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Angola

At a Glance

Capital Luanda
Language Portuguese, Umbundu
Population 30,355,880 (2018 est.)
GDP Total $193.6 billion (2017 est.)
GDP Per Capita $6,800 (2017 est.)
Assessing Travel and Visa Obligations

 

When traveling to Angola, your nationality and the types of activities you will conduct during your trip will determine whether you may travel lawfully as a business visitor or if you require work authorization. Please seek advice from your immigration counsel if you are uncertain about the specific types of activities that constitute business or work.

 

Traveling for Business

 

What types of activities may I engage in as a business visitor?

As a business visitor to Angola, you may engage in the activities below. While this list is not exhaustive and other activities could qualify as business, you may:

  • » Attend business meetings
  • » Attend conventions or trade shows
  • » Tour a company facility

 

If I qualify as a business visitor, do I need a visa for Angola?

Most foreign nationals, including nationals of the United States and the European Union Member States, are required to obtain a visa prior to travel. The most common types of visas for business travelers are the Tourist Visa and the Short-Term Visa. In general, Tourist Visas and Short-Term Visas must be obtained from an Angolan Consulate or Embassy prior to travel, though select nationalities are eligible to apply for a Tourist e-Visa. Only nationals from select countries, including Namibia, are eligible for visa waiver status, which allows visitors to enter and conduct business activities in Angola. Please obtain an individual assessment prior to travel to determine your eligibility for a visa waiver and to determine the applicable visa type.

 

Working in Angola

 

What types of activities require work authorization?

The activities below, whether paid or unpaid, generally constitute work under Angolan law. This list is not exhaustive, and many other professional activities are considered work in Angola, even if conducted for a short duration.

  • » Hands-on technical activities
  • » Marketing
  • » Consulting

In limited circumstances, French and Portuguese nationals may be eligible for visa facilitation for a Short-Term Visa to engage in specific, short-term professional activities, although strict preconditions must be met. An individual assessment is recommended prior to travel to determine eligibility.

 

If I am traveling to Angola for work, what type of work authorization do I need?

The most common form of work authorization in Angola is the Work Visa, which is issued to foreign nationals seeking to perform work activities in Angola. The requirements for a Work Visa depend on your qualifications, on the nature and duration of your work, and the sector of the economy in which the employer operates in Angola.

 

Is it possible to be exempted from work authorization requirements?

In general, Angola does not offer long-term work authorization exemptions.

 

What else should I know?

 

Inevitably, the legal and strategic considerations impacting visa selection, as well as visa waiver and work authorization eligibility, entail the careful consideration of many factors. We recommend that you consult with your immigration counsel before taking any course of action.

 

Copyright © 2020 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. Government immigration agencies often change their policies and practices without notice; please consult an immigration professional for up-to-date information. This document does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. BAL maintains comprehensive immigration information and processing specifics for our clients.


News and Events

27 Jul 20

COVID-19: Work permit renewals

Angola COVID-19

21 Feb 20

Government relaxes visa requirements for business visitors

Angola

22 Nov 19

Ordinary visas no longer issued for short-term business...

Angola

19 Nov 19

New rules for dependents of work visa holders

Angola

23 Oct 18

Eight Angolan embassies, consulates to close

Angola

21 Aug 18

Zambia, Angola launch visa-free travel

Angola Zambia

14 May 18

Zambia, Angola to launch visa-waiver plan

Angola Zambia

21 Mar 18

Company employee filing period opens April 1

Angola

2 Mar 18

Visas on arrival extended to tourists of 61...

Angola

17 Jan 18

Agreement reached on mutually preferential visa regime

Angola China

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At a Glance

Capital Luanda
Language Portuguese, Umbundu
Population 30,355,880 (2018 est.)
GDP Total $193.6 billion (2017 est.)
GDP Per Capita $6,800 (2017 est.)

Immigration Links

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  • Directory of Embassies/Consulates
  • Overseas Security Advisory Council

Related News

  • COVID-19: Work permit renewals

    ANGOLA   27 Jul 20

  • Government relaxes visa requirements for business visitors

    ANGOLA   21 Feb 20

  • Ordinary visas no longer issued for short-term business...

    ANGOLA   22 Nov 19

  • New rules for dependents of work visa holders

    ANGOLA   19 Nov 19

  • Eight Angolan embassies, consulates to close

    ANGOLA   23 Oct 18

  • Zambia, Angola launch visa-free travel

    ANGOLA, ZAMBIA   21 Aug 18

  • Zambia, Angola to launch visa-waiver plan

    ANGOLA, ZAMBIA   14 May 18

  • Company employee filing period opens April 1

    ANGOLA   21 Mar 18

  • Visas on arrival extended to tourists of 61...

    ANGOLA   2 Mar 18

  • Agreement reached on mutually preferential visa regime

    ANGOLA, CHINA   17 Jan 18

  • South Africa, Angola set to implement visa waiver

    ANGOLA, SOUTH AFRICA   22 Nov 17

  • Oil companies must submit annual plans by end...

    ANGOLA   9 Oct 17

  • 3-year cap on work permit validity lifted

    ANGOLA   24 Jul 17

  • New minimum wage levels set

    ANGOLA   14 Jun 17

  • Angola eases rules on foreign employee pay, contracts

    ANGOLA   25 May 17

  • Company employee filing period opens April 1

    ANGOLA   7 Feb 17

  • Additional documents required for ‘favorable opinion’ applications

    ANGOLA   19 Dec 16

  • Agreement reached on mutually preferential visa regime

    ANGOLA, MOZAMBIQUE   19 Oct 16

  • Oil companies must submit annual plans by end...

    ANGOLA   4 Oct 16

  • Filing deadline approaches for company employee list

    ANGOLA   5 Apr 16

  • Oil companies must submit annual plans by month’s...

    ANGOLA   5 Oct 15

  • Treaty eases visas for professionals, interns, dependents

    ANGOLA, FRANCE   30 Jul 15

  • Express visa services introduced for UK applicants

    ANGOLA   15 Jan 15

  • Oil companies must sign program contract, submit plans...

    ANGOLA   8 Oct 14

  • Repatriation deposit now required

    ANGOLA   13 Aug 14

  • New minimum wages set

    ANGOLA   30 Jun 14

  • Government increases immigration fees

    ANGOLA   28 Jan 14

  • Some Service Contracts Exempt From Ministry Evaluation Requirements

    ANGOLA   19 Sep 13

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