🇦🇴Angola Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Africa· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Angola?
It depends on your passport. Out of 196 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 103 enter Angola visa-free and 93 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival.
Visa-free
103
nationalities
E-visa
93
nationalities
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Angola tourist e-visa
Angola publishes an online tourist visa. Eligibility depends on your nationality, check your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
Angola eVisa
40 USDStay: 30 daysProcessing: 5-7 business days
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (brasil.mirex.gov.ao), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Angola visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Angola applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Angola visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Angola publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | ||||
| Angola eVisa | Short stay | 30 days | 40 USD | 5-7 business days | Portal | |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 250 USD | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family Reunification | Family | 1 year | 150-200 USD | 30 business days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Luanda
Population
39,300,000
Currency
Angolan kwanza (AOA Kz)
Languages
Portuguese, Umbundu, Kimbundu
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+244
Timezone
Africa/Luanda
Area
1,246,700 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
17 September - Independence Day
Internet domain
.ao
About
Angola is a Southern African country rich in oil and diamonds, bordering the Atlantic Ocean. After a 27-year civil war ending in 2002, it has achieved growing political stability but faces poverty and high youth unemployment. The population is estimated at about 39.3 million in 2025.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(High)
- Avoid carrying valuables
- Do not travel alone at night
Terrorism(Medium)
- Monitoring border areas
- Follow government alerts
Transport
- Use official taxis
- Check vehicle condition
Natural risks(Seasonal floods and droughts)
- Follow weather forecasts
- Prepare an emergency kit
Health(Limited healthcare system, under-equipped hospitals)
- Mandatory vaccines: yellow fever
- International health insurance required
Practical tips
- Register with the consulate before travel
- Avoid protests
- Carry cash in USD or AOA
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Luanda · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Angola?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Angola across 196 nationalities: 103 visa-free, 93 with an e-visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Angola visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 40 USD (Angola eVisa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Is it dangerous to travel to Angola?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall high risk due to crime, political instability, and potential terrorist threats.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Angola?▾
The official currency is Angolan kwanza (AOA Kz). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Angola?▾
The capital of Angola is Luanda. The main spoken languages are: Portuguese, Umbundu, Kimbundu.
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