The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported to the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Both are available from the Superintendent of Documents, Washington, D.C. 20402. Banditry along major highways continues to threaten the safety of road travelers. Periodically, the U.S. Embassy has restricted Embassy personnel from traveling on certain roads or has imposed certain restrictions on road travel. Due to the physical conditions of roads, travel outside Maputo often requires four wheel vehicles which create an additional security risk since these vehicles are high theft items.
Public transportation is extremely limited.
Travelers contemplating surface travel may wish to contact the U.S. Embassy for the most current information on road travel. Currency can be converted at locations authorized by the Government. It is against the law to destroy Mozambican currency, offenders can expect jail sentences and fines. Credit cards are not widely accepted in Mozambique. A large number of merchants prefer to be paid in U.S. dollars.