How to get a Visa for Angola
Complete online application
Grab your passport and fill in our simple online form in less than 5 minutes
Receive your travel pre-visa
We will send you your document in a couple of days - without you having to go anywhere!
Start your journey
Show your passport and the Pre-visa we sent you when you arrive at your destination.
Visa Requirements for Angola
- A valid ordinary passport
- A passport style picture
- The yellow fever vaccination card
- Proof of accommodation in Angola
- Flight reservation receipt
- A bank statement attesting to your ability to sustain yourself while in the country
- Email address to receive the documents
- Bank card for payment
If any of these items are missing, your application will be saved so you can fill it in at a later time.
The pre-registration for the Angola visa will be processed 100% online, so you won’t be required to travel to the embassy.
The Visagov online application has been simplified to help our users reduce the chance of any mistakes and avoid long waiting times at their destination. It will take 5 minutes to fill in.
You should print off the document you receive by email and present it with your personal documents when you arrive in Angola. This pre-approval means that, at the border, you will be able to get your Angola eVisa. Please bear in mind that you will have to pay for the visa upon arrival.
Do you need more information? See our complete guide: How to get a visa for Angola
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FAQ
How long does it take to get a previous approval for Angola?
Submitting your application will take no more than 5 minutes once you have all the required documents.
What do I need to do to go to Angola?
To go to Angola you need to have a valid visa, and an ordinary passport with a validity of more than 6 months starting from your arrival date.
Do I need to be vaccinated to travel to Angola?
You need to be vaccinated against yellow fever in order to enter Angola. People who do not present a yellow fever vaccination certificate will be refused entry to the country.
Is it possible to work with a tourist visa in Angola?
No, to work in Angola, you need to go to your country's embassy and apply for a work visa.
What do I have to present when I arrive in Angola?
You must have your pre-approval, your ordinary passport valid for more than 6 months from the date of arrival and your updated yellow fever vaccination certificate.
Do I need an e-Visa for Angola?
In most cases yes, even if some nationalities are excluded. You can consult our eligibility checker to see if you need a visa for Angola.
When is the best time to apply for my visa for Angola?
We recommend you to complete your visa application at least 15 days before your trip.
Which countries need a visa for Angola?
All travelers must have a valid visa, except Angolan citizens, citizens of Namibia and Cape Verde, citizens of Brazil and South Africa, as long as they carry an official or diplomatic passport. Citizens of Cuba, Portugal, Russia and São Tomé and Príncipe do not need a visa either, as long as they carry a diplomatic or service passport, and foreigners residing in Angola who carry a return permit.
You can use our eligibility checker to see if you need a visa to visit Angola.
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Visa Angola: More information
All foreign national travellers must apply for a visa to travel to Angola, regardless of the reason for their journey. The only nationality exempted from applying for a visa is Portuguese when travelling for tourism or visiting a family member.
To visit Angola, you must apply for a eVisa Angola. For eligible nationalities, the Angola Pre-visa is valid for 60 days and allows a maximum stay of 30 days in the country. The Angola tourist Pre-visa allows multiple entries during this period. Note that it is not possible to live or work in the country with this visa.
Each traveller will be assessed individually upon arrival in Angola. Note that having an approved visa does not guarantee access to Angola. If you have falsified or omitted information relevant to your stay in the country, government authorities may deny entry.