Health & Emergencies
Mozambique has a very basic health system, especially outside Maputo. Travel insurance with evacuation coverage is strongly recommended.
The public system is extremely limited and geared mainly to the local population. Tourists rarely get fast care.
There are international-standard private clinics in Maputo, but prices are significant.
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| General practice visit | 2,000-5,000 MZN |
| Emergency room | 5,000-15,000 MZN |
| Hospitalization (per day) | 10,000-30,000 MZN |
| Emergency surgery | 50,000-150,000 MZN |
| Ambulance | 3,000-8,000 MZN |
| Raio-X | 2,000-5,000 MZN |
| Exames de sangue | 1,500-4,000 MZN |
* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Mozambique. Private hospitals typically require upfront payment or proof of insurance. Asteroid clients have immediate coverage and 24/7 support in their language.
The main emergency number in Mozambique is 119. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.
The public system is extremely limited and geared mainly to the local population. Tourists rarely get fast care.
Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 2,000-5,000 MZN, while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.
Pharmacies are limited in Maputo; imported medication is expensive and not always available.
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