado Province FCDO advises against all travel to Cabo Delgado Province, except for Palma town and the area around Pemba and Afungi. FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Palma town…

France Diplomatie : vigilance renforcée sur l'ensemble du pays (jaune).

Higher-risk regions — Travel formally advised against: (en rouge sur la carte) L’extrême nord du pays connait, depuis octobre 2017, un grand nombre d’attaques terroristes, d’inspiration islamiste, revendiquées par l’Etat Islamique au Mozambique. Des…

Auswärtiges Amt: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (general travel and security advice); no travel warning in effect.

Higher-risk regions — Partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung): Auswärtiges Amt: Teilreisewarnung (partial travel warning) — travel advised against for parts of the country.