It is important to know about customs regulations before traveling to Angola to avoid legal issues and potential fines. As you know, customs regulations widely depend on the country. Before traveling to (or from) Angola make sure to check the allowance and limits for the next things:
- Alcohol and tobacco
- Currency
- Medicines (especially those containing drugs)
- Animals
- Cultural artifacts
- Plants, fruits, vegetables and other agricultural products
Check the information below to be sure that you are complying with Angola customs regulations.
Import regulations in Angola
Duty-free allowance
Tobacco limit
Restricted to travellers 18 years and over. One of the following:
- 400 cigarettes;
- and 500 grams of loose tobacco.
Bringing alcohol
Restricted to travellers 18 years and over. All of the following:
- 1 litre spirits;
- and 2 litres wine.
Cash limit
- Travellers may import up to Kz50,000 of local currency.
- Residents of Angola may import up to US$10,000 or its equivalent in other foreign currencies. Any higher amount must be declared to the customs authorities.
- Non-residents of Angola may import up to US$5000 or its equivalent in other foreign currencies. Any higher amount must be declared to the customs authorities.
Other Goods
- Personal goods, including personal electronics, 1 pack of toiletries, clothing, and souvenirs.
- Footwear and costume jewellery up to a value of Kz140,800.
- 3 bottles of perfume or eau de toilette.
Prohibited items
The following are goods which cannot be brought into the country.
- Counterfeit and pirated goods.
- Illegal drugs.
For further information, please visit the Angola General Tax Administration website.
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