Angola – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Advisory Issued March 5, 2026

Exercise increased caution

in Angola due to crime, health, unrest, and landmines. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Crime

Petty crime, assaults, and armed robberies are common. Other crimes, like burglary, occur, but with less frequency.

Health

Medical services in Angola are limited. Adequate trauma and ambulance services are not widely available. Even a minor health issue may require medical evacuation at the traveler’s expense.

Unrest

Demonstrations related to the local political situation may occur with little notice. They may disrupt transportation and other essential services.

Landmines

Landmines and unexploded ordnance exist throughout Angola. Many locations with unexploded landmines and ordnance are marked. However, some may be unmarked or hard to spot.

Reconsider Travel to the Luanda greater metropolitan area due to risk of crime.

Source: https://travel.state.gov/content/tsg_aem/us/en/home/international-travel/travel-advisories/destination.ago.html
Originally Published: March 5, 2026