Mozambique Currency Guide
The currency of Mozambique and how to prepare for payments — all on one page. The currency used in Mozambique is the Mozambican Metical (MZN).
Currency
Mozambican Metical
MZN
Reference rate · November 1, 2026
1 USD ≈ 63.9 MZN
1 EUR ≈ 71.6 MZN
1 GBP ≈ 85.6 MZN
Mozambican Metical conversion table
Reference values calculated at the mid-market rate as of November 1, 2026. Banks and card issuers add their own fees to actual exchanges and card payments.
| USD | MZN |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 63.9 MZN |
| 5 USD | 319 MZN |
| 10 USD | 639 MZN |
| 50 USD | 3,195 MZN |
| 100 USD | 6,390 MZN |
| 500 USD | 31,948 MZN |
| MZN | USD |
|---|---|
| 100 MZN | 1.57 USD |
| 500 MZN | 7.83 USD |
| 1,000 MZN | 15.7 USD |
| 5,000 MZN | 78.3 USD |
Payment Tips to Remember
Always pay in the local currency
If a terminal asks whether to charge in your home currency, always choose the local currency. Choosing your home currency triggers DCC (dynamic currency conversion), which adds a hidden markup.
Set up a travel card before you fly
Prepaid multi-currency travel cards let you convert money in the app beforehand and pay like a debit card locally. Fees are usually lower than cash exchange counters, and you can freeze the card instantly from the app if lost.
Airport exchange counters: last resort
Airport counters are convenient but tend to offer some of the worst rates. If you need cash, exchange via your bank's app before departure or consider withdrawing from a local ATM.
Check ATM fees on screen
Local ATMs may add their own operator fee. Check the fee shown on the confirmation screen before proceeding. If the ATM offers conversion to your home currency (DCC), choosing the local currency is usually better.
Keep some small cash
Every country has places that don't take cards — markets, tips, small transport. Carrying a small amount of cash in separate places keeps you covered.
Cards for Abroad
Explore the Wise multi-currency card
One account holding 40+ currencies, converting and paying at mid-market based rates. Handy for multi-country trips — no need to exchange for each currency separately.
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Local data
Get an eSIM for Mozambique before you go
Activate mobile data with a QR code instead of swapping SIM cards. Buy it before departure and switch it on the moment you land.
Airalo
Yesim
Saily
Drimsim
Check prices and availability on the booking sites.
City Guides in Mozambique
Maputo
Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, faces the Indian Ocean and thrives around its harbor. Known as the hometown of football star Eusébio, the city also offers a cathedral and gardens to explore.
Island of Mozambique
A small island in the strait off northern Mozambique, it bears traces of the Portuguese colonial era and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can wander through old forts and churches while also enjoying beautiful beaches.
Beira
A port city on the central coast of Mozambique, Beira also serves as a gateway linking Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Zambia. Here you can feel the distinctive energy of a city that has grown up around its harbor.
Nampula
Nampula is the hub city of northern Mozambique and one of the country's largest urban centers. It makes an excellent base for traveling around the northern region.
Tete
Tete is a city on the banks of the Zambezi River in western Mozambique. Its name means "reed," and it's a great place for a stroll while taking in the scenery along the river.