Angola travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Angola with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Angola.

Angola travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Angola with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Angola - quick facts
Time difference UK +1 hour
Language(s) Portuguese
Currency Angolan Kwanza
Electricity C + F plug (220V)
Driving side Right
Visa✝ Yes

Why visit Angola?

Considering a holiday to the Angola? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for culture or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

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    Culture
  • Nature lovers - nature & wildlife
    Nature

✝ = requirements for UK travellers.

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Angola weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
86°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Luanda86
88°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Luanda88
88°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Luanda88
88°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Luanda88
84°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Luanda84
79°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Luanda79
75°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Luanda75
75°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Luanda75
79°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Luanda79
81°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Luanda81
84°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Luanda84
84°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Luanda84
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
2 days with some rainfall in January in Luanda2
3 days with some rainfall in February in Luanda3
7 days with some rainfall in March in Luanda7
9 days with some rainfall in April in Luanda9
2 days with some rainfall in May in Luanda2
0 days with some rainfall in June in Luanda0
0 days with some rainfall in July in Luanda0
0 days with some rainfall in August in Luanda0
1 day with some rainfall in September in Luanda1
2 days with some rainfall in October in Luanda2
3 days with some rainfall in November in Luanda3
3 days with some rainfall in December in Luanda3
Sea temperature °F
79°F sea temperature in January in Luanda79
81°F sea temperature in February in Luanda81
82°F sea temperature in March in Luanda82
81°F sea temperature in April in Luanda81
77°F sea temperature in May in Luanda77
73°F sea temperature in June in Luanda73
70°F sea temperature in July in Luanda70
68°F sea temperature in August in Luanda68
72°F sea temperature in September in Luanda72
75°F sea temperature in October in Luanda75
79°F sea temperature in November in Luanda79
79°F sea temperature in December in Luanda79

The Angola weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Luanda.

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Angola travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Angola from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Angola.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Angola travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Angola with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Angola, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Angola travel features

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Angola FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Angola including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Angola?

Angola is open to fully vaccinated travellers only from the UK.

Negative PCR test results and proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.

What is the time difference between Angola and the UK?

The time difference between Angola and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

What is the main language spoken in Angola?

The main language spoken in Angola is Portuguese.

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What is the currency in Angola?

The currency in Angola is the Angolan Kwanza (AOA).

Which plugs are used in Angola?

Angola uses electrical plug type C + F (220 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Angola?

They drive on the right side of the road in Angola.

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Do you need a visa for Angola?

Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Angola.

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