Immigration

Mozambique: National Minimum Monthly Wage Increased

The minimum monthly wage for foreign workers in Mozambique has increased for several economic sectors. Since government fees are calculated based on the minimum wages for each sector, foreign nationals will see an increase in the government fees for work permit applications. Since foreign nationals typically earn more than the national minimum wage, there is a low level of impact to employers employing foreign workers.

The situation

Labour authorities have published new statutory minimum wage levels for 2018 for several economic sectors, effective April 1, 2018.

A closer look

The new national monthly minimum wages are as follows: