Residence & citizenship
Angolan Citizenship by Naturalisation
Acquisition of Angolan nationality open to long-term residents and spouses of Angolan citizens, offering a path to full citizenship by naturalisation.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Residence period for naturalisation (commonly cited as 10 years, or 3 years by marriage), language and self-sufficiency requirements come from secondary sources — verify against the official Angolan Nationality Law and its regulation before publishing figures.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Angola government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Aquisição de nacionalidade por naturalização
- Route type
- Citizenship / naturalisation
- Legal basis
- Constitution and Angolan Nationality Law
Who it is for
- Long-term legal residents of Angola seeking nationality
- Foreign nationals married to Angolan citizens (spousal route)
Typical requirements
- A qualifying period of lawful, continuous residence in Angola
- Proficiency in Portuguese or an Angolan national language
- Evidence of means of subsistence / economic self-sufficiency
- Good character and other conditions set out in the nationality law
How to apply
- Apply under the naturalisation procedure set out in the Nationality Law and its regulation
- Submit residence evidence and supporting documents to the competent authority
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.