Angola visa from Algeria
Last verified: July 2026 (smevisa.gov.ao source)
Do you need a visa for Angola from Algeria?
Yes, but Algeria is eligible for the Angolan e-Visa. For tourism, visit or business, everything is 100% online on the SME portal (smevisa.gov.ao) — fee ≈ $120, 30-day stay — OuiVisa can handle this. ⚠️ A yellow-fever certificate is mandatory on entry. For formal study, it is a consular visa via the Angolan mission.
Official source: smevisa.gov.ao
At a glance
- Main type
- Tourist e-Visa
- Algeria
- e-Visa eligible
- System
- 100% online (SME — smevisa.gov.ao)
- OuiVisa processing
- Online (Track B)
- Fees
- ≈ $120 (to confirm)
- Stay
- 30 days (extendable)
- Yellow fever
- Certificate mandatory on entry
- Formal study
- Consular visa (mission — Track A)
Choose your purpose of travel
Required documents (e-Visa)
- Passport (valid ≥ 6 months, 2 blank pages)
- Online e-Visa form (smevisa.gov.ao) + scanned passport page
- Digital photo (white background)
- Yellow-fever vaccination certificate (mandatory to enter)
- Proof of accommodation (hotel or invitation letter)
- Round-trip flight booking (proof of onward travel)
- Proof of funds for the stay
How to apply, step by step
- 1Check your e-Visa eligibility
Algeria is eligible for the Angolan e-Visa (SME portal).
- 2Complete the e-Visa form online
On smevisa.gov.ao: scanned passport + photo + accommodation + flight.
- 3Pay the fee (≈ $120)
Per the SME portal's procedure (to confirm).
- 4Receive your e-Visa (≈ 3–5 days)
An authorisation to print; 30-day stay.
- 5Yellow-fever vaccine + travel
The yellow-fever certificate is required on arrival.
By purpose of travel
Angola tourist e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit Angola as a tourist from Algeria?
For tourism, Algerians do an e-Visa — 100% online on the SME portal (≈ $120, 30-day stay). You need a valid passport, a yellow-fever certificate, proof of onward travel and funds. Luanda, Kalandula, Namibe… OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Yellow-fever certificate
- Round-trip flight + accommodation
Angola business e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a business trip to Angola from Algeria?
For meetings, trade shows or negotiations in Angola (oil, construction, energy), Algerians do an e-Visa for business — 100% online on the SME portal, no paid work. A letter from the Angolan host company helps the file. Yellow-fever certificate mandatory.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Letter from the Angolan host company
- Yellow-fever certificate + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Can I work on the e-Visa?
No. It covers business-visitor activities (meetings, trade shows), not paid work — which needs a work visa (outside scope).
Angola family visit e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit a relative in Angola from Algeria?
To visit family or friends in Angola, the e-Visa (visit purpose) works — 100% online on the SME portal. Give the host's address and provide the yellow-fever certificate. OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Host address / invitation letter
- Yellow-fever certificate + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Do I need an invitation?
A host invitation letter strengthens the file; the host's address is requested.
Angola medical e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for medical treatment in Angola from Algeria?
For treatment in Angola, Algerians do an e-Visa for a medical purpose with a letter from the Angolan hospital (appointment + estimate) and proof of funds. 100% online on the SME portal, yellow-fever certificate mandatory. OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Letter from the Angolan hospital (appointment + estimate)
- Medical records + proof of funds
- Yellow-fever certificate
Questions about this purpose
What medical documents are required?
A letter from the Angolan hospital (appointment + estimate) and your medical records with your Algerian doctor's recommendation.
Short study in Angola from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a short course in Angola from Algeria?
For a short course (within the e-Visa), an e-Visa may suffice — 100% online. Note: a formal program needs a consular study visa via the Angolan mission — see the long-stay study page. Yellow-fever certificate mandatory.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Enrolment / course letter (short)
- Yellow-fever certificate + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a study visa?
No for a short course (visit e-Visa). A formal program needs a consular study visa — see the dedicated page.
Transit in Angola from Algeria
Do you need a transit visa for Angola?
An airside transit at Luanda (without clearing immigration, in the international zone) generally needs no visa. To leave the airport or enter Angola, an e-Visa applies (SME portal, ≈ $120, 100% online). The yellow-fever certificate is required on entry. Check per your connection.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Valid passport
- Onward ticket (connecting flight)
- Yellow-fever certificate (if entering)
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a visa to transit through Angola?
Not for an airside transit (international zone). As soon as you enter, an e-Visa is required.
Fees (e-Visa)
| Tourist e-Visa | ≈ $120 (to confirm) |
| Online bank charges | varies |
| Yellow-fever vaccination | per centre |
Official fees: the Angolan tourist e-Visa costs ≈ $120 (payment mode — online or on arrival — to confirm on smevisa.gov.ao). The application is 100% online on the SME portal (Serviço de Migração e Estrangeiros, the only official portal; beware of copycat sites). 30-day stay (usable within 60 days of issue, extendable), decision ≈ 3–5 working days. ⚠️ A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is mandatory on entry (yellow-fever country). Passport valid ≥ 6 months + proof of onward travel. Confirm on smevisa.gov.ao.
Frequently asked questions
Is Algeria eligible for the Angolan e-Visa?
Yes: Algerian nationals can apply for the Angolan e-Visa (tourism) 100% online on the SME portal (smevisa.gov.ao). OuiVisa can handle this.
Do I need a yellow-fever vaccine?
Yes, mandatory: Angola is a yellow-fever country and requires a valid vaccination certificate on entry, regardless of where you come from.
How long can I stay?
The tourist e-Visa grants 30 days (usable within 60 days of issue), extendable in-country.
How do I avoid scams?
The only official portal is the SME one (smevisa.gov.ao). Copycat sites overcharge for the e-Visa: always check the address. OuiVisa uses the official portal.
What about formal study?
It is a consular study visa via the Angolan mission; in-country residence is referred to a licensed adviser.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Issuance is at the SME's (Angolan authorities') discretion; OuiVisa (or a partner agency) prepares and submits the file, but approval is not guaranteed.
Ready to do your Angola e-Visa online?
OuiVisa fills the official SME portal and submits your e-Visa (tourism / business) — check before payment.
Start my e-Visa onlineVisa application assistance — short and long stay, including study. OuiVisa does not provide immigration advice, residency, family reunification, work-permit or settlement services; for these we refer you to a licensed adviser. Visa issuance is at the competent authority's discretion; approval is not guaranteed.
