Africa
Angola
- Capital
- Luanda
- Population
- 39,040,039
- Currency
- Angolan Kwanza (AOA)
- Calling code
- +244
- Languages
- Portuguese
- 53missions
- 43embassies
- 5consulates
- 5honorary consulates
Angola
Embassies and consulates in Angola
embassies in Luanda
Diplomatic missions from 50 countries are based in Angola, 53 missions in all (43 embassies, 5 consulates and 5 honorary consulates). All 43 embassies are in the capital, Luanda. Consulates are also found in Lubango.
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All missions in Angola
Other cities in Angola
Outside Luanda, Lubango has 2 foreign missions.
By country
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Argentina 1 embassy1 -
Austria 1 consulate1 -
Belgium 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 consulate · 1 honorary consulate2 -
Chile 1 honorary consulate1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Gabon 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
Greece 1 embassy1 -
Holy See 1 embassy1 -
Hungary 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Kenya 1 embassy1 -
Lebanon 1 consulate1 -
Mexico 1 honorary consulate1 -
Morocco 1 embassy1 -
Mozambique 1 embassy1 -
Namibia 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2
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Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
North Korea 1 embassy1 -
Norway 1 embassy1 -
Palestine 1 embassy1 -
Philippines 1 consulate1 -
Poland 1 embassy1 -
Portugal 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2 -
Romania 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Rwanda 1 embassy1 -
São Tomé and Príncipe 1 embassy1 -
Saudi Arabia 1 consulate1 -
Serbia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
South Korea 1 embassy1 -
Spain 1 embassy1 -
Sweden 1 embassy1 -
Switzerland 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
Ukraine 1 embassy1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1 -
Vietnam 1 embassy1 -
Zambia 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Angola
Angola visa guide · 7 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 100 can enter visa-free, 1 get a visa on arrival and 97 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Angola.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Angola
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 72,549 | 51,780 | 20,427 | 28.3% | 50.7% |
| 2024 | 44,891 | 30,693 | 12,476 | 28.9% | 48.8% |
| 2025 | 72,766 | 39,362 | 32,712 | 45.4% | 45.3% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 56,169 | 31,362 | 44.2% |
| Spain | 4,207 | 1,897 | 51.1% |
| Germany | 3,141 | 1,865 | 40.0% |
| Belgium | 2,165 | 827 | 56.7% |
| France | 2,126 | 1,247 | 39.6% |
| Netherlands | 1,972 | 778 | 60.3% |
| Italy | 1,282 | 920 | 28.2% |
| Hungary | 1,014 | 249 | 75.4% |
| Poland | 690 | 217 | 68.5% |
Schengen consulates in Angola received 72,766 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 39,362 visas. 45.4% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). In 2024 it had been 28.9%: the rate rose by 16.5 points, a sharp increase. Applications rose by 62% compared with 2024 (44,891).
Most applications went to Portugal (56,169), Spain (4,207), Germany (3,141) and Belgium (2,165).
Among the states with at least 500 applications, the lowest refusal rate was Italy’s (28.2%) and the highest Hungary’s (75.4%). The sharpest rise since 2024 was at the consulates of Portugal (+26.3 points), the largest fall at those of Italy (−12.8 points).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Angola.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Angola
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 3,901 | 2,807 |
| Student (F, M) | 393 | 287 |
| Exchange (J) | 49 | 73 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 114 | 115 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 134 | 110 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 614 | 501 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 11 | 10 |
| Total | 5,216 | 3,903 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 49.4% | 54.3% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 3,903 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Angola, the 115th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 72%, diplomatic and official visas 13% and student visas 7%. That is 25% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (5,216).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Angola received 739, 58% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 54.3% for citizens of Angola in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 49.4%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Angola’s own missions abroad
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Angola’s embassies abroad (67)
Angola itself has 67 missions abroad, in 44 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (5), DR Congo (4), Brazil (3), Portugal (3) and the United States (3).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Angola
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Independence Day
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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Liberation Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 43 embassies are in the capital, Luanda. The largest foreign networks in Angola are those of Canada (2), Namibia (2) and Portugal (2).
Travel advice for Angola
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Angola: the US State Department rates Angola at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 4 March 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Angola (updated 28 May 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Angola (updated 22 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Angola?
Canada, with 2 missions, followed by Namibia (2).
Do I need a visa for Angola?
Of 198 passports, 100 can enter visa-free, 1 get a visa on arrival and 97 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Angola; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Angola closed?
On Angola’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Independence Day (Dia da Independência) on Wednesday 11 November 2026.