United States Embassy in Maputo

Botschaft von USA in Maputo, Mosambik

The U.S. Embassy in Maputo manages the U.S. relationship with Mozambique, a country of strategic importance in Southern Africa. The mission's priorities include health security (especially through PEPFAR), peace and security (countering insurgency in Cabo Delgado), and promoting economic prosperity and good governance. The U.S. is a major provider of humanitarian and development assistance to Mozambique.

Visumdienste

The embassy provides nonimmigrant and immigrant visa services. It facilitates travel for Mozambican citizens to the United States for business, tourism, and education.

Konsularische Dienste

The American Citizen Services (ACS) unit offers passport services, Consular Reports of Birth Abroad, notarial services, and emergency assistance to U.S. citizens in Mozambique.

Handels- und Exportunterstützung

The embassy's Political/Economic section supports U.S. trade and investment, particularly in Mozambique's vast natural gas sector. It assists U.S. companies in navigating the local market and advocates for a transparent business environment.

Investitionsmöglichkeiten

The embassy highlights massive investment opportunities in Mozambique's LNG sector, one of the largest in the world, while also advising on the significant security and operational risks, particularly in the north of the country.

Geschäftsunterstützung

The embassy advocates for U.S. business interests, especially for the major American investments in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects, and works with the Mozambican government to improve the investment climate.

Kultur- und Bildungsprogramme

The Public Affairs section fosters mutual understanding through programs like the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), English language programs, and cultural exchanges.

Terminvereinbarung

Appointments are required for all routine consular services and must be scheduled online through the embassy's website.

Besondere Hinweise

The security situation in the northern province of Cabo Delgado is a major focus of U.S. engagement, with the U.S. providing security assistance to help Mozambique counter the ISIS-affiliated insurgency.