Unregistered religious institutions are often able to function in practice but potentially face difficulties with authorities and are unable to sponsor foreign clergy for visas.

Visa problems especially affect Christian churches, many of which depend on foreign clergy.

During the colonial era, Christian missionaries were active in Mozambique, and many foreign clergy remain in the country.

Protestants from a number of denominations and foreign clergy actively practice and proselytize, as do representatives of Asian religious groups.

There was a forced expulsion of foreign clergy and the seizure of Church properties.

Recent regulatory changes made the application process for foreign clergy to work in the United States lengthy, and she wasn't able to enter the country until mid-August.

In recent years, visas for foreign clergy no longer are restricted, and most visas were approved during the period covered by this report.

The shortage of foreign clergy impedes the functioning of Christian congregations.

An organization inviting foreign clergy must make a written request to OPRRNA, including the proposed dates and reason for the requested visit.

Internal affairs agencies may compel the departure of foreign clergy by denying registrations and stay permits.