Angola
Last update 15 August 2025Travel advice
Risk index
Level 2: Increased cauion (Be informed on the current situation in the country beforehand)
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The visa-free regime for holders of ordinary passports applies to stays of up to 30 days per entry and a total of up to 90 days within a calendar year, and only for visits for tourism purposes.
For travel for other purposes, the visa requirement remains in place.
Republic of Angola
The Republic of Bulgaria does not have a functioning embassy in the Republic of Angola. Bulgarian citizens residing in the country on a short or long-term basis may address consular matters to the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Pretoria, Republic of South Africa.
Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Pretoria, Republic of South Africa
Address: 1071 Church street, 0083 Hatfield, Pretoria, Republic of South Africa
Telephone: +27 12 342 37 20; +27 12 342 79 41
Fax: +27 12 342 37 21
Mobile: +27 79 893 7336 — hotline for emergencies and urgent cases during out-of-hours, holidays and weekends.
Working hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 12:00
E-mail: Embassy.Pretoria@mfa.bg
Website: www.mfa.bg/embassies/southafrica
Honorary Consul of the Republic of Bulgaria in the Republic of Angola
Arnold Ferreira
consular district: the territory of the Republic of Angola
Headquarters: Luanda
Address:Rua Joaquim Kapirande, n. 30, Luanda – Angola
тел.: +244 923 408 426; +244 911 636 579
е-mail: arnold.f.ferreira@gmail.com
The Embassy of the Republic of Angola in Belgrade is accredited to the Republic of Bulgaria.
Embassy of the Republic of Angola in Belgrade, Republic of Serbia
Address: Krupanjska 21, Dedinje, 11040 Belgrade, Republic of Serbia
Telephone: +381 11 26 66 457; +381 11 36 72 150
Fax: +381 11 26 60 729
Consular Office: Mon – Fri, 10:00 – 13:00
E-mail: ambasada.angole@sbb.rs
Website: www.angolaembassy.org.rs
General information
General Information
Security level:
The situation in many parts of the country is precarious. The danger of unexploded mines still exists. It is therefore recommended not to travel outside the capital Luanda. Where necessary, travel should be in convoy (at least two vehicles) and must be accompanied by local escorts.
Foreigners should exercise the utmost vigilance for their own safety, including in the capital. Attacks are also carried out during the day. The most frequent target of thefts are mobile phones.
Due to ongoing conflicts between paramilitary groups, travel to the Cabinda province is not recommended.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that foreigners visiting the country stay in reputable hotels such as the ,,Hotel Alvarade'', ,,Hotel Tropico'' and the ,,Hotel President Meridien'' for safety. Particular care is advised when consuming fresh fruit and vegetables.
Healthcare:
As of 20.05.2025, Angola continues to be affected by a cholera epidemic affecting 17 out of 21 provinces, including Luanda, Bengo, Ikololo and Bengo, Quanza Norte and Benguela. The disease is transmitted through consumption of contaminated water, food and through contaminated hands and contaminated objects. Only bottled or boiled water should be consumed, including for brushing teeth. Food should be fully cooked and the recommendation is to avoid food from street vendors. Caution should be exercised regarding the consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables. Frequent and thorough hand washing and the use of disinfectant are necessary.
Service in hospitals does not meet European standards. With the exception of the capital Luanda and some larger towns, the level of medical care is very poor and almost non-existent in remote areas. Better services are offered by the few private clinics. There are a large number of registered AIDS cases.
For up-to-date information on mandatory and/or recommended vaccines you can contact the Regional Health Inspectorates in your country. Yellow fever vaccine is administered at the following regional health inspectorates:
Sofia Regional Health Inspectorate; Regional Health Inspectorate Varna; Regional Health Inspectorate Burgas; Regional Health Inspectorate Pleven; Regional Health Inspectorate Plovdiv; Regional Health Inspectorate Blagoevgradand Regional Health Inspectorate Ruse.
Specifics of the local legislation:
It is forbidden to photograph military and strategically important sites, as well as state institutions. Homosexuality is prohibited.
Customs requirements:
From Angola you can import and export an amount of up to USD 15,000 without a document.
Road traffic:
During the rainy season (November—April), water levels on roads and bridges may rise sharply.
Travelling by public transport poses certain risks for foreigners in the country. The use of taxis is recommended, but it should be borne in mind that their fares are relatively high.
International driving licences are recognised.
Local currency:
Angolan Kwanza (New Kwanza — AON)
Only cash is accepted in banks. International credit cards are used only in large hotels and very rarely in some restaurants. Normal payments are made in local currency, but many restaurants and hotels also accept US dollars. The 100-dollar notes printed in 1996 and after can only be exchanged at banks. Particular care is advised when exchanging currency.
Travel papers and visas
Angola has specific visa requirements for travelers depending on the purpose of their visit. Bulgarian citizens, as part of the list of 98 countries, are exempt from the requirement to obtain a tourist visa to enter the Republic of Angola.
Allowed stay: up to 30 days per entry and a total of up to 90 days within a calendar year.
Entry requirements: a valid passport (with validity longer than the intended stay) and compliance with border formalities.
Yellow fever vaccination: citizens of countries without a risk of disease transmission, including Bulgaria, are not required to present an international yellow fever vaccination certificate. However, we recommend that Bulgarian citizens traveling to Angola consider vaccination to protect their health and safety.
All travelers intending to visit Angola for business purposes must obtain a visa prior to arrival, regardless of nationality. The Angola e-Visa for multiple entries is a digital alternative to the traditional visa, allowing travelers to apply for and receive a visa online without having to visit an Angolan embassy or consulate. It is issued electronically, linked to the traveler’s passport, allows a stay of up to 30 days, and can be extended twice for the same period.
It is recommended that Bulgarian citizens check the current entry requirements for Angola on the official website of the Angolan Migration and Foreigners Service or at the nearest Angolan diplomatic or consular mission before traveling.
For more information, visit:
https://www.angola-visa.com/requirments/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Visa applications can be submitted at: http://www.smevisa.gov.ao/
For Bulgaria, the Embassy of the Republic of Angola in Serbia is accredited. Detailed information can be found here: https://www.angolaembassy.org.rs/the-consulate/visa-informations
Consular service
European Emergency Travel Document:
In extreme situations - in case of damage, loss or theft of a passport, Bulgarian citizens can apply for an Emergency Travel Document at an Embassy of an EU Member State in Luanda.
Certifications and legalizations:
In order to be valid in the Republic of Bulgaria and to be able to serve before the Bulgarian institutions, all documents issued by the authorities in Angola to Bulgarian citizens must bear the stamp of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Angola. Then, they need to be certified by the Embassy of Angola in Belgrade. The signature and certifications of the Embassy of Angola in Belgrade are certified by the Consular Office of the Embassy of Bulgaria in Belgrade. Once the documents have been so prepared, they must be translated into Bulgarian by an authorized company in Bulgaria and certified by the Department of Certifications and Legalizations with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria.