VISA REGIME
For holders of national passports and other travel documents:Visa required.
For holders of diplomatic and official passports:No visas required for visits of up to 90 days.
Note:Visa is required for the holder of an emergency travel document in transit.
ENTERING AND LEAVING THE COUNTRY
The visitors can enter Angola either through the 4th of February International Airport in Luanda or by land from one of the neighboring countries. Visa applications can be submitted at the Embassy of the Republic of Angola in Belgrade or through the website http://www.smevisa.gov.ao/. Starting from October 26, 2023, possession of a yellow fever vaccination certificate (yellow card) is not mandatory. The passport must have validity of more than 6 months.
SOCIAL SECURITY AGREEMENT
No social security agreement has been concluded.
USEFUL INFORMATION
HEALTH SITUATION — As malaria is present, it is necessary to bring a tropical (not ordinary) mosquito bite repellent and reapply it frequently during the day. Wearing light coloured clothing that covers the body (long pants, long shirts, long sleeves) is recommended. It is only safe to eat food in hotels or better restaurants, and to drink bottled water. Due to very expensive healthcare services, travellers are advised to have travel health insurance.
SECURITY SITUATION — Starting from July 28, 2025, protests have been taking place in Luanda due to the increase in fuel prices, and they may potentially spread to other cities as well.
In addition to attacks on shops, banks, and other establishments, there have also been reports of assaults on private vehicles, buses, and cars used for ride-hailing services (such as Yango and Heetch). Protests can erupt in any part of the city and shift locations rapidly, which further complicates risk assessment and the overall security situation.
In light of the current situation in the Republic of Angola, the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia advises all its citizens to avoid all non-essential movement in the coming period, to stay away from gathering spots, demonstrations, or areas with an increased police presence, and to follow the instructions of local authorities closely, as well as keep up to date with local media and security announcements.
The crime rate is high, especially robberies and thefts. Armed robberies and thefts occur mainly in Luanda, but also in other cities in the country, at any time of the day or night, even in a lively environment, such as shopping malls, restaurants, hotels and the surroundings. In Luanda in particular, there are attacks on vehicles during traffic jams. Regardless of the time of day, these attacks are mostly carried out by armed perpetrators on scooters. Foreigners are the preferred targets of theft and robbery. The perpetrators are not only targeting money, but also credit cards and mobile phones.
TRANSPORT — Public city traffic is almost non-existent. There are mostly vans, used exclusively by the local population. Taxi transportation is developed and reliable, and may be ordered by calling the taxi service or by SMS. During a tourist stay in Angola, one may only drive a motor vehicle with an international driving permit.
OTHER INFORMATION — The official currency of Angola is the Kwanza (AOA). Euro and US dollar are the two most frequently exchanged foreign currencies. It is safest to exchange foreign currency at a hotel or authorised exchange offices. Foreign payment cards are accepted in hotels, better restaurants, hypermarkets, and exclusive shops and boutiques.
Contact information:
During your stay in the Republic of Angola, for consular assistance and protection, you may contact the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Luanda:+244 222 321 421, +244 222 327 240, +244 222 320 393, mobile phone number: +244 946 278 779, as well as e-mail address: srb.emb.angola@mfa.rs.