Angola travel details
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Angola has a population of 26M with main currency as Angolan Kwanza. The languages spoken are Portuguese. Angola travel safety advice is Exercise a high degree of caution. Automatic teller machines are common in Angola. Internet speed in Angola is on average 2.1 Mbps.
Angola travel advice
⬤ Exercise a high degree of caution
We've reviewed our travel advice for Angola and continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution. You don't need a visa to visit Angola as a tourist. For all other travel, apply for a visa online with Angola's Serviço de Migração (see 'Travel').
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Angola overall due to the risk of civil unrest and the threat of violent crime.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Issue Date : May 13, 2024
Angola weather
Angola essential details
Plugs
Angola uses 220V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type C.
Languages
The languages that are typically spoken are Portuguese
Money in Angola
Currencies
Angola uses the Angolan kwanza (symbol: Kz), code AOA.Banknotes come in denominations of 5000, 2000, 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 10 kwanzas. Kwanza is subdivided into 100 cêntimos. Coins come in denominations of 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 kwanzas and 50 and 10 cêntimos.
ATM
Automatic teller machines are common in Angola. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Internet in Angola
Internet
Internet speed in Angola is on average 2.1 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Angola is very low. It's quite hard to find one.
Calling
To call Angola, dial +, then 244 (the country code for Angola), then the area code and the local number. For local calls within Angola, start with the area code. In the case above area code is - Geographic Fixed - .
Angola travel details
Driving in Angola
Angola map
Angola visa advice
If you're considering exploring Angola beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on Angola transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Angola, understanding Angola Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.