Country Profile

Nestled in the south-central africa, angola borders namibia from the south, democratic republic of the congo to the north, zambia from the east side. Angola is the 23rd largest nation in throughout the world. The country is divided into 18 provinces with 163 municipalities. There are many ethnic groups reside in the angola- 37% ovimbundu, 25% kimbundu, 13% bakongo, 2% mestiços, 1% european and with the population of 22% other ethnic groups. More than 53% of the population are followers of christian religion. Industry is the major GDP contributor followed by service and agriculture sectors. Angola is the member of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries. Luanda is the capital of angola, which is also its largest state. USA, china, france are the major trading partners of angola.

Snapshot

Economic Overview

• Angola has been characterized as the fastest growing economy of the african region.
• The nation has been positioned on 3rd rank as the largest producer of diamonds in africa.
• It is highly blessed with natural resources like petroleum, diamonds, iron ore, copper, gold, bauxite, uranium.
• During the first quarter of 2008, angola has become the main exporter of oil to china.
• In sub-saharan africa, angola has been characterized as the 3rd largest trading partner to the united states.
• 2nd largest petroleum producer in sub-saharan africa.

International Trade

Major Export Items
Crude Oil, Diamonds, Refined Petroleum Products, Gas, Coffee, Sisal, Fish and Fish Products, Timber, Cotton

Main Destinations of Exports
United States, China, France, Taiwan

Major Import Items
Machinery and Electrical Equipment, Vehicles and Spare Parts, Medicines, Food, Textiles, Military Goods

Main Origins of Imports
Portugal, USA, South Korea, China, Brazil, South Africa, France, UK

Contacts of Trade Ministries/ Associations

Business Visa Rules

• Passport with 6 months of validity.
• Fully completed and signed visa application form with passport size photographs.
• Applicant is needed to give copy of hotel reservation with the return ticket/outbound ticket or itinerary.
• Applicant is required to give the invitation letter from the business associate or company situated in the angola. The company will either employing, hiring or sponsoring the trip with the specific mention of the work which would be done by the applicant. It requires the authentication from the public notary.

Business Hours

Gov. Offices:   Monday to Friday from 08:30 - 12:30 & 14:30 - 18:00, Saturday 08:30 - 12:30
Banks:    Monday to Friday from 08:00 - 12:30 & 14:00 - 15:00

Public Holidays