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Angola tourist visa

Some travellers can visit without a visa. Others need a tourist visa, which allows a 30-day stay and can be extended once for another 30 days.

Ways to get a Angola tourist visa

  1. Visa-free visits of up to 30 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of all European Union member states and the other listed countries and territories qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days per visit, with a maximum of 90 days per calendar year.
    Entries
    Up to 3 visa-free entries per calendar year.

    Passports that qualify (98)

  2. Tourist visa from an Angolan diplomatic mission

    Visa needed

    Travellers who need a visa can obtain one in advance from an Angolan diplomatic mission.

    Stay
    30 days, with one extension of another 30 days.
    Valid for
    Must be used within 60 days of issue.
  3. e-Visa (online visa application)

    eVisa

    Citizens of any country that requires a visa may apply online.

Who needs it

Travellers who do not qualify for a visa exemption need a visa.

Who doesn't

Citizens of the listed countries and territories can enter without a visa under bilateral agreements or the short-visit exemption.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • At least 2 blank passport pages.

Good to know

  • The 30-day visa-free scheme has different limits from a tourist visa.
  • Application fees and processing times are not specified.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Angola?

Travellers who do not qualify for a visa exemption need a visa. Citizens of the listed countries and territories can enter without a visa under bilateral agreements or the short-visit exemption.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Angola?

There are 4 options: Visa-free entry under bilateral agreements (no visa at all); Visa-free visits of up to 30 days (no visa at all); Tourist visa from an Angolan diplomatic mission (a visa from an embassy); e-Visa (online visa application) (an online visa).

Who can go to Angola without a tourist visa?

Citizens of Namibia, Mozambique, São Tomé and Príncipe, South Africa and Zambia qualify. Citizens of all European Union member states and the other listed countries and territories qualify.

Can I apply online for Angola?

Yes: e-Visa (online visa application). Citizens of any country that requires a visa may apply online.

How long can I stay on a Angola tourist visa?

30 days, with one extension of another 30 days.

How long is a Angola tourist visa valid?

The tourist visa must be used within 60 days of issue.

What documents do I need for a Angola tourist visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months.; At least 2 blank passport pages..

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Angola?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Angola visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Angola be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Angola tourist visa rules?

On Angola's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

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