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Not required for vaccinated visitors

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Not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.

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Can I travel to Angola from India?

Most visitors from India, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Angola.

Can I travel to Angola if I am vaccinated?

Fully vaccinated visitors from India can enter Angola without restrictions.

Can I travel to Angola without being vaccinated?

Unvaccinated visitors from India can enter Angola without restrictions.

Do I need a COVID test to enter Angola?

Visitors from India are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Angola.

Can I travel to Angola without quarantine?

Travellers from India are not required to quarantine.

Do I need to wear a mask in Angola?

Mask usage in Angola is not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.

Are the restaurants and bars open in Angola?

Restaurants in Angola are open. Bars in Angola are .

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Angola Travel Restrictions

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Open for vaccinated visitors

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Not required

Not required for vaccinated visitors

Restaurants

Not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.

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Can I travel to Angola from the United States?

Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Angola.

Can I travel to Angola if I am vaccinated?

Fully vaccinated visitors from the United States can enter Angola without restrictions.

Can I travel to Angola without being vaccinated?

Unvaccinated visitors from the United States can enter Angola without restrictions.

Do I need a COVID test to enter Angola?

Visitors from the United States are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Angola.

Can I travel to Angola without quarantine?

Travelers from the United States are not required to quarantine.

Do I need to wear a mask in Angola?

Mask usage in Angola is not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.

Are the restaurants and bars open in Angola?

Restaurants in Angola are open. Bars in Angola are .

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Angola Vaccine Requirements: Do I need a vaccine to travel to Angola?

Please note: The Angolan government has removed all COVID-19 requirements to exit and enter Angola.

With everything that has happened in the past year, like the restrictions and complex processes introduced by governments to limit traveler entry to other countries, you may wonder: Do I need a vaccine to travel to Angola?

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  • Enter the application website to process your eVisa.
  • Fill in the form and select a processing time.
  • Review the information and pay for the fees.
  • Upload the items needed and click on "submit".

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Do i need a vaccine to travel to angola.

Visiting Angola will require you to check which vaccines you’ve already received. Many people will have already been given vaccines against Polio, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A and B, Tetanus, and Yellow Fever. If that’s the case then breathe easy because you’ve had all the most important vaccines already. Rabies could be necessary if you’ll be in contact with a lot of animals during your stay in Angola. For now though, with this list of vaccines you’re covered, but keep an eye on the website for new updates on Angola entry requirements .

Do I need a COVID vaccine or vaccination certificate to enter Angola?

  • The Angolan government has removed all COVID-19 requirements to exit and enter Angola.

Since information may change quickly, we advise you to follow up on the latest Angola travel updates and/or contact your local embassy.

Do I need to take a PCR COVID-19 Test before traveling to Angola?

  • COVID test prior to entry: not required.

Do I have to quarantine after I arrive in Angola?

  • Quarantine requirements: There are no quarantine requirements.

Where can I request travel authorization to enter Angola?

Using the Visa Checker tool on the iVisa.com website, you can find out what you need the authorization to enter this beautiful country. Unfortunately, we cannot yet supply the Angola visa through our process, so you’ll have to go directly to the embassy that’s closest to your location. In the future though, we hope to offer this visa online, and when we do we hope it’ll be as easy to get as many of our other documents.

On iVisa.com , you can request authorization in three easy steps :

  • Complete the online form with your personal information.
  • Please check your answers to make sure they are all correct , then select your preferred processing time and pay the appropriate fee.
  • Upload all essential document scans and then submit . And thats it! Easy!

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  • Passport, with a scan of the information page . That is the page with your photo.
  • A credit or debit card to pay the processing fee .
  • An email address , as we will communicate with you electronically.

How much does the Angola eVisa on arrival cost?

If you apply with us, you'll be able to see the total price to pay for your eVisa, but remember that the Government's fee is paid at the airport, and it is USD120.00 .

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If you are thinking of taking a vacation in this country, you should know that it can be tricky to get around due to the limited tourist infrastructure. However, that shouldn’t put you off, as it is a fascinating country and a wonderful place to experience a real sense of Africa, untouched by the travel industry. Visit Mussulo Island for an unforgettable experience or take a guided tour of Luanda City.

Angola has many interesting places to visit, such as the Ruacana Falls, located near Ruacana on the Kunene River, which marks the border with Namibia. The waterfall is 120 meters high and 700 meters wide in full flood. It is among the largest waterfalls in Africa, both by volume and width.

Angola is famous for its beautiful falls because, in addition to the Ruacana Waterfalls, it also has the Kalandula Waterfalls, located in the Malanje province.

Another obligatory place for any traveler is the Kissama National Park, located in the province of Luanda, in the northwest of the country. This park is one of the largest in the world and it has more than 120 km of coastline.

Canvas National Park is another exotic place worth exploring. It is located 200 kilometers from the city of Namibe and, due to its area in square kilometers, is the largest in the country. The park is also known for its unique flora and incredible rock formations, as well as being the oldest park in Angola.

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Exercise a high degree of caution in Angola overall

Exercise a high degree of caution in Angola overall due to the risk of civil unrest and the threat of violent crime.

Reconsider your need to travel to Cabinda, Lunda Norte and Lunda Sul.

Reconsider your need to travel to Cabinda, Lunda Norte and Lunda Sul due to the risk of civil unrest and the threat of violent crime.

Demonstrations could take place which could become violent. Avoid large gatherings and political rallies. Follow the instructions of local authorities.

  • Angola has a high crime rate. Common crimes range from petty theft to armed robbery and carjacking. The risk of violent crime is much higher at night. Don't walk alone or at night.
  • In and around Luanda, criminals have kidnapped foreigners from vehicles. Lock your doors and windows, even when moving. Be alert for attempts to stop your vehicle.
  • Civil unrest is common in Cabinda, Lunda Norte and Lunda Sul. Protests can turn violent. Avoid large public gatherings.
  • Flash flooding may occur during the rainy season from October to May. It can damage infrastructure and disrupt services. Follow the advice of local officials.

Full travel advice:  Safety

  • Polio outbreaks occur. Check your vaccination requirements with your doctor at least 8 weeks before you travel.
  • HIV/AIDS infection rates are high. Take precautions if you're taking part in high-risk activities.
  • Insect-borne diseases include malaria, dengue, filariasis, African sleeping sickness and yellow fever. Ensure your accommodation is insect-proof. Use insect repellent. 
  • Zika virus infections occur in Angola. If you're pregnant, discuss this with a doctor.
  • Medical facilities in Angola are very limited. If you become seriously ill or injured, you'll need to be evacuated to another country with appropriate facilities. Medical evacuation can be very expensive.

Full travel advice:  Health

  • Take care when taking photos and using navigation equipment. It's illegal to use cameras, binoculars, GPS devices or maps near government buildings or infrastructure. Don't take photos or film people without their permission, particularly around government buildings or key infrastructure. Your equipment may be confiscated.  
  • Same-sex relationships were decriminalised in January 2019.

Full travel advice:  Local laws

  • You need a visa to visit Angola as a tourist. Apply for a visa online with Angola's  Serviço de Migração . Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. You should contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Angola for the latest details.
  • On arrival, you'll need to display proof of vaccination. If you're unvaccinated, you'll need a printed certificate of a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test taken no later than 48 hours before your departure.
  • Carry your yellow fever vaccination certificate.
  • Always carry your identity documents. Photocopies must be notarised by an Angolan Notary Public. You'll need to show them at police or military checkpoints.

Full travel advice:  Travel

Local contacts

  • The  Consular Services Charter  details what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.
  • For full consular assistance, contact the  Australian High Commission in South Africa .
  • To stay up to date with local information, follow the High Commission’s social media accounts.

Full travel advice:  Local contacts

Full advice

Violent crime.

The crime rate in Angola is high. Crimes are often violent.

Common crimes include:

  • pickpocketing
  • snatch and grab  robberies
  • armed robbery
  • carjackings

Attacks can occur at any time. The risk of violent crime is much higher at night.

Kidnapping  is a risk in and around Luanda. Victims are usually foreigners. They are often abducted from their vehicles by criminals seeking a ransom.

Armed criminals also target vehicles for smash and grab robberies when they are:

  • in slow-moving traffic

To protect yourself from violent crime:

  • take care in crowded places such as markets
  • avoid walking in Luanda at night
  • avoid walking between bars and restaurants on the Ilha, an island near Luanda
  • be alert for attempts to stop your vehicle
  • use varied routes and schedules for your travel
  • lock your car doors and keep windows up

HIV/AIDS is common. Get urgent medical advice if you're a victim of violent crime, especially  rape . 

Police support may be limited.

Cyber security

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you’re connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth. 

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions, or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media. 

More information:  

Cyber security when travelling overseas  

Civil unrest and political tension

Civil unrest, public protests and events that draw large groups of people can turn violent.

Hotspots for civil unrest include:

  • Lunda Norte

Militant groups claiming independence are active in Cabinda province. Clashes with security forces can occur.

Armed gangs have attacked foreigners outside Cabinda city. They have warned that attacks will continue, including:

Lunda Norte and Lunda Sul provinces are diamond-mining areas. There's potential for civil unrest and associated crime. Violence against foreigners in these provinces occurs.

To protect yourself during periods of unrest, avoid protests and large public gatherings.

More information:

  • Demonstrations and civil unrest

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

Swimming safety

Swimming in freshwater lakes and rivers can be unsafe due to:

  • possible attacks by wildlife
  • risk of waterborne diseases

Wildlife safety

Respect local wildlife laws.

To protect yourself if you're visiting a wildlife park:

  • maintain a safe and legal distance when you're observing wildlife
  • only use professional tour operators with a good reputation
  • follow all park rules and advice from wardens

Climate and natural disasters

Flash flooding may occur during the rainy season from October to May.

Flooding may result in:

  • damage to infrastructure
  • travel delays

Follow the advice of local authorities.

Travel insurance

Get comprehensive  travel insurance  before you leave. 

Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care.

  • what activities and care your policy covers
  • that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition.

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

  • have a basic health check-up
  • ask if your travel plans may affect your health
  • plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you have immediate concerns for your welfare, or the welfare of someone you know, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your  nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate  to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.

  • General health advice
  • Healthy holiday tips  (Healthdirect Australia)

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in Angola. Take enough legal medicine for your trip. 

Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating: 

  • what the medication is 
  • your required dosage 
  • that it's for personal use 

More information: 

Health risks

Polio (poliomyelitis)  outbreaks occur in Angola.

Before you travel, complete both:

  • a primary course of the polio vaccine
  • a booster dose

If you're not sure if you're vaccinated, check with your doctor or travel clinic. Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

HIV/AIDS  infection rates are high. Take precautions before you do anything that puts you at risk of infection.

Insect-borne diseases

Malaria  is a high risk.

Outbreaks of insect-borne diseases are common, including:

  • African sleeping sickness

Zika virus  infections occur. If you're pregnant, the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care advises that you:

  • discuss any travel plans with your doctor
  • defer non-essential travel to affected areas

Yellow fever  is common in Angola. Yellow fever is a potentially fatal virus spread by mosquitoes. It's prevented by vaccination. Get vaccinated before you travel.

To protect yourself from disease:

  • make sure your accommodation is insect-proof
  • use insect repellent
  • wear long, loose, light-coloured clothes

Consider taking medicine to prevent malaria.

Other health risks

Waterborne, foodborne, parasitic and other infectious diseases are common. These include:

  • leishmaniasis
  • tuberculosis
  • viral haemorrhagic fever
  • bilharzia (schistosomiasis)

Serious outbreaks sometimes occur.

To protect yourself from illness:

  • drink boiled water or bottled water with sealed lids
  • avoid ice cubes
  • avoid raw and undercooked food, such as salads
  • don't swim in fresh water
  • don't go near dogs and other mammals

If you're bitten or scratched by an animal, seek medical help straight away.

Get urgent medical advice if you suspect food poisoning, or if you have a fever or diarrhoea.

  • Infectious diseases

Medical care

Medical facilities.

Medical facilities in Angola are very limited.

Luanda has several clinics run by expat organisations.

Other health care is extremely basic. Resources are in short supply, including:

  • trained specialists
  • safe blood supplies

Medical treatment is expensive. Clinics normally expect you to pay cash before they'll treat you.

If you become seriously ill or injured, you'll need evacuation to South Africa or somewhere else with appropriate facilities. Medical evacuation can be very expensive.

You're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our  Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

If you're detained or arrested, Angola may not automatically notify the Australian Government. Ask police or prison officials to tell the Australian High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa.

Penalties for drug offences include mandatory jail terms.

  • Carrying or using drugs

It's illegal to use cameras, binoculars, GPS devices or maps near government buildings or infrastructure.

Don't take photos or film people without their permission particularly around government buildings or key infrastructure. Your equipment may be confiscated, and you may be the subject of prosecution or police questioning. 

If you do this, local police may detain or question you.

Same-sex relationships were decriminalised in January 2019. However, there are local sensitivities. Avoid public displays of affection.

  • Advice for LGBTI  travellers

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

  • Staying within the law

Dual citizenship

Angola recognises dual nationality.

If you're an Australian-Angolan dual national, local authorities will consider you to be an Angolan citizen. This may limit your access to  consular services  if you're detained or arrested.

Dual nationals who visit Angola may have to perform compulsory military or civil service.

If you're a dual national check with your nearest  embassy or consulate of Angola  before you travel.

  • Dual nationals
  • Embassy of Angola in London

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering. 

Visa conditions

You need a visa to visit Angola as a tourist.

Apply for a visa online with Angola's  Serviço de Migração . You can't get a tourist visa on arrival without pre-approval before your visit.

In other situations, you'll need a visa too. Contact an  Angolan embassy or consulate  to arrange it.

Renewing a visa can take at least 10 weeks. While you wait, Angolan authorities may keep your passport. You won't be able to travel. Plan ahead to avoid complications.

Penalties for visa offences include fines, detention and deportation.

Entry and exit conditions can change. Contact an  Angolan embassy or consulate  for details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rues.

Border measures

You'll need a proof of vaccination or printed certificate of a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test if you are unvaccinated taken 48 hours before your departure.  

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination may be required to enter some public places and for inter-provincial travel, if using collective transport. If you don't have proof of a COVID-19 vaccination, you're required to show a negative COVID-19 test that's not more than 7 days old.

Other formalities

Yellow fever vaccination.

You'll need a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Angola. Some airlines want to see one when you leave.

Check yellow fever requirements for other countries you are visiting.

Find out about returning to Australia  after exposure to yellow fever .

  • Countries with a risk of yellow fever

Travel via South Africa

South Africa’s borders are open.  Confirm your travel arrangements directly with your travel provider.

If you're able to travel  from Angola to or through South Africa, you must meet South African entry and transit requirements. 

South Africa has specific requirements for:

  • children who are travelling
  • proof of yellow fever vaccination

It won't accept  provisional travel documents , such as 1-page travel documents.

  • Travel advice for South Africa

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport's expiry date before you travel. If you're not sure it'll be valid for long enough, consider getting  a new passport .

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible:

  • In Australia, contact the  Australian Passport Information Service .
  • If you're overseas, contact the nearest  Australian embassy or consulate .

Passport 'X' gender identifier 

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can’t guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest  embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination  before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers. 

LGBTI travellers  

ATMs can be hard to find in Angola.

If you have amounts over USD10,000, declare it on entry. This covers all forms of currency, not only cash.

Travellers can take up to USD10,000 out of Angola. Different rules apply to residents.

  • Embassy of Angola

Local travel

You may be required to wear a mask in some public facilities. 

Proof of identity

Always carry your identity documents.

Photocopies are only valid if they are notarised by an Angolan Notary Public.

Police and military checkpoints are common. If you fail to produce valid proof of identity, you can be given a large fine.

Travel conditions

Travel outside Luanda can be difficult and dangerous.

Infrastructure is heavily damaged from Angola's 27-year civil war.

Landmines and unexploded remnants of war are a danger:

  • outside major cities
  • in the interior of the country
  • in areas bordering Zambia

If you need to travel outside of Luanda:

  • only travel with experienced people who know and understand local conditions well
  • keep to main roads to avoid landmines

Travel restrictions

Foreigners need official permission and documents to travel to:

  • all areas of Cabinda
  • Lunda Norte, except Lucapa and Dundo
  • Lunda Sul, except Saurimo

If you travel here without permission, authorities may detain you or restrict your movements.

Seek official travel permission and documents from:

  • the Angolan partner sponsoring your visit to Angola
  • main police stations in Lucapa, Dundo or Saurimo

Driver's licence

To drive in Angola, you need :

  • a valid Australian driver's licence
  • an International Driving Permit (IDP)
  • r egistration papers
  • i nsurance papers

You must get your IDP before leaving Australia.

Road travel

Road accidents are common due to:

  • poorly maintained roads
  • dangerous driving practices

Street vendors, motor scooters and pedestrians on the roads also pose safety risks.

You're more likely to be killed in a car accident in Angola than in Australia.

Fuel shortages can occur. Plan your road travel accordingly.

  • Driving or riding

Public transport

Public transport is overcrowded, poorly maintained and unsafe.

Airports in regional centres in Angola have very limited facilities. Most runways are in poor condition. This is worse in the wet season, from October to May.

Flight delays often occur.

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check  Angola's air safety profile  with the Aviation Safety Network.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

  • family and friends
  • travel agent
  • insurance provider

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Consular contacts

Read the  Consular Services Charter  for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

You can get full consular help from the Australian High Commission in South Africa.

Australian High Commission, Pretoria

292 Orient Street Arcadia Pretoria, South Africa Phone: (+27) 12 423 6000 Fax: (+27) 12 342 8442 Email:  [email protected] Website:  www.southafrica.embassy.gov.au Facebook:  Australian High Commission in South Africa Twitter:  @AuHCSouthAfrica

Check the High Commission website for details about opening hours and any temporary closures.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact an embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

  • +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
  • 1300 555 135 in Australia

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Angola Visa COVID-19 Online Entry Requirements

The Angolan government has removed all COVID-19 requirements to exit and enter Angola. However, you are strongly advised to check with your airline in advance of your travel should there be other requirements by the carrier or any countries you may be transiting through.

Angola Travel Visa All nationalities are required to obtain a visa prior to arrival in Angola, except Namibians, who can come and go as they please. You cannot get one at the airport and you must have at least two blank pages in your passport, which should also be valid for a minimum of six months after traveling.

Children and young people

Is a negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) required for entry? No

When entering Angola, you will need a vaccination certificate which should show inoculation against yellow fever or WHO reminds , Travelers' Health - CDC . You may also need immunizations for hepatitis B and E.

Exit Requirements:

Is a negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) required for exit? No

The Angolan government no longer require a negative PCR test to exit Angola, however, you are strongly advised to check with your airline in advance of your travel as the rules may differ depending on your airline or destination.

1. Angola Air Travel:

Angola has an extensive network of domestic and international airports. Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport in Luanda is the main international gateway, serving numerous airlines with connections to various destinations. Domestic flights connect major cities and towns within Angola. Taag

2. Angola Road Network:

Angola has a road network that connects different regions of the country. However, road conditions can vary significantly, with major highways generally in better condition than rural roads. It's advisable to have a four-wheel-drive vehicle for off-road travel and to exercise caution due to potential road hazards. Road Network

3. Angola Taxis and Minibuses:

Taxis and minibuses (known as "candongueiros" or "Hiaces") are common modes of transportation within cities and towns. Taxis can be hailed on the streets, while minibuses follow designated routes and have fixed fares. Negotiate the fare with taxis in advance, and be prepared for crowded conditions in minibuses. Transportation options in Angola Angola has a monist international law system

4. Angola Car Rental:

ARenting a car is possible in Angola, but it's recommended for experienced drivers familiar with local conditions. International car rental agencies operate in major cities like Luanda, offering a variety of vehicle options. Ensure you have the necessary documents, including an international driving permit. Angola car rentals

5. Angola Railways:

Angola has a limited railway network, with the majority of lines connecting important mining and industrial areas. The Benguela Railway, connecting the coastal city of Lobito to the eastern border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is the most significant railway line for transportation of goods and passengers. Rail transport in Angola

6. Angola Ferries:

Due to Angola's extensive coastline and numerous rivers, ferry services are available for transportation to islands and along major waterways. For example, regular ferry services operate between Luanda and Mussulo Island, providing a scenic journey.

7. Angola Maritime Transportation:

Angola has several ports, including Luanda, Lobito, and Namibe, facilitating maritime transportation and cargo shipping. Maritime transportation is crucial for trade and connecting Angola to other countries in the region. Maritime Transportation

8. Angola Motorcycle Taxis:

In urban areas, motorcycle taxis (known as "candongueiros") are a popular and affordable mode of transportation. They can navigate through traffic quickly but ensure you wear a helmet and negotiate the fare in advance. Angola Motorcycle Taxis

9. Angola Public Buses:

Public buses serve local and regional routes, particularly within cities. They are often crowded and may not follow strict schedules. Be prepared for a less comfortable experience compared to private transportation options. https://allafrica.com/stories/202108310472.html Luanda to Have 750 Public Buses Luanda — Luanda province will have 436 new public buses in circulation by May 2022, making 750, as part of the plan to expand and develop public transport.

10. Angola Domestic Waterways:

Angola has an extensive network of rivers, including the Kwanza, Congo, and Cubango rivers. Some areas utilize boats and canoes for transportation along these waterways, particularly in rural and remote regions.

When traveling within Angola, it's important to plan in advance, be flexible with schedules, and consider the availability and reliability of transportation options. Stay updated on local conditions, follow safety precautions, and be prepared for occasional challenges and delays, especially in more remote areas.

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Exercise a high degree of caution in Angola due to high levels of crime throughout the country, as well as the presence of landmines and unexploded ordnance on roads and bridges in certain areas.

Provinces of Cabinda and Lunda Norte - Avoid non-essential travel

Avoid non-essential travel to the provinces of Cabinda and Lunda Norte due to security concerns. Because these areas are not easily accessible, the ability of the High Commission of Canada to Mozambique, in Maputo, and the Consulate of Canada in Luanda to offer assistance is severely limited or non-existent.

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Province of Cabinda

Militant groups claiming independence are active in this province and clashes with security forces are possible.

Murders, kidnappings and sexual assaults occur and foreigners have been targeted. These militant groups have indicated their intention to continue to conduct attacks on foreigners.

Access to basic goods and services in Cabinda is restricted.

Province of Lunda Norte

The presence of foreigners in diamond-producing Lunda Norte may create tension. Security forces engaged in the expulsion of illegal diamond miners may be suspicious of foreign observers.

The presence of diamonds increases levels of crime. Travellers may be asked for a letter from their employer, an organization or an individual explaining the reasons for their travel.

Access to basic goods and services in Lunda Norte is restricted.

Petty crime

Petty crime, such as pickpocketing, bag snatching and theft from vehicles occurs regularly, including in Luanda.

Theft is common in:

  • popular tourist areas
  • near or inside ATMs and banks
  • outside the arrivals and departures gates at the Luanda airport

During your trip:

  • ensure that your belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times
  • avoid showing signs of affluence or wearing expensive jewellery
  • pay attention to your surroundings, particularly in crowded and tourist areas
  • keep your car doors and windows locked at all times
  • avoid carrying large sums of cash or unnecessary valuables
  • be extra cautious when withdrawing cash from ATMs and banks

Violent crime

Violent crime occurs, especially in Luanda. Incidents include:

  • muggings, particularly for mobile phones
  • armed robberies
  • carjacking, usually of four wheel drive and luxury vehicles

During your stay:

  • remain aware of your surroundings at all times
  • if threatened by armed individuals, don’t resist and hand over your cash and valuables immediately
  • avoid walking after dark
  • avoid walking alone

Cybercrime, malware attacks and online extortion occur in Angola.   

Criminals can compromise public Wi-Fi networks in order to steal personal data or credit information. 

Cybercriminals can monitor social media and listen to your phone conversations. 

  • Avoid using public Wi-Fi networks 
  • Avoid shopping on unencrypted websites 
  • Be cautious when posting information on social media 
  • Be wary of unsolicited emails offering attractive business opportunities  
  • Don't click on suspicious links that ask for your banking information in an e-mail or text message 

Useful links

  • Overseas fraud
  • Cyber security while travelling

There is a high risk from landmines and unexploded ordnance, especially near bridges and on unpaved roads outside major cities. Many areas of the countryside, including secondary roads, are heavily mined. Even frequently travelled roads that are thought to be landmine-free may be unsafe.

Road safety

Roads, particularly secondary and tertiary roads, and bridges are generally in poor condition.

Incidents of drivers under the influence of alcohol are common, especially on weekends. The return trip to Luanda from beach outings can be particularly hazardous due to reckless driving habits. Be extremely careful of unexpected hazards on the road, such as pedestrians and animals.

Always drive with the doors locked and the windows rolled up. Keep your valuables out of sight.

Only undertake overland travel outside of urban centres in convoys of at least two vehicles, ideally four-wheel drive vehicles.

Public transportation

Door-to-door taxis are scarce and expensive, so you should try to hire a car with driver. Local drivers can overcome the problem of few parking spaces and can negotiate heavy traffic and the idiosyncrasies of local traffic flows, including any accident.

Avoid using public transportation, including buses and van taxis.

Shortages of fuel, municipal water and power may occur. Drinking water and some food items can be difficult to find sometimes. Plan accordingly. Ensure that your emergency kit is complete.

Emergency kit

Demonstrations 

Demonstrations occur occasionally.

Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time. They can also lead to disruptions to traffic and public transportation.

  • Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place
  • Follow the instructions of local authorities
  • Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations

Mass gatherings (large-scale events)

Domestic travel

Be careful at all times and carry locally certified copies of the identification page of your passport as well as original travel documents issued by Angolan authorities, such as resident or work permits, visas and a driver’s licence. Make sure your documents are up-to-date. Police checkpoints are common in both urban and rural areas. You should be prepared to present copies of your identification documents. Do not challenge the authority of requesting officials. Failure to produce identification documents can result in a large fine.

When travelling in the provinces, always carry original documentation. If photocopies are to be used in place of originals, the copies must be notarized by an Angolan notary public. Note that notarized photocopies are not acceptable for travel outside Luanda.

Foreigners travelling into the interior of Angola sometimes require an internal travel document. This may be provided by the Angolan organization or individual that invited the foreigner to Angola.

Telecommunications

Interruptions in telecommunications are common. International calls are difficult to place from outside the capital. Most personal cellular phones are incompatible and must be reprogrammed for use within Angola.

Pirate attacks and armed robbery against ships occur in coastal waters. Mariners should take appropriate precautions.

Live piracy report  - International Maritime Bureau

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from Angolan authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the  Foreign Representatives in Canada .

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Angola.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Other travel documents

Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

  • Foreign Representatives in Canada
  • Canadian passports

Tourist visa: not required for stays up to 30 days at a time, with a maximum of 90 days during one calendar year Business visa: required Student visa: required Employment visa: required Transit visa: required

To obtain a visa, you may be required to get a Canadian criminal clearance certificate, which can only be obtained while in Canada from your local police or the RCMP. You must submit the police clearance along with your visa application in both English and a certified Portuguese translation.

If you arrive in Angola without the required visa or pre-approval, you could face arrest and/or deportation. Travellers who overstay their visa are subject to heavy fines and possible arrest.

Angola's visa and pre-approved tourist visa on arrival portal

Other entry requirements

Customs officials may ask you to show them a return or onward ticket. 

Any issue relating to documentation or identification can lead to delays or denial of entry.

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Children and travel

Learn more about travelling with children .

Relevant Travel Health Notices

  • Global Measles Notice - 31 August, 2023
  • Zika virus: Advice for travellers - 31 August, 2023
  • COVID-19 and International Travel - 31 August, 2023

This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine vaccines

Be sure that your  routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.

Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary. 

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

Practise  safe food and water precautions and wash your hands often. Vaccination is recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

Yellow fever   is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

  • There is a risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination for travellers from all countries.

Recommendation

  • Vaccination is recommended.
  • Contact a designated  Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre  well in advance of their trip to arrange for vaccination.
  • Discuss travel plans, activities, and destinations with a health care professional.
  • Protect yourself from mosquito bites .

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada * It is important to note that  country entry requirements  may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest  diplomatic or consular office  of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.

  Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus.  Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.

Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.

 The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.  

 The flu occurs worldwide. 

  •  In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to   April.
  •  In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and   October.
  •  In the tropics, there is flu activity year round. 

The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.

The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease that is caused by parasites spread through the bites of mosquitoes.

Malaria is a risk to travellers to this destination.   Antimalarial medication is recommended for most travellers to this destination and should be taken as recommended. Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic before travelling to discuss your options. It is recommended to do this 6 weeks before travel, however, it is still a good idea any time before leaving.    Protect yourself from mosquito bites at all times: 

  • Cover your skin and use an approved insect repellent on uncovered skin.
  • Exclude mosquitoes from your living area with screening and/or closed, well-sealed doors and windows.
  • Use insecticide-treated bed nets if mosquitoes cannot be excluded from your living area.
  • Wear permethrin-treated clothing. 

 If you develop symptoms similar to malaria when you are travelling or up to a year after you return home, see a health care professional immediately. Tell them where you have been travelling or living. 

In this destination, rabies is commonly carried by dogs and some wildlife, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal. While travelling, take precautions , including keeping your distance from animals (including free-roaming dogs), and closely supervising children.

If you are bitten or scratched by a dog or other animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional. In this destination, rabies treatment may be limited or may not be available, therefore you may need to return to Canada for treatment.  

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who are at high risk of exposure (e.g., occupational risk such as veterinarians and wildlife workers, children, adventure travellers and spelunkers, and others in close contact with animals). 

Safe food and water precautions

Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.

  • Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
  • Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
  • Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs. 

Cholera is a risk in parts of this country. Most travellers are at very low risk.

To protect against cholera, all travellers should practise safe food and water precautions .

Travellers at higher risk of getting cholera include those:

  • visiting, working or living in areas with limited access to safe food, water and proper sanitation
  • visiting areas where outbreaks are occurring

Vaccination may be recommended for high-risk travellers, and should be discussed with a health care professional.

Travellers' diarrhea is the most common illness affecting travellers. It is spread from eating or drinking contaminated food or water.

Risk of developing travellers' diarrhea increases when travelling in regions with poor standards of hygiene and sanitation. Practise safe food and water precautions.

The most important treatment for travellers' diarrhea is rehydration (drinking lots of fluids). Carry oral rehydration salts when travelling.

Typhoid   is a bacterial infection spread by contaminated food or water. Risk is higher among children, travellers going to rural areas, travellers visiting friends and relatives or those travelling for a long period of time.

Travellers visiting regions with a risk of typhoid, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation, should speak to a health care professional about vaccination.  

There is a risk of schistosomiasis in this destination. Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease caused by tiny worms (blood flukes) which can be found in freshwater (lakes, rivers, ponds, and wetlands). The worms can break the skin, and their eggs can cause stomach pain, diarrhea, flu-like symptoms, or urinary problems. Schistosomiasis mostly affects underdeveloped and r ural communities, particularly agricultural and fishing communities.

Most travellers are at low risk. Travellers should avoid contact with untreated freshwater such as lakes, rivers, and ponds (e.g., swimming, bathing, wading, ingesting). There is no vaccine or medication available to prevent infection.

Insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:

  • Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
  • Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
  • Minimize exposure to insects
  • Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed

To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.

Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.

There is a risk of chikungunya in this country.  The risk may vary between regions of a country.  Chikungunya is a virus spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Chikungunya can cause a viral disease that typically causes fever and pain in the joints. In some cases, the joint pain can be severe and last for months or years.

Protect yourself from mosquito bites at all times. There is no vaccine available for chikungunya.

  • In this country, risk of  dengue  is sporadic. It is a viral disease spread to humans by mosquito bites.
  • Dengue can cause flu-like symptoms. In some cases, it can lead to severe dengue, which can be fatal.
  • The level of risk of dengue changes seasonally, and varies from year to year. The level of risk also varies between regions in a country and can depend on the elevation in the region.
  • Mosquitoes carrying dengue typically bite during the daytime, particularly around sunrise and sunset.
  • Protect yourself from mosquito bites . There is no vaccine or medication that protects against dengue fever.

Onchocerciasis (river blindness)   is an eye and skin disease caused by a parasite spread through the bite of an infected female blackfly.  Onchocerciasis often leads to blindness if left untreated. Risk is generally low for most travellers. Protect yourself from blackfly bites, which are most common close to fast-flowing rivers and streams. There is no vaccine available for onchocerciasis although drug treatments exist.

Zika virus is a risk in this country. 

Zika virus is primarily spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. It can also be sexually transmitted. Zika virus can cause serious birth defects.

  • Prevent mosquito bites at all times.
  • Use condoms correctly or avoid sexual contact, particularly if you are pregnant.

If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you should discuss the potential risks of travelling to this destination with your health care provider. You may choose to avoid or postpone travel. 

For more information, see Zika virus: Pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness)  is caused by a parasite spread through the bite of a tsetse fly. Tsetse flies usually bite during the day and the bites are usually painful. If untreated, the disease is eventually fatal. Risk is generally low for most travellers. Protect yourself from bites especially in game parks and rural areas. Avoid wearing bright or dark-coloured clothing as these colours attract tsetse flies. There is no vaccine available for this disease.

Animal precautions

Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.

Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.

Person-to-person infections

Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:

  •   washing your hands often
  • avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
  • avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness 

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.  

Tuberculosis is an infection caused by bacteria and usually affects the lungs.

For most travellers the risk of tuberculosis is low.

Travellers who may be at high risk while travelling in regions with risk of tuberculosis should discuss pre- and post-travel options with a health care professional.

High-risk travellers include those visiting or working in prisons, refugee camps, homeless shelters, or hospitals, or travellers visiting friends and relatives.

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)   is a virus that attacks and impairs the immune system, resulting in a chronic, progressive illness known as AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). 

High risk activities include anything which puts you in contact with blood or body fluids, such as unprotected sex and exposure to unsterilized needles for medications or other substances (for example, steroids and drugs), tattooing, body-piercing or acupuncture.

Medical services and facilities

Medical treatment is very expensive, and payment in advance is required. Medical facilities are very poor throughout the country, including in Luanda.

Many doctors and medical staff do not speak English or French, including in Luanda; they speak Portuguese.

Serious medical emergencies should be treated outside the country.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Travel health and safety

Keep in Mind...

The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.

Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a   travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .

Punishment for drug-related offences can be severe.

Illegal or restricted activities

Involvement in black-market currency conversion could lead to arrest.

Some handicrafts considered of cultural value may be retained by customs. It is illegal to remove turtle shells and ivory from the country.

Avoid photographing airports, major roads, bridges, communications installations, military personnel and government buildings. Taking photos of urban areas may be frowned upon by police.

2SLGBTQI+ travellers

Angola does not prohibit sexual acts between persons of the same sex. However, homosexuality is not widely socially accepted.

Same-sex marriage is not recognized.

2SLGBTQI+ travellers should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Angola.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is legally recognized in Angola.

If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of Angola, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. You may also be subject to different entry/exit requirements .

Travellers with dual citizenship

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Angola.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Angola by an abducting parent:

  • act as quickly as you can
  • consult a lawyer in Canada and in Angola to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
  • report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children’s Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre.

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country’s judicial affairs.

  • International Child Abduction: A Guidebook for Left-Behind Parents
  • Travelling with children
  • Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
  • Emergency Watch and Response Centre

You should carry an international driving permit.

More about the International Driving Permit

The currency in Angola is the kwanza (AOA).

The kwanza is not convertible on the international market. Dollars can be converted into kwanzas, or vice versa, at the few exchange bureaus in Luanda or at local banks. Receiving foreign currency is often very difficult due to present scarcity (even for those with foreign currency accounts). Kwanzas cannot be taken out of the country. No more than US$15,000 can be taken into or out of Angola, unless an official declaration is made upon entry.

Newer U.S.-dollar bills are preferred, due to the ease with which the older bills are counterfeited. Credit cards are accepted at only a few of Luanda’s largest hotels and restaurants, and it varies as to which cards are accepted. VISA is the most commonly accepted credit card. Leave a copy of your card information with a trusted family member or friend in case of emergency.

ATMs dispense kwanzas only. Some ATMs in Luanda accept VISA cards, but only to withdraw kwanzas. Note that machines often malfunction or run out of cash. Debit cards do not work.

Rainy season 

The rainy season extends from November to April. Heavy rains can cause sudden flooding throughout the country and may damage infrastructure. Expect delays and allow for more time to reach your destination, as roads may be affected.

Local services

In case of emergency, dial:

  • police: 113
  • medical assistance: 116
  • firefighters: 115

Consular assistance

Eswatini, Angola

For emergency consular assistance, call the High Commission of Canada to Mozambique, in Maputo, and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.

The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.

The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.

If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.

Learn more about consular services .

Risk Levels

  take normal security precautions.

Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.

  Exercise a high degree of caution

There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.

IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.

  Avoid non-essential travel

Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.

  Avoid all travel

You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so.

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International Restrictions:

*Entry to Angola: There are a number of indirect commercial flights to Angola from the UK operated by TAP Air Portugal, Lufthansa and Air France. Passengers connecting via Frankfurt are required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test completed no more than 48 hours before arrival in Germany.

Advance passenger information requirement: All passengers are required to show evidence of a negative COVID-19 test completed 72 hours before travel to Angola.

All passengers are required to complete an Advance Passenger Information form (FRV form) 72 hours before entry to Angola. Several travel documents must be uploaded in PDF format to be accepted before entry to Angola.

*Testing prior to arrival and departure: From 16 January, all air passengers are required to undergo a rapid COVID-19 test immediately on disembarking the plane. This is currently free of charge, which is undertaken in a hangar at the airport, but can take time. Passengers arriving in Angola, should carry water and a refreshment in case there is a long wait.

Those receiving a negative result will be allowed entry and can continue through immigration. You will need to undertake compulsory self-quarantine for 7 days before undergoing a further COVID-19 test. Those receiving a positive COVID-19 result will go immediately into mandatory quarantine at a government facility for observation and further testing.

All passengers are required to show evidence of negative COVID-19 test completed 24 hours before departure from Angola.

*Quarantine requirements: All air passengers arriving in Angola will need to undertake compulsory self-quarantine for at least 7 days once tested for COVID-19 on arrival. If you test negative, returning residents can quarantine in their own homes. Non-resident essential workers have to quarantine in a government or government-approved facility. The Angolan authorities will release you from quarantine once you have tested negative for coronavirus. You must spend at least 7 days in quarantine before being tested.

If you receive a positive COVID-19 test result on arrival in Angola, you will be required to enter mandatory quarantine in a government facility for observation and further testing.

On arrival, passengers with short-term and visitor visas can expect to have their passports retained by the Angolan authorities at the Immigration desk. Passports can be recovered at the end of the 7 day quarantine period, on presentation of a negative COVID-19 certificate at the SME Department in the Departures lounge.

Internal Restrictions:

*Travel in Angola: Travel around the country is permitted, but you should undertake a rapid COVID-19 test. Air passengers can undertake a rapid COVID-19 test at domestic airports. Test documentation will be checked at all provincial borders. Test results are deemed to be valid for 7 days. Passengers travelling for longer than 7 days will need to undertake further tests as necessary, to continue to move around the country. The Angolan government has declared a “situation of public calamity” which imposes a number of restrictions and public health measures to limit the spread of the virus:

• you are encouraged to stay at home;

• you should work remotely and practise social distancing;

• face masks are compulsory in all areas outside of your home or hotel room, including in private motor vehicles. Immediate on-the-spot fines will be issued for non-compliance. Restrictions are in place on travel into and out of Luanda province and the neighbouring province of Kwanza Norte. If you travel out of Luanda, you must show evidence of a rapid COVID-19 test or you will be issued with a fine;

• higher fines will be imposed for breaching a number of restrictions.

*Accommodation: Hotels and private rentals continue to operate with some restrictions and coronavirus precautionary measures in place. You should contact your accommodation provider before booking to confirm what restrictions are in place.

*Public places and services: The majority of shops, banks, restaurants and markets continue to operate, with some restrictions (e.g. reduced opening hours). COVID-19 precautionary measures are in place including capacity limits for public transport and funerals. All beaches, cinemas, gyms and leisure centres are closed.

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50 Things you need to know before traveling to Angola

After living in Angola for three years, we got to know the country very well and want to share with you our best Angola travel tips with a list of e verything you need to know before traveling to Angola!

Angola isn’t the first place anyone remembers when considering traveling or vacations! It’s very difficult to travel, expensive and dangerous. Yet, it receives many travelers, almost all of them business travelers.

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Everything about Angola and the Locals

#1 Where is Angola? Angola is located in Southern Africa, and it’s bordered by Namibia (South), Zambia (East), and both Congos (north)! The enclave of Cabinda is the only part of Angola that borders the Republic of Congo. To the West, Angola is bathed by the South Atlantic Ocean.

Things to know about Angola - Top attractions of Angola - Sr. Miguel Fort

#2 It’s a huge country! The seventh largest in Africa and the 22nd in the World! Despite this, it has a relatively small population, only about 25 Million which makes Angola very sparsely populated! It has one of the lowest population densities in the world.

#3 In such a big country like Angola, the climate varies a lot, from tropical in the north, subtropical in the interior south and center, and desert in the Namibe region… However, in general,  we can say that it has two seasons: a dry, colder season (May to September) and a hot, rainy season (October to April).

In Angola, the dry, colder season is called Cacimbo . You should be aware that when we say colder, it just means that it isn’t scorching hot! You can easily go to the beach during Cacimbo .

Everything you need to know before travel to Angola

#4 Angola used to be a Portuguese Colony and only became independent in 1975. After independence, it had almost 30 years of Civil War. And even before 1975, Angola was at war for independence for over a decade. That’s 40+ years of war…

#5 The official language of Angola is Portuguese. However, several other local languages are spoken in Angola, Kikongo,  Kimbundu, and Umbundu. These are considered co-official languages.

#6 Very few Angolans speak foreign languages. However, you’ll be better off with English among the foreign languages. Anyway, I would try to learn a few words and expressions in Portuguese to try to communicate.

If you can’t find any other option, maybe you can try Spanish due to its similarity to Portuguese, but I would rely on that only as a last resort option.

#7 Angolan society is very harsh and sometimes aggressive. People are still rebounding from the 40+ years of war, with the horrible things it brings. Furthermore, it wasn’t that long time ago, so many internal and external wounds are still open. I would strongly avoid discussing politics in Angola.

Things to know before going to Angola - A traditional Village in Angola

Do you want to know more about the Angola lifestyle? Check our 10 things you need to know about Angola!

#8 Despite its substantial oil reservoirs, Angola is a very poor (107th) and underdeveloped country. On top of this, It also has a really high unequal distribution of wealth, meaning that there are a few people really really rich, and most of the population is very poor. Furthermore, education and Health are also really bad.

Due to the oil industry, Angolan Economy has really grown in the last 15 years, but it still has a long way to go. Many infrastructures were almost completely destroyed in the wars and are still being rebuilt.

#9 Most of the Angolans are black (Ovimbundu, Ambundu, and Bakongo mostly), and some are mixed race. There is also a considerable presence of foreigners in Angola, mostly in Luanda. The foreigners are mainly Portuguese and Chinese. However, you can easily find Americans, French, Indian, Lebanese, Brazilian, and many others.

#10 Angolan love music and dancing, and they are pretty good at it! You can see them dancing everywhere, it’s really part of being Angolan. Kizomba, Tarraxinha, Semba, and kuduro are their most famous music and dance styles.

#11 The biggest shopping in Angola is on the streets of Luanda. You can see street sellers everywhere in Luanda, and they will sell you everything. Think of an object, and I have probably seen it in the streets! From toilet seats to food and drinks, from car parts to invoice books and tennis shoes or clothes… It’s really incredible.

Angola travel Guide - Street sellers in Angola

#12 Is Angola safe to travel to? It depends on what you compare it to, but in general, Angola isn’t a safe country.

Unless you are very adventurous or very used to traveling in this kind of country, we strongly advise you not to travel on your own.  There are reports of robberies and even kidnappings in Angola, particularly in Luanda.

#13 Be prepared to be stopped by the police many, many times while traveling in Angola. They may also hint to you to pay them off to leave you alone… Doing it or not is your own decision and risk.

This usually happens when driving, but it can also happen when you are casually walking down the street… Always have your documents with you.

Travel in Angola and Tourism

#14 There is only one UNESCO heritage site in Angola. It’s the town of Mbanza Kongo, located on a plateau at an altitude of 570 meters. The town was the political and spiritual capital of the Kingdom of Kongo, one of the largest constituted states in Southern Africa from the 14th to 19th centuries. Unfortunately, we have never been there in Mbanza Congo.

#15 Luanda is the capital and biggest city of Angola. It receives almost all the investment, apart from the oil areas! It’s a very messy city but also full of life. The city is generally quite ugly, but the bay of Luanda is beautiful.

The boardwalk ( marginal de Luanda ) is an excellent place to do your daily exercise, and very close to it, you can find Angola’s National Bank, the currency museum, S. Miguel’s Fort, and other famous landmarks in Angola.

Where to go in Angola? Luanda's boardwalk

#16 However, the best thing to do in Luanda is to go to the beach. The island of Luanda (not an actual island, you can drive there) has beautiful sandy beaches with warm water. Angolan beaches usually have nice bars and restaurants where you can eat, drink, and have fun.

Also, Mussulo is very close to Luanda and offers some other great beach spots. Mussulo is much less developed than the island of Luanda but also has a few beach bars. To get to Mussulo, you take a taxi boat from Embarcadouro or Benfica.

#17  Miradouro da Lua is a beautiful lookout to a unique landscape created by the winds and water. It’s right outside Luanda on the way to Kissama National Park . Its bright colors make it more beautiful and special.

Things to know when traveling in Angola - Top Travel Destinations to visit in Angola

#18 Kissama National Park is Angola’s central Natural Park and is relatively close to Luanda (75km). It’s your best option if you want to do a Safari in Angola. The park is being repopulated after most of the animals were killed during the wars.

Now you can easily see Zebras, Giraffes, Elephants, and several antelopes. The plants in Kissama are also wonderful, with giant Baobab trees.

Click here to see how to do a Safari in Kissama National Park

#19 The beaches of Cabo Ledo and Sangano (almost 100km south of Luanda) are lovely beaches with perfect yellow sand and beautiful warm blue seawater. These beaches are top-rated among expats and locals during weekends as they are a great weekend retreat.

#20 Kalandula falls in the district of Malanje are the most impressive in Angola and are considered to be the 2nd biggest in Africa behind Victoria Falls . They are almost 100 meters high and more than 400 meters wide.

We even consider it one of the best natural wonders in Africa .

things to know when going to Angola - Kalandula waterfall

#21 However, Malanje has a few other attractions to offer. Besides Kalandula, we recommend visiting the Kwanza Rapids, the Black Stones of Pungo Andongo, and the much lesser-known Musseleje falls. If you want to visit this area of Angola, you should reserve at least two days for it.

Click here to see how to travel to Malange and its main attractions!

#22 We have mentioned some great beaches earlier, but the best beaches in Angola are in Benguela Province! If you have the time, we strongly suggest you visit Benguela and its beaches.

Do you want to go to Benguela? Check how to do a Benguela Road trip

In Lobito, you should go to Restinga, which is similar to the island of Luanda but with cleaner water and sand. Nevertheless, the two best beaches in Angola are located in the south of Benguela: Baía Azul and Baía Farta (our favorite).

things to know before going to Angola - Best Beaches of Angola

#23 Our favorite region of Angola is Lubango , and believe it or not, it doesn’t have beaches! It’s much calmer than Luanda, making it a perfect place to escape the craziness of the capital.

Cick here to see everything you need to know about traveling to Lubango

Our favorite things to do in Lubando are the Tundavala Gap, driving Serra da Leba, going to the Lubango Sign (Hollywood style), and enjoying the best resort in Angola: Pululukwa.

things to know before visiting Angola - Tundavala Gap in Lubango

#24 Finally, our last suggestion in Angola is the Namib Desert and the Namibe town. You can quickly go there on a day trip from Lubango. This region is very arid and different from the rest of Angola, but that’s what makes it attractive. In the Namib desert, you can find the welwitschia, which only exists in Angola.

Click here to see our complete guide of the best things to do in Angola

What to eat and drink in Angola

#25 Tradicional Angolan food is similar to other African Cuisine, with cassava being the staple ingredient of many dishes. Portuguese cuisine has significantly influenced Angolan cuisine, with many foods imported into Angola by the Portuguese.

#26 Angola has many good restaurants and a few particularly good ones. However, all of them are very, very expensive! Most of these restaurants are obviously in Luanda. Meat, fish, and seafood are usually delicious in Angola because of the high-quality ingredients used.

#27 Cassava is a very important plant in Angola, especially in the North. It is the largest source of carbohydrates in Angola. Angola is the 3rd largest producer of cassava in Africa and is also the biggest consumer.

The leaves of cassava (called kizaca) are used in dishes, usually boiled, and the roots are dried to make bombó and whipped to make fuba (flour).

#28 Funge (a kind of porridge) is the mainstay of the Angolan diet and is made from the referred cassava or corn fuba(flour). The north of Angola uses more fuba of cassava, and the south uses fuba of corn.

The texture of funge is very sticky, even gelatinous, and doesn’t have much of a flavor, so it’s best eaten with the sauce. Funge is more of a side dish than a main dish. It’s a substitute for pasta, rice, or potatoes.

#29 One thing that it’s particularly good in Angola is the roasted peanuts. In Angola, they are called Ginguba torrada and taste amazing. It’s sold everywhere, you can see the vendors roasting them in coal in the streets.

When it comes to peanuts, there’s also paracuca which is Ginguba candy made with sugar and sometimes vanilla, cinnamon, and other spices.

What to eat in Angola ? Ginguba-torrada

#30 Angola’s National dish is probably Muamba de Galinha (Chicken Muamba). In this dish, the chicken is slow-cooked with okra, squash, dendém) paste. It is served with funge, and sometimes rice. Dendém is the fruit of the palm tree, and it is used a lot in Angolan cuisine, especially to make palm oil.

#31 Calulu  is another typical Angolan dish, and it’s made with  dried fish with vegetables, usually onions, tomatoes, okra, sweet potatoes, garlic, palm oil, and   gimboa   leaves (similar to spinach); It’s often served with funge and beans in palm oil

#32 Finally, we have Mufete, a combination of grilled fish, beans with palm oil,  boiled plantains, boiled sweet potato, cassava flour, and the mufete sauce (a sauce with chopped onion, tomato, bell pepper, lemon, and olive oil).

It is a mouthful of flavor and traveldrafts’ favorite Angolan dish! A must-try for everyone going to Angola!

Angola important facts - Things to eat in Angola - Fish Mufete, traditional Angola Fodd

#33 There are several commercial beers are brewed in Angola, the oldest of which is Cuca, brewed in Luanda. Others include Eka (brewed in Dondo in Cuanza Norte), N’gola (brewed in Lubango), and Nocal (brewed in Luanda).

Click here to read our guide to Angolan cuisine!

#34 One final word about food safety in Angola… You should be very aware of what you eat and where you eat in Angola. Often ingredients aren´t well washed or preserved correctly, becoming a danger to your health. 

Also, never drink unbottled water. Note that typhoid fever is prevalent in Angola and is contagious through the water.

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Money and Costs of traveling to Angola

#35 The currency in Angola is the Kwanza, and its official exchange rate is 1 USD to 255 Kwanza (July/18). However,  the exchange on the streets is much higher because buying foreign currency in Angola is challenging.

Click here to know everything about the oil crisis in Angola!

#36 Luanda is one of the most expensive cities in the world , being nominated as the most expensive for a few years in a row! However, the rest of the country is pretty expensive, also.

What to know about traveling in Angola - Things about Living in Angola

The economic growth and investment from foreign companies created a very diverse society in Luanda. Actually, more than diverse, it’s a society within another society.

The population in Angola is generally very poor, but a smaller group of Angolans and foreigners are rich or at least get paid exceptionally well.

#37 In such an expensive country, everything is expensive or really, really expensive! However, accommodation and food are the ones that will entirely screw your budget. Paying 3 to 5 times more than almost anywhere else without any added benefits is perfectly normal.

Click here to check the actual prices in Angola and why are they so high!

#38 ATMs usually don’t charge for withdrawing money, however, due to the lack of foreign currency, you’ll get a much better deal exchanging money in an exchange office, and the difference will be very relevant. Note that exchanging money in the streets is illegal.

#39 Tippings isn’t part of the culture in Angola. You round up your bills if you feel like it or want to reward good service, but it isn’t mandatory.

How to travel in Angola

#40 It’s more than probable that you’ll enter Angola through Luanda’s Airport, as 99% of the people traveling to Angola travel to Luanda by plane. There are very few international flights to other cities.

On the other hand, you can easily fly from Luanda to the other big towns, like Lubango, Benguela, Huambo, and so on.

Things to know before moving to Angola - Candongueiros - vans in Luanda

#41 You can catch an intercity bus if you don’t want to fly. Many buses connect the towns; however, they take a lot of time (the country is huge!) and are uncomfortable.

Within the cities, particularly Luanda, forget about public buses. You must take the blue vans ( candongueiros ) or call a taxi! As a foreigner, I strongly suggest you do not use the vans, but it’s up to you.

#42 The other options would be renting a car or, even better, renting a car with a driver. Renting a car is very expensive, expect about 100USD per day. It will be even more with a driver, but the difference won’t be that big. This solution gives all the flexibility you need, and if you choose to have a driver, you’d also avoid one of the most significant stress sources in Luanda, the traffic.

#43 Traffic in Luanda is a nightmare, particularly during rush hours, in the morning, and at the end of the day. On a typical day, it’ll take you 1h+ to do 10km in Luanda. If it’s a bad day, you may be there for 2 or 3 hours!

Things to be aware when moving to Angola - Traffic jam in Luanda

#44 Even worse than the traffic is the way Angolans drive. It’s completely insane, without any rules or caring for other people or their own well-being. We have seen things that can’t really be explained. If you aren’t used to this kind of driving, I would strongly advise against driving in Angola.

#45 There aren’t highways in Angola, so there aren’t highway tolls also. Actually, the only toll I know in Angola is crossing the Kwanza river, and it’s pretty cheap compared to everything else.

What to be aware when going to Angola - Things to do in Lubango

#46 Fuel used to be very cheap in Angola, extremely cheap even. However, with the last oil crisis hitting Angola hard, the prices rose because the government stopped subsidizing fuel and even began taxing it. Nowadays, they are still cheaper than most countries, but not as dirt cheap as they were ten years ago.

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#47 How is the internet in Angola? The Internet in Angola isn’t very good. The best hotels will have wifi but don’t expect it to be granted or it to work perfectly… 

This has been improving but expect to have problems connecting. You may buy a data card or even a 4G Pen from companies like UNITEL and Movicel. It should work in Luanda and other big cities but may not work far from them. Also, 3G is usually a bit unstable and slow.

Everything about moving to Angola - Pululukwa Resort

#48 Is Angola dirty? Angola is probably one of the dirtiest countries we have ever been to. Even Cambodia seems clean when compared to Angola! Luanda is much worse than the other cities, but even the others are very far away from clean! Expect to find trash anywhere and everywhere.

#49 How to get a visa to Angola? Angola is probably one of the most challenging countries to get a visa, particularly a working visa. We strongly suggest you get professional help to conduct the whole process. It takes weeks or months, and it’s very frustrating.

things to know when traveling to Angola - Beautiful Angola - Serra da Leba in Namibe

#50 What vaccines do I need to take before going to Angola? Taking the yellow fever vaccine is mandatory, and you’ll be asked to present your International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP). A few other vaccines are also highly recommended, like polio, typhoid fever, hepatitis A, and hepatitis B.

We recommend you see a tropical medicine doctor before traveling to Angola.

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This timeline summarizes the most recent developments in the rules and regulations governing international travel to and from India.

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February 2023

  • From February 13, 11 AM , passengers coming to India from or via China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, and Thailand will not require a negative RT-PCR report from a pre-departure test for COVID-19. Travelers from these five countries will no longer have to fill the self-health declaration form on the Air Suvidha portal either. The 2% random testing on arrival in India [from any country of origin] policy that was started December 24 last year, shall continue.

January 2023

  • Reported by Times of India , all Indians traveling to Sri Lanka will have to follow the country’s revised COVID-19 protocols. Sri Lanka has announced that all tourists to the country will be required to carry their vaccination cards, and unvaccinated travelers must carry a negative PCR report obtained 72 hours prior to their arrival.

December 2022

December 29, 2022.

  • On December 29, 2022, India’s Federal Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced that RT-PCR test would be mandatory from January 1, 2023 for international passengers travelling to India from China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand . The test must be conducted within 72 hours of undertaking the journey to India. 
  • These negative RT-PCR reports must be uploaded on the Air Suvidha portal before travel.
  • This requirement is in addition to the random two percent tests of all international passengers in all incoming international flights on their arrival in India irrespective of their port of departure.

December 28, 2022

Air India Express, India’s first international budget carrier that offers flights to the Middle East and Southeast Asia, has issued guidelines for the maintenance of Covid-appropriate behaviour by travellers travelling from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to India. The guidelines include:

  • All passengers from UAE should preferably be completely immunised as per the approved primary schedule of Covid vaccination. 
  • All visitors should preferably use masks and follow physical distancing on flights/travel and at all points of entry.
  • Post-arrival random testing is not required for children under the age of 12. However, if they have Covid-related symptoms upon arrival, they have to undergo testing in accordance with protocol. 

December 26, 2022

  • On December 24, 2022, Indian Health Ministry announced that international arrivals from China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong and Thailand will have to mandatorily present RT-PCR test results . In case any passengers from these countries are symptomatic or test positive for Covid-19, they will be quarantined. 
  • Economic Times reporting that Air Suvidha form filling to declare current health status will also be made compulsory for international passengers arriving from China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong and Thailand.
  • Times of India reporting that Qatar has reinstated visa-on-arrival (VOA) facility for Indian travellers , which were temporarily halted due to FIFA World Cup 2022 in the country. Indian nationals can get a free VOA in Qatar for a maximum stay of 30 days or as per the hotel reservation and under the following conditions: valid passport for at least six months, confirmed return tickets, and confirmed hotel reservation through ‘Discover Qatar’ website only.
  • Times of India  reporting that effective from January 1, 2023 , Serbia has discontinued visa-free travel regulations for Indian citizens , keeping in line with the requirements of European Union (EU) visa policy and measures to control illegal migrants. 

December 23, 2022

New guidelines applicable for international arrivals from December 24, 2022: “All travelers should preferably be fully vaccinated as per the approved primary schedule of vaccination against COVID-19 in their Country.” See here for the official Ministry of Health and Family Welfare notification issued December 22.

India will randomly test 2 percent of international travelers arriving in the country’s airports for COVID, with effect from Saturday (December 24) 10 am IST , as announced by Mansukh Mandaviya, Health Minister on Thursday December 21. Travelers will be allowed to leave the airport after submitting their sample. After the random testing, if found COVID-positive, the person’s sample shall be sent for genomic testing at a designated INSACOG laboratory network; reports shall be hared with Integrated Disease Surveillance Program at [email protected] by the concerned testing laboratory (besides sharing with the airport health organization APHOS) to be in turn shared with concerned state or union territory for further follow-up action.

  • India is becoming increasingly cautious after a surge in cases recorded in neighboring China as well as in Brazil, US, Japan, and Korea, besides it being the ongoing holiday and festive season, which witnesses a jump in travel. In another move, visitors to the Taj Mahal (Agra, Uttar Pradesh state), will undergo a COVID-19 test before they enter, as per reporting from news agency ANI. While wearing masks are not currently mandatory in most parts of the country, it will likely be increasingly encouraged. For example, the southern state of Karnataka has made wearing masks mandatory indoors and in closed spaces in guidelines released December 22.

December 14, 2022

  • DNA  reporting a travel advisory issued due to the ongoing chaos at Delhi international airport: “To ensure a quick security check, Air India has urged all travelers to bring just one piece of carry-on luggage and arrive at least 3.5 hours early.”
  • Times of India  reporting that Hong Kong and Nigeria are among the latest to remove COVID-19 travel rules for international travelers. 
  • Business Today  reporting that IndiGo has announced 32 connecting flights between India and Europe – flying to Milan, Manchester, Birmingham, Rome, and Venice – starting December 7, 2022. These international flights will operate in partnership with Turkish Airlines.

November 2022

  • Times of India  reporting that Germany is relaxing visa appointment rules for Indian tourists. According to German Missions in the country, Indian travelers can book their visa appointment at any VFS global Visa Application Centre in major Indian cities and the Schengen visa can be applied for three months before the travel date. However, this relaxation does not apply to the D-visa category – students, employment, and family reunion visas, among others.
  • New Air India flights announced between India and US, Europe ( Business Traveller ): – Air India is launching new flights connecting Mumbai with New York, Paris, and Frankfurt, and resuming non-stop flights connecting Delhi with Copenhagen, Milan, and Vienna. The new daily Mumbai-New York service to John F Kennedy International Airport will commence February 14, 2023, which will take Air India’s India-US frequency to 47 non-stop flights per week. – The new Air India flights from Delhi to Europe announced are: four weekly Delhi-Milan from February 1, 2023 and three weekly flights each on the Delhi-Vienna and Delhi-Copenhagen routes starting February 18 and March 1, 2023, respectively. – From Mumbai, new Air India flights are currently being planned to Paris* (thrice-weekly) and Frankfurt* (four weekly) from the next quarter. 
  • India is discontinuing the Air Suvidha self-declaration form starting November 22, 2022. Passengers flying into India will no longer need to fill out the Air Suvidha form from November 21-22 midnight and will not need to take an RT-PCR COVID-19 test.

On November 14, the Canada  government concluded an expanded Canada-India Air Transport Agreement “to allow unlimited flights between both countries”. The announcement said: “The expanded agreement allows designated airlines to operate an unlimited number of flights between the two countries. The previous agreement limited each country to 35 flights per week. The new rights under the expanded agreement are available for use by airlines immediately. Money Control reports that this will give Canadian airlines access to the Indian cities of Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai while Indian airlines will receive access to Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal, and Vancouver as well as two additional points (Canadian cities) selected by India. India is Canada’s fourth largest international air transport market and there are an estimated 1.5 million Indians living in Canada. Presently the only non-stop direct flights in this market are from Air India and Air Canada.

October 2022

The Financial Express  reports plans of Air India to add 20 weekly, non-stop flights to the US and UK between October and December. “With five additional flights a week to Birmingham, nine additional flights to London, and six additional flights a week to San Francisco, Air India said it will be able to offer over 5,000 additional seats every week.” Soon there will be seven Indian cities offering direct Air India flights to London.

September 2022

  • No new updates were made to the “Risk Levels” and “Safety and Security” sections of the Canadian government’s travel advisory for India: The Hindu report .
  • Hong Kong is lifting compulsory quarantine requirement for arrivals starting from September 26. There will be three days of medical surveillance during which inbound persons are free to go out but are obliged to comply with Amber Code restrictions under the Vaccine Pass, followed by a four-day self-monitoring period, making it a 7-day observation period in total, as per the Hong Kong government’s notification .
  • Taiwan will end mandatory quarantine for travelers arriving in the country from October 13 as per reporting from Reuters . Speaking to the media, Taiwan’s Cabinet spokesperson Lo Ping-cheng stated that from September 29, visa-free entry will be resumed for overseas travelers that previously enjoyed that status. Under its ‘New Taiwan Model’, the government is set to increase weekly arrival limits for international travelers to 60,000 from 10,000 and will not require PCR tests for arrivals. If the pandemic situation is stable, the country will end quarantine from around October 13 and increase the weekly arrival limit to 150,000.
  • Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced travel relaxations in Japan while in New York for the UN General Assemebly session. “… from 11 October, Japan will relax border control measures to be on par with the US, as well as resume visa-free travel and individual travel.”  BBC  reports that the cap on daily arrivals will also be lifted.
  • Fiji removed its COVID-19 test requirements for international travelers from September 5, 2022.
  • Media is reporting that Indians traveling to Indonesia can fast track their visa applications on arriving in Jakarta as VFS Global has reached an exclusive agreement with the Indonesian Immigrant Department.
  • See India’s guidelines for international arrivals – dated September 2, 2022 – which came in effect the next day. The document provides protocols to be complied by international travelers as well as those to be followed by airlines and all points of entry (airports, seaports, and land border). 
  • International flights resumed operations starting September 3, in Guwahati’s (Assam state) Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (LGBIA), after a gap of two years. In the next few months, officials speaking to the  Hindustan Times said that the LGBIA airport will start flights from Guwahati to Yangon (Myanmar), Kathmandu (Nepal), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Hanoi (Vietnam), and Bangkok (Thailand).

January – August, 2022

  • Airlines and travel agents in India have to share details of international travelers with the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBIC) 24 hours before departure and arrival. The information will be provided to the National Customs Targeting Centre-Passenger (NCTC). While this rule had been proposed five years ago, to combat tax avoidance and tax evasion, the government has only now developed a regulatory framework to implement this. India is among 60 countries collecting such details of international passengers. The Ministry of Finance issued the notification on August 8, 2022, as per media reports .
  • China no longer requires COVID test information for international arrivals from August 31, 2022 : On Thursday, August 25, 2022, China’s General Administration of Customs released  a new health declaration form for international arrivals, which removes the requirement for visitors to report their nucleic acid test results, infection status, and vaccination dates. This ninth version of the health declaration form will be implemented starting from August 31, 2022, and international visitors can report their health status online by filling out a form on the related WeChat account or webpage. Some  media  interpret that with this update, the current entry requirement, that is, the requirement to have international passengers take two PCR tests for COVID-19 within 48 hours of their departure, the second of which must be within 24 hours of their departure — will be lifted.  However, considering that China is still sticking to its dynamic zero-COVID strategy, we recommend that international travelers double-check with their flight companies for further information.
  • The Chinese Embassy in India has updated its “ Application Procedures and Material Requirements of China Visa “, to be implemented from August 24, 2022. See here for the list of requirements and procedures for various types of Chinese visas, including the M-Visa (commercial and trade activities) and the X1-Visa (long-term study): http://in.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsfw/qz/202208/t20220822_10748221.htm 
  • The  Business Standard  noted in a report that China was working to facilitate the return of foreign students, including from India, who have been stuck due to the COVID-19 visa restriction. The paper quoted Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin who told media that the Chinese side were working intensively for the return of foreign students to China. In updated comments on the foreign ministry website, Wenbin said: “We are confident in seeing the return of the first group of Indian students in the near future. Building on that, the Chinese side will further proceed with the return of other Indian students in a well thought-out and orderly manner.”
  • India’s domestic air fare caps will end from August 31, as the civil aviation regulator DGCA rolls back restrictions imposed in 2020. This minimum to maximum price band had been introduced to avoid sky high ticket prices due to pent up demand in the domestic travel market. 
  • India’s passport offers visa-free access to 60 countries , including Bhutan, Nepal, Macao, Oman, Qatar, and Fiji. According to the latest Henley Passport Index, published by immigration consultancy Henley & Partners, India’s passport ranked 87th. India had ranked 90th in Q3 and Q4 in 2021. The latest index is topped by Japan, whose passport offers visa-free access to 193 countries, followed by South Korea and Singapore (at 192 countries each), and Germany and Spain (190). As per reporting by the Hindustan Times: Indians have ‘visa-on-arrival’ access in Thailand, Indonesia, Maldives, and Sri Lanka as well as 21 countries in Africa.
  • Speaking at the World Economic Forum on Tuesday, the Chinese Premier, Li Keqiang, promised to relax restrictions on international travel in an “orderly” way , which would include facilitating the return of foreign students to rejoin Chinese colleges. Around 500,000 foreign students are enrolled at universities in China, including 23,000 Indians. Li said: “All international students may return to China to continue their studies should they so wish, and outbound commerce and trade activities and cross-border travel for labor services will be advanced in an orderly fashion.” The comments were made during a Special Virtual Dialogue with Global Business Leaders hosted by the forum. Foreign diplomatic missions in China are presently trying to speed up the process to facilitate the return of international students to China. While this is now in a small-scale trial mode, any large-scale opening can be expected only when the country’s epidemic outbreaks slow down.
  • Competent authorities in China and India are communicating on securing the resumption of flights and to bring back the first group of Indian students to China at the earliest as reported in  The Economic Times.
  • Bhutan is allowing travelers into the country from September 23, 2022 – after a two-year gap. Tourists from India should note the levy of a sustainable development fee (SDF), charged at 1,200 ngultrums (approx. INR 1200) per day; children between the age of six and 12 are charged INR 600 per day and no fee is charged from children below the age of five. The SDF fee is not applicable everywhere – there are exemptions to the levy in 11 districts in the less popular Eastern Bhutan region, until December 2024. 
  • India is working to roll out e-passports as per its external affairs minister S. Jaishankar. The minister also informed that the Passport Seva System had been integrated with the DigiLocker system to facilitate paperless documentation. Jaishankar added: “The Ministry in collaboration with the Department of Posts operationalized 428 Post Office Passport Seva Kendras (POPSKs) to reach out to our citizens at their doorsteps. The Ministry has successfully integrated the passport issuance systems in 178 of our Embassies and Consulates abroad.” 
  • Saudi Arabia has lifted COVID-related travel restrictions on citizens travelling to India, Ethiopia, Turkey, and Vietnam and is accepting pilgrims for the forthcoming annual Hajj season, The Hindu  reports June 20, 2022. The requirement to wear face masks in closed places has also been relaxed.
  • China has updated its visa policy for Indians , including Indian professionals and students. China will accept visa applications of foreign nationals and their accompanying family members seeking to return to China for resumption of work in all fields. Visas for tourism and private purposes remain suspended. The details of over 12,000 Indian students have reportedly been forwarded to the Chinese government for visa processing. (Over 23,000 Indian students – mostly enrolled in medical colleges in China – had to return to India and were stuck during the last few years due to the coronavirus pandemic, which first broke out December 2019.) However, China is yet to announce resumption of normal flight facilities between the two countries.
  • The US does not require arriving international travelers to take a COVID-19 test within a day before boarding their flights to the country from June 12, Sunday. “As of 12:01AM ET on June 12, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will no longer require air passengers traveling from a foreign country to the United States to show a negative COVID-19 viral test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board their flight. For more information, see Rescission: Requirement for Negative Pre-Departure COVID-19 Test Result or Documentation of Recovery from COVID-19 for all Airline or Other Aircraft Passengers Arriving into the United States from Any Foreign Country .”
  • Media reports say the DGCA has made masks mandatory at Indian airports and during flights. India recorded 7,240 new cases in 24 hours [ June 9 MoHFW update], the highest since March.
  • On Wednesday, June 8, India’s aviation regulator DGCA announced fresh guidelines for COVID-appropriate behavior. The wearing of masks is now mandatory inside the flight / throughout the air travel , and mask removal is permitted only under exceptional circumstances. Violators could be treated as ‘unruly passengers’ and removed from the flight before departure. This is in line with a Delhi High Court order, which stipulates that violators can be put on ‘no fly list’. 
  • India’s  overall passenger traffic  (both domestic and international) at airports reached 93 percent of pre-COVID levels in May 2022. International passenger traffic reached 63 percent and 72 percent of pre-COVID levels in April and May, respectively. Recovery of domestic travel reached 98 percent of pre-COVID levels in May 2022.
  • Turkey has relaxed all the conditions for Indian travelers entering the country, Turkiye Tourism Board said on Monday, June 6.​​ Now, Indian travelers no longer have to show proof of vaccination or proof of recovery from COVID-29 or negative RT-PCR test report.
  • The United States Embassy in India has tweeted (8.23pm, May 29): “The US Mission to India is pleased to announce that we are resuming routine in-person tourist visa appointments in September 2022. Previously scheduled placeholders have now been cancelled. Applicants whose placeholder appointments were cancelled may now reenter the scheduling system to book regular appointments. Appointments have been opened through 2023.”
  • Media reports say that Israel has removed COVID-19-linked travel requirements for foreign visitors, such as presenting a negative RT-PCR test prior to departure, undergoing an RT-PCR test upon arrival, and quarantine observation.
  • Livemint reports: “Malaysia Airlines will add new routes, increase frequencies and upgrade aircraft to cater to the Indian market, which remains a key geography for the airline.”
  • Saudi Arabia has banned its citizens from travelling to sixteen countries, including India, Indonesia, and Vietnam, after the Gulf state has recorded a five-fold rise in COVID-19 cases. News18 reports : “Saudi Arabia’s General Department of Passports dropped several Covid-19 restrictions towards the end of last year but are now reimposing some of them as Covid-19 cases are being reported from various parts of the world and China and North Korea bearing the brunt of the Omicron variant which is leading to fresh cases.”
  • Indian announced on May 12 that citizens planning to travel abroad are now eligible to get a third (booster/precaution) dose of vaccine three months after their second dose. The rules otherwise stipulate a nine-month gap between the second dose and booster shot. 
  • Scoot, the budget airline from Singapore Airlines Group, has launched daily flight services between Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) and Singapore, up from three times a week. As per reporting by The Hindu  [April 27, 2022], Scoot has a network of 42 destinations in 16 countries and territories, including Australia and Southeast Asia.
  • VietJet has announced that it will resume operations of six flights – on the Delhi-Hanoi route and Delhi-Ho Chi Minh City route from April 29, 2022. New flights have also been added by VietJet on the Mumbai-Phu Quoc route and New Delhi-Phu Quoc route, which are scheduled to start from September 9, 2022.
  • Hong Kong has banned Air India flights till April 24 due to COVID-19 as three passengers on board one of its flights had reportedly tested positive on arrival.
  • On April 11,  Times of India  reported that fully vaccinated passengers from the UAE traveling to India will not necessarily require a pre-departure RT-PCR test at the airport. The move is on a reciprocity basis. However, UAE travelers will need to fill out the passenger locator form on the Air Suvidha portal – same as travelers from any other destination visiting India. Also, travelers need to upload their COVID-19 vaccination certificate onto the Air Suvidha portal.
  • Scheduled international flight services have resumed from Sunday, March 27, 2022 after being suspended for two years due to COVID-19. Starting March 27, six Indian airlines and 60 foreign airlines will connect India with 63 countries . Under the new summer schedule (March 27 to October 29), foreign airlines will operate 1,783 weekly flights and Indian carriers will operate 1,466 departures every week. Among domestic airlines, IndiGo will operate 505 departures per week, followed by Tata Group-owned Air India at 361 weekly flights and its subsidiary Air India Express will operate 340 flights per week.
  • From the  Indian Express : More international airlines add flights to India : “Emirates said… it will be operating the 35 weekly flights from Mumbai, 28 from Delhi, 24 from Bengaluru, 21 each from Chennai and Hyderabad, 14 from Kochi, 11 from Kolkata, nine from Ahmedabad and seven from Thiruvananthapuram.”
  • On March 21, 2022, Chief Executive Carrie Lam announced  that from April 1, the Government will lift the flight ban on nine countries (i.e., Australia, Canada, France, India, Pakistan, the Philippines, the UK, the USA, and Nepal)  and cut the hotel quarantine period for arrivals. Currently, passenger aircraft from these nine countries are not allowed to land in Hong Kong. The Chief Executive also announced the preconditions for boarding a flight to Hong Kong and the COVID-19 control and prevention measures to be implemented upon arrival. Given this, there are  comments  saying that traveling to Hong Kong will not get much easier even after the ban is lifted. Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. plans just one inbound flight every two weeks for fear to be subjected to the city’s 14-day ban on airlines that carry too many passengers found to be infected with COVID-19.
  • Singapore announced it is lifting restrictions for all vaccinated travelers from next week. According to officials, from April 1, fully vaccinated adults and unvaccinated children will be allowed to enter Singapore without quarantining, if they take a pre-departure test . Only travelers on a ‘restricted list’ will face curbs in entering Singapore; as of March 24, 2022 – there are no countries on this list.
  • On March 21, the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) announced relaxed COVID-19-related regulations. NDTV reports MoCA saying “cabin crew members need not wear PPE kit, airlines need not keep three seats vacant on international flights for medical emergencies and security personnel at airports can resume pat-down search of passengers.” However, the use of face mask and maintenance of hand hygiene/sanitizer continues to be mandatory . Airlines may carry additional PPE protective gear, sanitizers, and N-95 masks to handle any respiratory infections related to cases on air – for passengers as well as the crew.
  • Cochin International Airport announces summer schedule (March 27 to October 29) with 1,190 weekly operations (international and domestic flights). 20 airlines will operate flights to destinations abroad (including 16 international carriers). Indigo has the most weekly departures to international destinations (42) and Air India Express accounts for 38 weekly departure operations. Other prominent carriers are Air Asia Berhad, Ethihad, Emirates, Oman Air, Qatar Air, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Kuwait Airways, Thai Airways, Sri Lankan Airlines, Gulf Air, and Fly Dubai. 44 weekly departures are scheduled for Dubai, followed by Abu Dhabi with 42. Air India Express will continue its weekly operations to London and Thai Air Asia will resume Kochi operations in June, with 4 weekly direct flights to Bangkok. Source:  The Hindu Business Line
  • Useful Quick Links from the Air India portal: – Official Circular on Restoration of Indian Visa (E-Tourist Visa and Tourist Visa) for Foreign Tourists   – Circular For Generating and Accessing International Digital Covid 19 Vaccination Certificate – International Travel Advisories
  • Singapore Airlines Group press release: All Singapore Airlines flights from India to Singapore will operate as vaccinated travel lane (VTL) services from March 16, 2022. This will provide eligible customers with quarantine-free entry into Singapore from eight points across India. Scoot, SIA’s low-cost subsidiary, will also progressively convert its non-VTL services from Amritsar, Coimbatore, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchi, and Visakhapatnam to VTL services. Short-term visitors and Singapore work-permit holders who seek to avail VTL services must apply for a Vaccinated Travel Pass (VTP) prior to their visa application. VTP applications should be made between three and 60 calendar days before the person’s intended date of entry into Singapore. Travelers must ensure their eligibility to use the VTL services before their flight. 
  • Regular international flights to resume March 27, 2022 after two years suspension. This is the start of the summer schedule 2022.
  • Economic Times reporting “ Global travel shedding Covid baggage as several nations ease restrictions for Indians “. 
  • India has once again extended its ban on regular commercial international passenger flights – until further orders – as per a circular dated February 28, 2022 issued by the Director-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Flights under air bubble arrangements and international cargo flights will continue.
  • On February 28, 2022 , the Indian government updated its “ List of Countries/Regions in respect of which primary vaccination schedule completion certificate is allowed to be uploaded ” on the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare website: see document here . There are 88 countries now on this list . (The Union health ministry has removed the at-risk categorization of countries.) 
  • India and Thailand have finalized an air bubble arrangement, bringing the total number of such bilateral flight agreements to 37. Airline carriers between India and Thailand will begin operating flights starting in March, which will be subject to approval from the government. Thai Airways will commence flights between India and Thailand starting March 1 under this air bubble. Travelers should note the health protocols and the respective schedules of approved flights between Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Bangkok. Meanwhile, on February 25, SpiceJet announced it will launch six new international flights to Bangkok, commencing from March 10 in a phased manner. SpiceJet plans to launch flights connecting Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata with Bangkok. India reportedly has plans to reopen its regular international travel from March 15, but this is still a tentative date.
  • Singapore, UAE, and Kuwait have updated their travel guidelines and COVID-prevention protocols for travelers from India. See here to know more.
  • The Airport Authority of India has updated its state-wise guidelines for arriving passengers – by region. The PDF links may be accessed here: COVID Guidelines India Northern Region 14-02-2022 COVID Guidelines India Western Region 21.02.2022 COVID Guidelines India Southern Region 22-02-20212 COVID Guidelines India Eastern Region 18-02-2022 COVID Guidelines India North East Region 17-02-2022
  • Dubai ends rapid RT-PCR rules for Indian travelers. Under the new rules , travelers from India have to produce a negative COVID-19 test certificate issued by an approved health service provider and generated 48 hours before scheduled departure of the flight. Passengers will undergo a PCR test upon arrival in Dubai. Transit passengers will be expected to follow rules governing entry at their final destination.
  • It is being reported in The Economic Times that the aviation ministry has requested approval from the health ministry to allow resumption of international flights from mid-March. Reason cited by unnamed government source is that domestic traffic has rebounded.
  • The government has removed restrictions on the number of flights that can be operated between India and Ukraine under their bilateral air bubble arrangement to facilitate travel of Indians from the eastern European country. India has advised its citizens to temporarily leave Ukraine amid its deteriorating relations with Russia.
  • Indian media are reporting that the government is soon to make a decision on whether regular international flights can resume in the summer (March/April). It is being reported by The Economic Times that the aviation ministry has set an internal target of resuming international flight services once domestic airlines capacity touches 80% of pre-COVID flights. (Domestic airlines operated over 2,800 flights before the pandemic struck in 2020; as of February 13, they operated 2,058 flights. To reach the 80% mark, this number has to exceed 2,200.)
  • No testing or mandatory quarantine required for international travelers from February 14, 2022: On February 10, India revised guidelines for international arrivals, which will come into effect February 14, 2022 (Monday, 00.01 Hrs IST). The new guidelines remove the category of ‘at risk’ countries and has scrapped the seven-day mandatory quarantine. Instead, India’s health authorities recommend self-monitoring of 14 days for symptoms . The Union Health Ministry stated that there is “need to monitor the continuously changing” COVID-19 virus but accepted that “economic activities need to be taken up in an unhindered manner”. As per the latest guidelines, all foreign arrivals have to fill a self-declaration form online (Air Suvidha web portal), including a travel history of the past 14 days. They must also upload a negative RT-PCR test conducted within 72 hours of the departure date. Alternatively, they can upload a certificate confirming that they are fully vaccinated. This alternative option is only available for passengers arriving from the 72 countries whose vaccination program are recognized by the Indian government. They include Canada, Hong Kong, USA, UK, Bahrain, Qatar, Australia, New Zealand, and some European countries. See here for the official notification on the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare portal.
  • Australia will reopen its borders for international tourists from February 21 , subject to conditions. The move comes after almost two years of pandemic-linked travel restrictions. Australia’s Prime Minister Scott Morrison said while making the announcement: “The condition is you must be double vaccinated to come to Australia. That’s the rule. Everyone is expected to abide by it.” However, travelers to Australia should note the state-wise rules and restrictions.
  • Vietnam reported to reopen for tourism, welcome foreign travelers from March 15, 2022. See here for information pertaining to travel to Vietnam .
  • On February 5, Bali reopened its borders for international travelers and resumed direct international flights. See here for information on travel to Indonesia .
  • On February 4, the state of Kerala released revised guidelines for international travelers. ( See here for the official notification by the Kerala government.) Any international traveler coming to Kerala, irrespective of their duration of stay, must undergo symptom surveillance. If they are found symptomatic, they must undertake an RT-PCR test at cost at the airport and take further action as per the test results. The revised rules advise home quarantine for international travelers who do not show symptoms; they must self-monitor their health for 7 days from the date of arrival and undergo testing if they develop symptoms. Rapid Antigen Test is advised on the 8th day after arrival. There will be random testing of 2% of international travelers on the flight, irrespective of the country of departure, and the costs will be borne by the Kerala state government. 
  • Singapore Airlines has restarted the vaccinated travel lane (VTL) with India. VTL flights allow quarantine-free travel into Singapore. There are VTL flights from Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai into Singapore. (Singapore has also restarted its vaccinated travel lane with Malaysia.) Passengers should note that there are limited flights and reduced seat quota on these routes.
  • The West Bengal state government announced on January 31, that it is rolling back its ban on all international direct flights coming from the United Kingdom to Kolkata.
  • Indians who are fully vaccinated can reportedly travel to these seven countries: UK, Thailand, Singapore, Cyprus, Vietnam, Israel, and Saint Lucia in the Caribbean.
  • Canada has relaxed COVID-19 testing requirements for travelers from India, starting January 28, 2022. People traveling on direct flights or on a one-stop flight from India do not have to show a negative RT-PCR test done at the Delhi airport within 18 hours of their departure. However, Canada still requires travelers from India to show an RT-PCR test report from an ICMR-approved lab . Fully vaccinated travelers must upload their relevant details onto the ArriveCAN app or website. 
  • India’s Ministry of External Affairs – Guidelines for International Arrivals – Quick Access to Documents: https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/GuidelinesforInternationalarrivalsupdatedon10thFebruary2022.pdf 
  • India has extended the ban on scheduled international commercial flights to 23:59 February 28, 2022: Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). This ban does not apply to international all-cargo operations and the DGCA-approved flights. The notification was released by the DGCA on January 19, 2022.
  • Hong Kong bars flights from India, U.S., U.K., Australia, Canada, France, Pakistan, and Philippines over Omicron fears, reports The Hindu (Jan.5, 2022).
  • Countries reported to be requiring mandatory vaccine booster shots for travelers include Kuwait, Netherlands, Switzerland, France, Croatia, Austria, Greece, and Israel. 
  • Gulf News is reporting that India is currently making a “day to day” assessment on the resumption of normal international flights. “One has to balance the concerns of public safety and travel,” said Rakesh Kumar Verma, Additional Secretary, Tourism, Government of India. “We will take very expeditious action as and when things improve and the assessment is carried out. I’m hopeful that [full] international travel will resume soon.”
  • Starting January 1, 2022, India’s air bubble arrangement with Saudi Arabia will be in effect. 
  • India has reached an air bubble agreement with Australia. According to reporting from Livemint : “Australian airline Qantas has recently started flights between Sydney and New Delhi. The airline is also set to start flights between New Delhi and Melbourne before Christmas. Air India also operated direct commercial flights connecting New Delhi with Melbourne and Sydney before scheduled international flights were suspended by the Indian government. Air India flights between India and Australia will resume in coming days, said a senior official with the airline.”
  • As of December 7, 2021 , India’s Civil Aviation and Health Ministry has made contactless self-declaration at Air Suvidha Portal mandatory for purpose of contact tracing. Exemption forms from the Air Suvidha portal has been discontinued. All international passengers arriving in India must fill in all the details.
  • 108 countries recognize India’s COVID-19 vaccination certificate for travel purpose as per data available on December 6, 2021 .

Commercial international flights were suspended in India since March 25, 2020 due to the coronavirus outbreak. Travel restrictions have begun to be gradually relaxed from October 2021.

Below we highlight the latest guidelines for international travel to and from India.

Latest updates

Status of india’s international air operations.

  • On March 8, an order from the government confirmed resumption of regular international flights from March 27, 2022 . “After being recognized the increase of vaccination coverage across the globe and in consultation with the stakeholders, the government of India has decided to resume scheduled commercial international passenger services to/from India from March 27, 2022, ie [that is] start of the summer schedule 2022,” said the order. India had suspended international flights for the first time in March 2020 and began operating air bubble arrangements since July 2020. 
  • As of February 28, 2022, India has extended its suspension of scheduled international flights “till further orders”. 
  • India rolled back its intention to resume normal international flight schedules from December due to the emergence of the Omicron COVID variant. On December 9, 2021, the civil aviation regulator announced announced the postponement of international scheduled commercial flights till February 28, 2022. Air bubble and evacuation flights schedules, approved flights, and air cargo will function.

India releases periodic guidelines for international passengers coming into India based on the trajectory of the COVID-19 pandemic and emergence of regional variants and their threat assessment. The latest travel guidelines for international arrivals to India were released on February 10, 2022 (and supersede previous notifications): https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/GuidelinesforInternationalarrivalsupdatedon10thFebruary2022.pdf

  • The Air Suvidha portal for submission of Self Declaration Form, which is mandatory: https://www.newdelhiairport.in/airsuvidha/apho-registration 

For evacuation flight schedule Phase 14 (October 1, 2021 to March 26, 2022), see Air India Vande Bharat Mission here (download PDF): https://www.airindia.in/images/pdf/VBM-schedule-dtd-30sep2021-PHASE14.pdf . The evacuation mission has been in place since May 7, 2020. For destinations operated under air bubble arrangement Phase 13 ( September 1, 2021 to September 30, 2021), click here for PDF download .

  • As of April 15, 2021, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has restored electronic visa (e-visa) facility for foreigners from 156 countries. The e-visa facility is applicable for international tourists who wish to visit India for conferences, medical purposes, or business. The e-visa also extends to medical attendants.

Air Transport Bubbles

India has also established “Transport Bubbles” or “Air Travel Arrangements”, which are temporary arrangements between two countries aimed at restarting commercial passenger services when regular international flights are suspended as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. They are reciprocal in nature, meaning airlines from both countries enjoy similar benefits.

The details of such arrangements were last updated in February 2022.

India now has 37 air bubble arrangements in place: Afghanistan, Australia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Canada, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Germany, Iraq, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Kuwait, Maldives, Mauritius, Nepal, Netherlands, Nigeria, Oman, Qatar, Russia, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Ukraine, UAE, UK, USA, and Uzbekistan.

More details can be seen on the government website here: https://www.civilaviation.gov.in/en/about-air-transport-bubbles 

  • Full service carrier Vistara has started non-stop flight services to Paris from Delhi under the air bubble agreement between India and Europe, according to reporting from The Economic Times . Under the air bubble pact, Vistara’s Boeing 787-9 (Dreamliner) aircraft will fly twice a week between Delhi and Paris – on Wednesday and Sunday. London, Frankfurt, Dubai, Doha, Sharjah, and Male are the other international destinations covered by Vistara, which is a joint venture between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines.
  • The US will be lifting travel restrictions on foreign countries from November 8, Monday. Travelers must show proof of vaccination (WHO-approved vaccines); unvaccinated minors will be subject to testing requirements; and all travelers will need to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test 72 hours before departure to the US. See here for Reuters coverage of the changing rules.
  • Air India will offer non-stop flights between Delhi and Sydney starting November 15, 2021. Air India will operate the thrice-a-week service on the Delhi-Sydney-Delhi route under the Vande Bharat Mission. Australia has also formally recognized Covaxin, India’s COVID-19 vaccine.
  • India’s new visa norms stipulate that visas will be granted to foreigners only if they use water and air routes, not land routes. The Ministry of Home Affairs has allowed the gradual resumption of international travel to start from October 15, 2021 and tourist and e-visas will be issued for only a single entry per month. From November 15, all individual foreign nationals (on fresh tourist visas) will be allowed to enter India after observing prevailing COVID-19 protocols as notified by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. 
  • The Union Home Ministry announced on Thursday that India will allow foreign tourists traveling by chartered flights (Vande Bharat and air bubble flights) from October 15, rest from November 15, 2021. Foreigner tourists will be allowed to come in on non-charter flights from November 15 unless the extended restrictions on scheduled flights is substantially lifted. See the Home Ministry’s press briefing here  and reporting by the Economic Times here .
  • The Hindustan Times reporting on October 2 : “Australia’s visiting trade and tourism minister Dan Tehan said foreign students will be able to start “returning towards the end of this year and the beginning of next year”, ahead of the start of the first semester in February-March 2022. The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) of Australia listed Covishield and China’s Coronavac (Sinovac) as “recognised vaccines” after an initial assessment of data on protection offered by the two jabs.”
  • CoWin, India’s digital platform for COVID-19 vaccination, is allowing travelers to download an international version of their COVID-19 vaccine certificate, which is compliant with WHO’s international travel guidelines. This feature went live on September 30, 2021, and allows fully vaccinated individuals to update their existing photo identity to passport number and date of birth to get their International Travel Certificate. See website: https://www.cowin.gov.in/
  • The Indian Bureau of Immigration noted the specific categories of foreign nationals who are permitted to enter India by water routes or by flights, including those under the Vande Bharat Mission, or ‘Air Bubble’ (Bilateral Air Travel Arrangements) Scheme, or by any non-scheduled commercial flights as allowed by the Ministry of Civil Aviation in its notice MHA O.M. No.25022/24/2020-F.V/F.I dated October 21, 2020. See here for reference.
  • Air India has said it will run direct services between Muscat and Vijayawada “once a week or thrice from the first week of July”. The Vijayawada International Airport resumed international flights to Gulf destinations, such as Dubai, Kuwait, Muscat in June, to Singapore in April.
  • Budget carrier Air India Express will operate a total of 64 flights between Malaysia and India in July under Vande Bharat Mission. More below.
  • Foreign nationals who wish to travel to India for medical treatment can apply for a fresh visa under this category and choose one attendant to accompany them as per the visa category provisions (that is, if the original applicant has their medical visa approved).
  • On October 8, 2020, India’s civil aviation authority said the future of international flights will depend on the availability of a vaccine, hinting at the extension of air travel bubble arrangements into March-April next year.
  • Low-cost carrier SpiceJet announces its new flight operations connecting Delhi and Mumbai with London, starting December 4, which will come under the India-UK air bubble agreement.
  • New standard operating protocol announced August 22, 2020 for non-scheduled commercial flights under the repatriation scheme, Vande Bharat Mission, and Air Transport Bubble Agreements.

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Entry requirements

This advice reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel. 

The authorities in Angola set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, check with the Angolan immigration department or contact the Consulate General of Angola in the UK .

COVID-19 rules 

There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Angola. 

COVID-19 restrictions 

Some shops, banks, restaurants and markets may have reduced opening hours. You may have to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination record to enter some venues.  

Passport validity requirements 

Your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Angola and have at least 2 blank pages.  

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.  

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen. 

Visa requirements 

You do not need a visa to visit Angola for up to 30 days.  

If travelling for work, study or business, you must get a visa in advance . If you do not have a visa, or if you have the wrong visa, you may be stopped from boarding or detained at the airport on arrival. Angola’s deportation process can take a long time.  

You can be fined 15,000 Angolan kwanzas a day if you overstay your visa. You may not be allowed to leave the country until your fine has been paid. You may also not be allowed to re-enter Angola. 

The Angolan authorities can fine you for visa offences, including: 

  • working, studying or living in Angola without the correct visa 
  • changing employment without notifying the authorities 
  • employing staff with incorrect visas 
  • failing to renew residence cards  
  • changing address without notifying the authorities 

Vaccine requirements 

There is a risk of yellow fever transmission in Angola. This means you will need a certificate of yellow fever vaccination for some onward travel, including to South Africa. 

For full details about health entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Angola guide . 

Customs rules 

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Angola. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. 

Taking money into and out of Angola 

Declare cash or travellers cheques if the value is 5,000 US dollars or more (10,000 if you’re a resident). You’ll get a certified declaration to show you brought it in with you.  

You cannot take out more than 5,000 US dollars (10,000 if you’re a resident) or its equivalent in any foreign currency.   

You can take out up to 50,000 kwanzas in cash in addition to the foreign currency. 

Officials at the airport may search you to make sure you’re not leaving the country with more than the allowed amount.

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Most visitors from New Zealand, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Angola.

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Fully vaccinated visitors from New Zealand can enter Angola without restrictions.

Can I travel to Angola without being vaccinated?

Unvaccinated visitors from New Zealand can enter Angola without restrictions.

Do I need a COVID test to enter Angola?

Visitors from New Zealand are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Angola.

Can I travel to Angola without quarantine?

Travellers from New Zealand are not required to quarantine.

Do I need to wear a mask in Angola?

Mask usage in Angola is not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.

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By Kiwi.com February 11, 2022

By Kiwi.com | February 11, 2022

Last update: April 6, 2022

This article was published on February 11, 2022, and all the information in the article is correct as of this time. Before you book your trip, we highly recommend that you also check official sources for the most up-to-date travel requirements, as they are subject to constant change.

Can I enter India?

In November 2021, India reopened its borders to all foreign tourists. Nevertheless, several COVID-19 restrictions are still in place in India.

Before going to India, complete the form on the Air Suvidha portal and upload all your covid-related documents there before your flight.

Can I enter India if I am vaccinated?

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You can enter India if you are vaccinated. You are considered fully vaccinated at least 14 days after completing your vaccination course.

As of January 2022, there are ten vaccine drugs approved in India:

  • Biological E Limited
  • Zydus Cadila
  • Sputnik Light
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Oxford/AstraZeneca

Travel documents if I am vaccinated

If you are fully vaccinated, present both documents:

  • A certificate confirming vaccination status

Please note that the Indian government does not any longer require testing from vaccinated travelers. 

In addition, a list of countries which have agreement with India on mutual recognition of vaccination certificates has been formed. These countries are:

  • Antigua & Barbuda
  • Azerbaijan 
  • Belgium 
  • Brunei Darussalam
  • Cambodia 
  • Chile 
  • Commonwealth of Dominica
  • Croatia 
  • Ireland 
  • Kingdom of Morocco
  • Liechtenstein
  • Mexico  
  • New Zealand
  • Netherlands
  • North Macedonia
  • Philippines
  • St. Kitts and Nevis
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Seychelles 
  • Sierra Leone
  • Slovak Republic 
  • Sri Lanka 
  • State of Palestine
  • Switzerland
  • Syria 
  • Thailand  
  • The United Kingdom  
  • Trinidad & Tobago
  • Ukraine 
  • United States of America
  •  Venezuela
  • Vietnam 

Can I enter India if I am unvaccinated?

You can enter India if you are unvaccinated.

Travel documents if I am unvaccinated

If you are unvaccinated, you have to present one of the following documents:

  • Documentation of recovery from COVID-19 that is less than 180 days old
  • A negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before arrival, or a negative antigen test taken no more than 24 hours before crossing the Indian border

Traveling to India from “at-risk” and other countries

Currently, the Indian government categorizes all countries into “at-risk” countries and other countries.

Travelers from other countries (not on the “at-risk” list) do not have any COVID-19 restrictions other than mentioned above.

However, travelers from “at-risk” countries are subjected to self-paid testing at the airport upon arrival in India, then wait for their result. If it is negative, they will be allowed to leave the airport.

As of January 7, 2022, the “at-risk” countries list includes:

  • All European countries
  • South Africa

Can I leave India?

There are no COVID-19-related restrictions for leaving India. Please ensure that you’ve learned the demands of your destination country concerning COVID-19 tests for vaccinated travelers. Several countries, such as the US, demand tests anyway.

  • A document confirming vaccination status

Please check all the requirements about the language of documents and data included, and approved vaccines of your destination ahead.

  • A certificate of recovery from COVID-19 (no more than 180 days old before the day of crossing the border of a particular country)
  • A negative COVID-19 test result (the relevant period and kind of test may vary, please check the requirements of the destination country)

COVID-19 situation in India currently

As of January 2022, international travel to India is safer compared to the previous months. However, please adhere to all COVID-19 restrictions that are still in place to ensure your safety.

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