Angola visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting Angola

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Angolan Visa.

  • A duly completed visa application form
  • One recent color passport-sized photo
  • International certificate of vaccination
  • Evidence of means of subsistence and accommodations
  • Original and photocopy of passport
  • Photocopy of ticket to the Republic of Angola
  • Guarantee of means of subsistence
  • Copy of the hotel reservation with the official stamp from the hotel

Angola Visa for Ghanaians

Facts about Angola

Angola is a nation that has the potential of becoming Africa’s great tourist destination. The tourism industry is still somewhat underdeveloped due to nagging political issues in the country. Angola is blessed with a plethora of attractions. To start with, the country is home to the second-largest waterfall in Africa. There lots of beaches and national parks scattered across the country which offers various activities for tourists to engage in. The capital, Luanda, is known to be a diverse shopping destination, with stores and markets selling Bantu handicrafts.
 
The potential of the tourism industry in Angola has yet to be tapped into and as a result, the number of tourists visits the country receives is not that great. The country receives an average of 500,000 foreigners per year, but this number has the capacity to be greater.
 
Foreigners traveling to Angola must declare sums of over $10,000 on entry and exit from the country. Using cameras, binoculars, maps, GPS equipment, etc. near government building is prohibited, your equipment will be confiscated if you are caught.
 
Citizens of Botswana, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe who possess ordinary passports are allowed entry to Angola without a visa for up to 30 days per visit.

Types of Angola Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5 - 8 days 60 days
Student visa 5 - 8 days 1 year
Business visa 5 - 8 days 60 days
Work visa 5 - 8 days Variable

General Requirements for Angola Visa

  • A duly completed visa application form
  • One recent color passport-sized photo
  • International certificate of vaccination
  • Evidence of means of subsistence and accommodations
  • Original and photocopy of passport
  • Photocopy of ticket to the Republic of Angola
  • Guarantee of means of subsistence
  • Copy of the hotel reservation with the official stamp from the hotel
Angola Tourist visa Angola Student visa Angola Business visa Angola Work visa

Angola Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A tourist visa is required to visit Angola.
  • The Angola Embassy requires applicants to apply directly to the Angola Consulate.
  • The application form and any relevant supporting documentation must be addressed to the specific Angolan Consulate where the application will be submitted.
  • Two signed Angola visa application forms must be submitted.
  • The passport photographs submitted must be recent, in color, front view and with a WHITE background.
  • A letter of invitation from sponsor in Angola (either host company or individual) is required.
  • The letter will be addressed to the specific Consulate handling the visa application.
  • It should state clearly the relationship of the host to the applicant and the true purpose of travel.
  • The Angolan Embassy in Ghana does not accept online applications so applicants must be physically present on day of submission.

Angola Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to those traveling to Angola for the purpose of study.
  • Angolan student visa is a short-term visa that allows Ghanaians to go to Angola for a given period of time to study.
  • Your passport must be valid for another six months minimum and contain two blank pages before you can apply for this visa.
  • Travelers need an international yellow fever certificate in order to obtain this visa.
  • You must provide proof of the course you’re studying, e.g a letter of acceptance from the educational institution.
  • The letter must be on an official-headed paper and must state the course’s name, its duration and cost (including accommodation).
  • Considering the challenges in securing this visa, applicants are advised to start their application on time.
  • The Angolan student visa can be extended till the completion of studies.

Angola Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Non-nationals seeking to work in Angola will need a work visa.
  • The visa is approved for a limited period of time just for the purpose of work.
  • Expats who have obtained a temporary work contract from an Angola-registered company must apply for a work visa.
  • A letter of invitation from an Angola-registered company addressed to the Consular section of the local embassy of Angola is needed.
  • Applicants must also present their declaration of commitment to obey Angolan laws.
  • Four signed Angola visa application forms should be submitted.
  • A copy of a contract signed by the representative of the company or organization employing, hiring or sponsoring the trip is required.
  • The letter must specifically state the job to be performed by applicant, the duration of the contract, as well as the fact that employer takes full financial responsibility for the applicant.
  • This document needs to be authenticated by a Public Notary.
  • In addition, documentation or a letter confirming collection of income tax, provided by the business to be visited in Angola should be presented.

Angola Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Angola for business purposes.
  • A signed letter from the employer or sponsoring company addressed to the specific Angolan Consulate where the visa application will be submitted is needed.
  • The letter must be on company letterhead.
  • It should introduce the applicant, indicating the applicant's employment status/position held in the company, and clearly stating the purpose of visit in Angola.
  • The business letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant and must provide detailed contact information in Angola. 
  • A proof of travel arrangements is required.
  • This could be in form of a computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Angola.
  • You must be ready to leave Angola before the expiry date of the visa.

Angola Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

70.00 (USD)

Student visa

70.00 (USD)

Business visa

70.00 (USD)

Work visa

70.00 (USD)

Angola Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ghana

Location

Address

Accra

No.5 Agbaamo street,Airport West Residential Area-Accra

Website: www.angolaembassyghana.org

Email: sec@angolaembassyghana.org

Tel: +233 0302 766 477

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Angola safe for tourists??
Angola is safe – as long as you take the necessary precautions.
Can I process my Angolan visa online??
No. A personal appearance is required at the embassy or consulate.
What is the busiest city in Angola??
That’s probably Luanda, the capital of Angola. It is a port city on the west coast of Southern Africa.
Is Angola a rich country??
The Angolan government faces a paradox: It is an incredibly rich country, but also a very poor one. Like most African countries, it faces some of the steepest development challenges in the world.
What is the main religion in Angola??
Angola's population is overwhelmingly Christian. About two-fifths of the population is Roman Catholic, about two-fifths is Protestant, and some one-tenth adheres to traditional beliefs or other religions.