Mozambique Exits FATF Grey List: A New Horizon for Investors

MAPUTO, 26 OCTOBER 2025

Maputo, October 26, 2025 — Mozambique has just written an important chapter in its economic history: it has officially been removed from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, after three years of intense monitoring. For some, this is a technical detail; for investors and international operators, it is a clear signal of the credibility and reliability of Mozambique’s financial system.

What It Means to Be on the FATF Grey List

The FATF maintains a grey list for countries that exhibit strategic deficiencies in preventing money laundering and terrorist financing. Being on this list does not mean total isolation, but it does translate into heightened international scrutiny, higher perceived risk, and more challenges accessing credit lines and international financial partners.

Between 2022 and 2025, Mozambique was under this scrutiny, implementing 26 strategic measures, ranging from stronger banking supervision to transparency in non-profit organizations, as well as improved institutional cooperation.

Positive Signal for Investors

Exiting the grey list sends a strong market signal:

• Reduced country risk: international banks and investors now perceive Mozambique as safer and more predictable;
• Improved attractiveness for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI);
• Facilitated international financial transactions;
• Better access to multilateral financing and lower borrowing costs.

Why Mozambique Exited the List

The government implemented robust, measurable reforms including strengthening the Financial Intelligence Unit (GIFiM), banking supervision, institutional cooperation and oversight of at-risk entities like NGOs.

Strategic Perspective: What Investors Should Consider

Leaving the grey list represents a moment of opportunity for those seeking early entry into a stable and expanding market backed by institutional reforms.

Conclusion

Mozambique proves that with strategy, discipline, and institutional cooperation, global credibility can be regained. Investors now see a reliable partner and a market with strong growth potential.