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Angola visa and entry requirements for US, UK, Canadian, Australian, NZ and Irish citizens
US, UK, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and Irish citizens may be eligible for visa-free entry to Angola for up to 30 days per entry; for longer stays or if not eligible, apply online for an e-visa and have a valid yellow-fever certificate if arriving from a yellow-fever risk country. Check official guidance for your nationality.
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Key facts
- Visa required
- Not required for short stays for listed nationalities; visa required for longer stays
- Visa type
- Tourist e-visa (single entry) for those who need a visa
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Yellow-fever certificate
- Required on arrival if arriving from a yellow-fever risk country
Visa application process
If you need a visa, visit the official Angola e-visa portal, fill the online form, upload passport data page (valid at least six months), a recent photo, and a scanned yellow-fever certificate if applicable. Pay the fee by credit card, then wait for approval. Print the e-visa PDF and present it at the airport.
- Passport must be blank on at least one page.
- Travel insurance covering medical evacuation is recommended.
- Check entry restrictions for COVID-19 or other health alerts before departure.
Entry requirements
Immigration officers will check your passport, visa (if required), and a valid yellow-fever vaccination certificate if you are arriving from a yellow-fever risk country. No visa-on-arrival is offered for the listed nationalities.
Stay and extension
You may apply for an extension at the Ministry of Interior office in Luanda before your visa expires. Provide a copy of your passport, a letter explaining the reason, and pay the extension fee.
Questions people ask
Do US, UK, Canadian, Australian, NZ and Irish citizens need a visa for Angola?
These passports may be eligible for visa-free entry for short stays; for longer stays or if not eligible, a tourist visa is required before arrival.
How long can I stay in Angola without a visa?
Visa-free stays of up to 30 days per entry are possible for the listed nationalities.
Do I need an electronic travel authorisation before flying to Angola?
Angola does not use an eTA system; you must obtain a visa (e-visa or paper) if you are not eligible for visa-free entry.
What documents do I need for the Angola e-visa?
A passport valid for at least six months, a recent photo, and a scanned yellow-fever certificate if applicable. Upload them on the official e-visa portal and pay the fee online.
How long does the Angola e-visa take to process?
Processing times vary; apply well in advance. Paper visas at an embassy take longer.
Can I extend my Angola visa beyond 30 days?
Yes, you can apply for an extension at the Ministry of Interior in Luanda before your visa expires. Provide your passport, a letter explaining the reason, and pay the fee.
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