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Country Facts:
Mozambique vs. Maldives

Learn about the similarities and differences between Mozambique and Maldives by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Mozambique vs. Maldives - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Mozambique is 309 496 mi², while the surface area of Maldives is 116 mi². This means that the area of Mozambique is 266707% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
309 496 mi²
116 mi²

Coastline length

Mozambique has a coastline of 1 534.8 mi, while Maldives has a coastline of 400.2 mi.

1 534.8 mi
400.2 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Mozambique is Maputo, with a population of about 1 225 900 people. In contrast, the largest city in Maldives is Malé, where the population is 153 379.

1 225 900 ppl
153 379 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Mozambique is Monte Binga, its height is 7 992 ft. The highest peak in Maldives is unnamed location on Villingi, which rises to a height of 16 ft.

7 992 ft
Monte Binga
16 ft
unnamed location on Villingi

Highest recorded temperature

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94.8°F
Hanimaadhoo

Lowest recorded temperature

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63°F
Hulhulé Island

Society

Mozambique vs. Maldives - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Mozambique is about 31 255 435, while Maldives is home to 540 544 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
31 255 435 ppl
540 544 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 56.5 years in Mozambique and 76.7 years in Maldives.

56.5 years
76.7 years

Average age

The average age is 17 years in Mozambique and 29.5 years in Maldives.

17 years
29.5 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 2.58% in Mozambique and -0.12% in Maldives.

2.58%
-0.12%

Literacy

Literacy is 60.7% in Mozambique and 97.7% in Maldives.

60.7%
97.7%

Language

In Mozambique, the main language is Portuguese, and in Maldives the primary language is Dhivehi.

portuguese
dhivehi

Religion

In Mozambique, the main religion is Christianity; in Maldives, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

1 552 000 ppl
Ranking: 82/174
1 234 000 ppl
Ranking: 95/174

Economy

GDP per capita

Mozambique: 1 297 Int$. Maldives: 13 438 Int$.

1 297 Int$
Ranking: 190/194
13 438 Int$
Ranking: 94/194

Currency

Mozambique: Mozambique Metical (MZN). Maldives: Rufiyaa (MVR).

Tools: Currency Calculator
MZN
Mozambique Metical
MVR
Rufiyaa

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Mozambique: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F, M). Electricity in Maldives: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, D, G, J, K, L).

220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F, M
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, D, G, J, K, L

Driving side

Mozambique has left-hand traffic, Maldives has left-hand traffic.

left-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

EURMVRUSDMZN

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Mozambique - June, July, August, September; Maldives - January, February, March, December.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2

Visa requirements

For citizens of France (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa on arrival
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).
Visa on arrival
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B37 EUR - 46 EUR
T97 EUR - 128 EUR
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UNESCO

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

1 site
Most interestingIlha de Mozambique
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