Angola Travel Safety Guide
What are the emergency numbers in Angola?
Angola emergency numbers: 113 (Police), 116 (Ambulance), 115 (Fire Department).
Is Angola safe for travelers?
Luanda has a high level of crime, including armed robbery. Some attacks have been fatal. If confronted, hand over money and valuables immediately.
Risk is not uniform. Some border regions and parts of Cabinda carry much higher security risk than normal business-travel zones.
What health risks should travelers know about in Angola?
Healthcare quality can be limited and evacuation insurance matters. Malaria risk is relevant, so mosquito precautions are not optional.
How is transportation in Angola?
Use hotel-arranged drivers or trusted booked transport in Luanda. Avoid casual street transport and avoid moving around on foot after dark.
What should travelers know about money in Angola?
Currency is Angolan kwanza (AOA). Cash is still important, and card acceptance is much patchier than visitors expect outside better hotels and larger businesses.
City Specific Info
Luanda
Do not normalize Luanda as a casual walkable city after dark. Security-minded transport planning matters more here than in most tourist capitals.
Which embassies are in Angola?
Mostly in Luanda, Samba, Ingombota.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the emergency number in Angola?
In Angola, you can reach police at 113, ambulance at 116, fire services at 115. These numbers work from any phone, including mobile phones without a local SIM card.
Is Angola safe for tourists?
Luanda has a high level of crime, including armed robbery. Some attacks have been fatal. If confronted, hand over money and valuables immediately.
What currency is used in Angola?
Currency is Angolan kwanza (AOA). Cash is still important, and card acceptance is much patchier than visitors expect outside better hotels and larger businesses.
What health precautions should I take in Angola?
Healthcare quality can be limited and evacuation insurance matters. Malaria risk is relevant, so mosquito precautions are not optional.
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