Overview
The British High Commission in Maputo — officially a High Commission under Commonwealth protocol, Mozambique having joined the Commonwealth in 1995 — represents the United Kingdom in Mozambique and coordinates a substantial bilateral relationship. The UK is a significant development cooperation partner, supporting health, education, and governance programmes. British tourists visit Mozambique for the Bazaruto Archipelago's pristine diving and beach lodges, the Quirimbas Islands' remote luxury resorts, whale shark and manta ray diving at Tofo Beach, the restored Gorongosa National Park, the UNESCO-listed Ilha de Moçambique with its historic Stone Town, and Maputo's Portuguese colonial architecture, seafood culture, and vibrant markets. British businesses are engaged in Mozambique's energy sector, mining, infrastructure development, tourism investments along the Indian Ocean coastline, and agricultural partnerships. The High Commission provides consular protection and assistance to British nationals across Mozambique — consult FCDO travel advice before travelling, particularly regarding regional travel recommendations. Mozambique's over 2,500 km of Indian Ocean coastline, coral reefs, and largely undeveloped island paradises make it one of Southern Africa's most distinctive beach and diving destinations.