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Angola Travel Guide

Luanda Capital
AOA Currency
Portuguese Language
+244 Calling Code
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Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Most Travelers Require A Visa To Enter Angola.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Visa application form, Health declaration form
Cash Declaration Limit $5000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Travel Advisory Exercise Caution
Pickpocketing Risk Medium
Night Safety Caution
Common Scams
  • Overcharging by taxi drivers
  • Fake tour guides

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 113
Response Speed Slow
English-Speaking Doctors Rare
Pharmacy Limited Hours
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Fair
Ride-sharing Apps Uber
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Caution

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Cash Essential
Mobile Payments Local Banking Apps
ATM Availability Medium
Tipping 10% Is Appreciated But Not Mandatory.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $50 Tourist: $120 Family: $300

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly, Especially In Rural Areas.
Public Affection Frowned Upon
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsCorruption

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Olá
Oh-lah
Goodbye
Adeus
Ah-deh-oos
Please
Por favor
Por fah-vor
Thank you
Obrigado (male) / Obrigada (female)
Oh-bree-gah-do (male) / Oh-bree-gah-dah (female)
Sorry
Desculpe
Deh-scool-peh
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Você fala inglês?
Voh-seh fah-lah een-glehz?
I don’t understand
Não entendo
Nown en-ten-do
Can you speak slowly, please?
Você pode falar devagar, por favor?
Voh-seh poh-deh fah-lar deh-vah-gar, por fah-vor?
Can you help me, please?
Você pode me ajudar, por favor?
Voh-seh poh-deh meh ah-joo-dar, por fah-vor?
What does this mean?
O que isso significa?
O keh ee-soh sig-nee-fee-kah?

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Disclaimer

The information in this guide is intended for general travel planning purposes only and may change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Graba SIM does not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the content. Travellers should verify entry requirements, local laws, health advice and services with official sources before and during their trip. Graba SIM is not responsible for any loss, injury, or inconvenience arising from reliance on the information provided. Always check with relevant government and health authorities for the most up-to-date travel requirements.

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