Angola Travel & Emergency Guide

Emergency Numbers in Angola

Key Travel Facts

Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Angola

Toll & Vignette: No vignette required. Minor toll plazas on select highways around Luanda.

Tipping & Etiquette

Recommendation: 5 to 10 percent in Luanda restaurants. 10% is customary in upscale dining and hotels. Drivers and tour guides appreciate gratuities.

• DO Always carry official identification or certified passport copies.
• DO Remain courteous and patient during police or traffic check-points.
• DON'T Do not photograph military zones, government sites, or police infrastructure.
• DON'T Avoid walking alone at night in unlit urban areas or deserted beaches.

Power Sockets & Tap Water

Plug Type & Electricity: Type C & F (220V, 50Hz – standard European two-pin plugs fit).

Tap Water: Tap water is unsafe for drinking. Consume only bottled and sealed mineral water.

Insider Tip: Luanda is an expensive capital; hire taxis via reputable hotels or transport apps. Cash in Kwanza or local cards are standard.