Real estate
Property, land rights and leases explained properly
In Mozambique all land belongs to the State. What you acquire is a right of use — and understanding that distinction protects your investment.
Understanding the DUAT
The DUAT (Direito de Uso e Aproveitamento da Terra) is the land use right issued by the State. Buildings and improvements can be privately owned and transferred, while the underlying land right is granted for a defined term and purpose. Verifying the DUAT is the first step in any transaction.
Buying and leasing
We handle title and DUAT verification, municipal records, encumbrance checks, negotiation, notarised deeds, transfer taxes and registration — and we walk away from deals that do not survive due diligence.
Managing from abroad
Non-resident owners get tenant vetting, rent collection, maintenance coordination, statutory compliance and quarterly reporting so a coastal asset does not become a long-distance liability.
Services
Property services
Each service below has its own detailed page covering scope, process, timelines and common questions.
Residential Property
Apartments in Maputo, family homes in Sommerschield, coastal houses in Bilene, Vilankulo and Pemba — bought properly.
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Commercial Property
Office, retail, warehousing and industrial land — sourced against your operational requirements, not an agent's stock list.
Read moreLand Acquisition & DUAT
Land in Mozambique is State-owned. What you obtain, verify and protect is the DUAT — and that is a very different document.
Read moreProperty Management
For owners who are not in the country, we run the asset: tenants, rent, maintenance, compliance and clear reporting.
Read moreConveyancing & Title
The legal machinery of transfer, handled so that what you paid for is what is registered in your name.
Read moreFrequently asked questions
Can foreigners buy property in Mozambique?
Foreigners can own buildings and acquire the associated land use right, typically where they hold residence or an established local entity. Land itself cannot be owned outright by anyone, Mozambican or foreign.
What costs come with a purchase?
Budget for transfer tax (SISA), notary and registration fees, legal fees and, where applicable, agency commission. We provide a full landed-cost estimate before you sign.
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Tell us what you are trying to do in Mozambique and we will point you to the right service — or tell you honestly if we are not the right fit.