Guide

Salaries & Rights

What people earn, by sector and profession — and what the law guarantees.

Knowing what a profession pays changes two decisions: which vacancies you apply for, and what you say when asked about salary expectations. Without that number, the negotiation starts blind.

This section gathers what is published about pay in Mozambique: the minimum wage by sector of activity, and the rates paid in specific professions — healthcare, teaching and transport among them. Each article states where the figures come from and what period they refer to, because a salary figure with no date and no source is no basis for a decision.

Alongside the figures, the articles cover the rights that come with any contract: what has to appear on a payslip, what to do when pay falls below the sector minimum, and how to raise it with an employer in writing.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the minimum wage the same across the country?: No. In Mozambique the minimum wage is set by sector of activity, not by region, and is revised periodically. The minimum wage article lists the rates by sector and the date they refer to.
What should I do if I am paid less than my sector minimum?: The first step is to confirm which sector applies and compare it against your payslip. The minimum wage article includes a letter template for raising the question with your employer in writing before taking any further step.
Can I use these figures to negotiate a salary?: As a reference, not as a fixed scale. They are an informed starting point for the conversation; the final figure depends on the employer, your experience and the responsibility of the role.

Frequently asked questions

Is the minimum wage the same across the country?

No. In Mozambique the minimum wage is set by sector of activity, not by region, and is revised periodically. The minimum wage article lists the rates by sector and the date they refer to.

What should I do if I am paid less than my sector minimum?

The first step is to confirm which sector applies and compare it against your payslip. The minimum wage article includes a letter template for raising the question with your employer in writing before taking any further step.

Can I use these figures to negotiate a salary?

As a reference, not as a fixed scale. They are an informed starting point for the conversation; the final figure depends on the employer, your experience and the responsibility of the role.

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