Angola Travel Advisory
Travel Advisory
April 9, 2019
Angola – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Exercise normal precautions in Angola. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Exercise increased caution in:
Urban areas due to crime and kidnapping.
Read the Safety and Security section on the country information page.
If you decide to travel to Angola:
Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
Use caution when walking or driving at night.
Keep a low profile.
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
Review the Crime and Safety Report for Angola.
U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler ’s Checklist .
Urban areas
Violent crime, such as armed robbery, assault, kidnapping, carjacking and homicide, is common. Local police lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents
Last Update: Reissued with updates to the Risk Indicators.
Travel Advisory Levels
Assistance for U.S. Citizens
U.S. Embassy Luanda
Rua Presidente Houari Boumedienne #32
Miramar, Luanda
Angola
Telephone
+(244) 222-64-1000
Emergency
+(244) 222-64-1000
Fax
+(244) 222-64-1232
Email
consularluanda@state.gov
Website
U.S. Embassy Luanda
