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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Angola.
in US Dollar (USD)
Change cash in local currency
Local currency / ISO Code
New Kwanza AOA
Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
The declaration form must be kept until final departure.
For reasons of safety, it is advisable not to exchange cash over the amount needed immediately.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Travelers are advised to take cash in US dollar (USD).
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Risk of dengue fever.
Year-round risk of malaria throughout the country.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Vaccination against yellow fever mandatory.
National language
Official language
Portuguese
Voltage
220 volt
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passaporto valido almeno ancora 6 mesi dopo la fine del soggiorno con visto.
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Luanda, Rua Agostinho Tomé das Neves 8, Bairro Maianga
Tel. +244 222 353 710 / +244 222 352 316
Opening hours
Banks
8.00 - 11.00 h and 14.00 - 15.00 h (Mon - Fri)
Driving
International driver's licence required for car rentals.
Time difference with Switzerland
+/- 0 h; - 1 h during our summer time
Capital
Luanda
Country code for calling Switzerland
01 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Other information
Security
Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
High crime rate.
Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.
Walking the streets after nightfall is not advised.
Special legal regulations
Photographing persons wearing an uniform, military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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