Visitor & short-stay visas
Angolan Tourism Visa Exemption (Short Stays)
Visa-free short tourist stays for nationals of countries listed under Angola's visa-exemption decree. No visa is required for eligible travellers.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The exact 30-days-per-entry / 90-days-per-year limits and the current list of exempted nationalities under Decree 189/23 should be re-verified against the official decree/SME notice before publishing.
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
- Isenção de visto de turismo (Presidential Decree no. 189/23)
- Route type
- Visa-free short stay (tourism)
- Permitted stay
- Up to 30 days per entry, up to 90 days per year (per decree)
Who it is for
- Nationals of countries listed in the visa-exemption decree travelling for tourism
- Travellers making short leisure trips who do not intend to work or reside in Angola
Requirements
- Hold a passport of an exempted nationality valid for the trip
- Travel for tourism purposes only
- Meet general entry conditions, including any required vaccination certificate
What you can do
- Enter Angola for tourism without a pre-issued visa
- Stay within the limits set by the exemption decree
- You may not work or establish residence under the exemption
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.
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