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The Mozambican National Migration Service has published its year-to-date statistics for refused entry to the country. Agency spokesperson Cira Fernandes announced the January-to-September statistics in her weekly press briefing. The key points were:
In addition to its continuing efforts at the border, the Migration Service has also intensified its employer audits across the country this year to identify and repatriate foreign citizens working in Mozambique illegally. These audits may be scheduled or unannounced.
Employers may be fined for employing a worker without a work permit if one is required, and repeat offenders may have their facilities closed. Fines are determined on a case-by-case basis, depending on the type of violation. In addition, the government will publish the details of noncompliant companies and foreign workers in the local media. Foreign nationals working without a work permit may be fined and are frequently deported.
BAL Analysis: The recent publication of figures on refused entry indicates that the Mozambican government is continuing to crack down on abuse of the immigration and work permit system.
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