What the governments of the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada tell their own citizens about travelling to Angola, in their own words, plus practical help with packing.
Travel advice levels
Each government rates the risks for its own citizens, on its own scale. The levels are shown exactly as published; they are not equivalent to each other and are not combined here.
UK
United KingdomForeign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
No numbered levels
Updated 28 May 2026
Latest change, in the source's words:Addition of information about a declaration of an Ebola outbreak in DRC on 15 May and updated information about road travel ('Safety and security' and 'Health' pages).
The official source shows no update to this advice in over 12 months. Check the official page for the current version.
Trip Rulebook could not refresh this source since 30 September 2026. The official website may have newer advice.
Emergency numbers
From the section “Emergency services in Angola” of the UK government's travel advice for Angola, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Ambulance: 112
Fire: 118
Police: 110
Local laws and customs
From the section “Laws and cultural differences” of the UK government's travel advice for Angola, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Personal ID
Always carry ID – it is safest to carry a certified copy your passport’s photo page. If travelling outside of Luanda and the provincial capitals, take the originals with you, packed as securely as you can. If you do not have any ID, you may get an on-the-spot fine of 15,000 kwanzas.
Illegal drugs and prison sentences
Drug taking and smuggling are offences. Punishments can be severe and prison conditions are very poor.
Using cameras and binoculars in secure areas
Do not use cameras, binoculars or GPS equipment near any government buildings. Taking photographs in the streets can draw the attention of the authorities and they may confiscate your camera.
LGBT+ travellers
In January 2019, Angola’s parliament made it illegal to discriminate against people on the basis of sexual orientation. However, public attitudes towards same-sex relationships are less tolerant than in the UK. Showing affection in public may attract negative attention.
If you’re caught buying or trafficking goods made of ivory it’s likely you’ll be prosecuted and get a prison sentence or fine.
Travelling with medicines
From the section “Medication” of the UK government's travel advice for Angola, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
From the section “Extreme weather and natural disasters” of the UK government's travel advice for Angola, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
During the rainy season from November to April, there are storms and heavy downpours. This can cause sudden, serious flooding in and around cities, including Luanda. Flooding can damage roads, buildings and bridges. Stay indoors during storms.
What to pack
Practical suggestions from Trip Rulebook, based on open data and fixed rules. They are not safety or legal advice: rules on clothing, medicines and restricted items are covered only by the official text on this page.
Chargers and plugs
Plug typesCF
Voltage220/380 V
Frequency50 Hz
Plug and voltage data: Wikipedia, “Mains electricity by country”, CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence), retrieved 2026-09-29. Sockets in hotels can differ; the label on your charger (for example “INPUT 100–240V”) tells you which voltages it accepts.
Clothes for the weather
Rainfall Average temperature
January
Average
23 °C (73 °F)
Lows
17 °C (63 °F)
Highs
28 °C (83 °F)
Rain
162 mm (6.4 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
February
Average
23 °C (73 °F)
Lows
17 °C (63 °F)
Highs
28 °C (83 °F)
Rain
149 mm (5.9 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
March
Average
23 °C (73 °F)
Lows
17 °C (63 °F)
Highs
29 °C (83 °F)
Rain
181 mm (7.1 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
April
Average
23 °C (73 °F)
Lows
16 °C (61 °F)
Highs
29 °C (84 °F)
Rain
112 mm (4.4 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
May
Average
21 °C (70 °F)
Lows
14 °C (56 °F)
Highs
29 °C (84 °F)
Rain
17 mm (0.7 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
June
Average
19 °C (66 °F)
Lows
11 °C (51 °F)
Highs
27 °C (81 °F)
Rain
1 mm (0.0 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
July
Average
18 °C (65 °F)
Lows
10 °C (50 °F)
Highs
27 °C (80 °F)
Rain
1 mm (0.0 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
August
Average
20 °C (69 °F)
Lows
12 °C (54 °F)
Highs
29 °C (84 °F)
Rain
4 mm (0.2 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
September
Average
22 °C (72 °F)
Lows
15 °C (58 °F)
Highs
30 °C (86 °F)
Rain
22 mm (0.9 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
October
Average
23 °C (74 °F)
Lows
17 °C (62 °F)
Highs
30 °C (86 °F)
Rain
77 mm (3.0 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
November
Average
23 °C (73 °F)
Lows
17 °C (63 °F)
Highs
29 °C (84 °F)
Rain
149 mm (5.8 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
December
Average
23 °C (73 °F)
Lows
17 °C (63 °F)
Highs
28 °C (83 °F)
Rain
166 mm (6.5 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
National averages for 1991-2020. Coasts, mountains and regions can be very different, and any given year can be warmer, colder or wetter. Suggestions come from fixed rules based on these averages. Climate data: World Bank Climate Change Knowledge Portal, observed climate data (CRU TS), CRU TS (cru_ts4.09), Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia, CC BY 4.0 (licence).
Visa and entry rules depend on your nationality and change often, so Trip Rulebook does not summarise them. Each government explains the rules for its own citizens. If you travel on another passport, check with the embassy or the official immigration website of Angola.
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