Angola

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Phone Code

+244

Capital

Luanda

Population

35 Million

Native Name

Angola

Region

Africa

Middle Africa

Timezone

West Africa Time

UTC+01:00

Angola is a large country on Africa's Atlantic coast with diverse landscapes ranging from the coastal capital Luanda to the highlands of Huambo and the remote wilderness of Cuando Cubango. Visitors are drawn to Kalandula Falls (one of Africa's largest waterfalls), the historic São Miguel Fort in Luanda, colonial-era architecture, and emerging ecotourism in national parks including Kissama and Iona. Angola's oil-driven economy attracts business travelers while tourism infrastructure continues to develop following decades of civil conflict.

Visa Requirements for Angola

Most foreign nationals require a visa to enter Angola. Angola introduced a tourist e-visa system for eligible nationalities, allowing online application and processing within days. Applicants submit a digital application form, passport scan, passport photograph, yellow fever vaccination certificate, proof of accommodation, return flight ticket, and travel insurance. Business travelers require invitation letters from Angolan companies or organizations along with business registration documents. Traditional visa applications through embassies remain available for those ineligible for e-visa or requiring work, study, or long-term residence permits. Processing times vary; e-visa is fastest for tourist purposes.

Common Visa Types

Tourist Visa (e-Visa)

Single-entry for 30 days; e-visa must be printed and presented at port of entry.

For leisure travel, sightseeing, visiting national parks, cultural tourism, or family visits for eligible nationalities.

Business Visa

Typically 30-90 days single or multiple entry depending on invitation and business purpose.

For commercial meetings, conferences, contract negotiations, trade missions, or business development activities.

Work Visa

Aligned with employment contract duration; requires residence permit for longer stays.

For employment in Angola with job offer from Angolan employer and work authorization from Ministry of Labor.

Transit Visa

Valid for 72 hours; proof of onward ticket and third-country visa required.

For travelers passing through Angola to another destination who must leave the airport transit area.

Important Travel Information

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended departure with at least two blank pages for visa stamps.

Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers entering Angola. Carry your International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow card) at all times.

Tourist e-visa holders must print the e-visa approval and present it at immigration along with passport and supporting documents.