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Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Angola. Fee: USD 120 (~USD 120). Processing: 7-15 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eVisa available via SME portal. Tourist visa: USD 120 (single entry, 30 days). Pre-approval visa via embassy also available: ~USD 80-100. Yellow Fever vaccination mandatory.
Visa types: eVisa (Tourist 30/90-day); Visa on Arrival (limited categories); Business Visa; Work Visa; Student Visa; Family Visa; Investment Visa; Transit. eVisa launched 2018.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 60 days from issue. Max Stay: 30 days (eVisa single) / 90 days (multi-entry).
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (9+ months, 2 blank pages); Online application at gov.ao or apply at Angolan Embassy; Recent digital photo; Hotel reservation OR invitation letter from Angolan host; Return ticket; Bank statement (USD 200/day recommended); Yellow Fever vaccination (MANDATORY); International COVID/health certificate as required.
Visa types (4)
eVisa available via SME portal. Tourist visa: USD 120 (single entry, 30 days). Pre-approval visa via embassy also available: ~USD 80-100. Yellow Fever vaccination mandatory.
Business visa for Angola. Hydrocarbon-focused economy — BD trader presence in oil services, construction, fisheries. Multi-entry available for repeat business travelers.
Student visa for Angola. Portuguese-medium institutions; limited international student programs. Agostinho Neto University main option.
Work visa for Angola — significant for Bangladeshi workers in oil & gas (Cabinda, Soyo), construction, fisheries. Employer-sponsored.
Common rejection reasons
Common BD rejections: (1) Yellow Fever vaccination certificate missing or expired (MANDATORY); (2) Insufficient invitation letter detail; (3) Weak financial proof (USD 200/day not met); (4) Incomplete employment documentation; (5) Inconsistent itinerary.
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