South African High Commission in Maputo
The South African High Commission in Maputo serves South Africans living in, working in, or travelling through Mozambique. As neighbouring Commonwealth countries with a long shared border, there is significant cross-border traffic between South Africa and Mozambique. This page covers passport services, consular assistance, and border crossing information.
Contact Information
Address
South African High Commission
Avenida Eduardo Mondlane 41
Maputo, Mozambique
DIRCO emergency: +27 12 351 1000
Opening Hours
Office: Mon-Fri 08:00-16:30
Consular: Mon-Fri 08:30-12:00
Closed on Mozambican & South African public holidays
Services Available
Passport & ID Services
- Passport renewals & new applications
- Emergency Travel Certificates
- ID document assistance
Consular Services
- Birth, marriage, death registration
- Document authentication
- Police clearance fingerprinting
- Consular assistance (arrests, hospitalization)
- Repatriation assistance
Passport Renewal in Mozambique
Passport renewals are handled through the High Commission in Maputo. Contact the consular section for an appointment.
Standard 32-page
R1,200
~6-8 weeks
Maxi 48-page
R2,400
~6-8 weeks
Emergency Travel Cert
R140
1-2 working days
Border Crossings
South Africa and Mozambique share multiple border posts. The busiest crossings are:
| Border Post | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lebombo / Ressano Garcia | Between Komatipoort (SA) and Ressano Garcia (MZ) | Main crossing; busiest, connects N4/EN1 |
| Kosi Bay / Ponta do Ouro | Between KZN (SA) and Ponta do Ouro (MZ) | Popular for beach tourism |
| Giriyondo | Between Kruger Park (SA) and Limpopo NP (MZ) | Seasonal; connects the two parks |
South Africans can enter Mozambique visa-free for up to 30 days. Carry your passport (not ID book). Vehicle documentation and third-party insurance are required if driving.