Angola Temporary Stay Visa and Study Visa

The Angola Temporary Stay Visa is used for foreign nationals entering Angola for humanitarian activities, religious missions, scientific research, family reunification, or to accompany a principal permit holder. It is also the status generally used by accompanying spouses and dependants of foreign nationals holding valid immigration status in Angola.

The Study Visa is required for foreign nationals undertaking educational activities in Angola. This includes attendance at schools, colleges, universities, and other recognised educational institutions. In Angola, study authorisation applies to all levels of education, including minor children accompanying foreign parents and attending school locally.

Angola does not recognise life partnerships or same-sex marriages for immigration purposes. Dependants accompanying a principal applicant must generally qualify through a legally recognised marriage or their own independent immigration status.

Last updated: 07/05/2026

Applications for Temporary Stay and Study Visas require personal documentation, proof of relationship or enrolment, and supporting evidence relating to the purpose of stay in Angola.

Temporary Stay Visa requirements may include:

• A valid passport
• Completed visa application form
• Passport-sized photographs
• Proof of lawful status of the principal applicant in Angola
• An undertaking from the principal applicant confirming financial support for dependants
• A marriage certificate for accompanying spouses
• A birth certificate for accompanying minor children

Study Visa requirements generally include:

• A valid passport
• Completed visa application form
• Passport-sized photographs
• Proof of enrolment at an accredited educational institution in Angola
• Supporting documentation relating to the course or programme of study

All supporting documents should accurately establish the relationship between the applicant and the principal permit holder or educational institution. Additional requirements may vary between Angolan missions.

Applications for Temporary Stay and Study Visas are generally processed more slowly than short-term visitor visas because they are linked to longer-term residence arrangements.

Typical processing timeline:

Temporary Stay and Study Visa applications are generally processed within approximately 2 to 3 months. In practice, processing may take longer depending on the Angolan mission handling the application and whether additional documentation is requested.

Processing times may also vary depending on the immigration status of the principal applicant, the educational institution involved, and the completeness of the application pack submitted.

Fees may vary depending on the visa category, nationality of the applicant, and the Angolan mission processing the application.

Additional costs may include:

• Document translation into Portuguese
• Document legalisation and certification
• Medical examinations or supporting medical documentation
• Educational document verification
• Courier or administrative submission costs

Applicants should confirm all applicable government fees and payment methods directly with the relevant Angolan mission before submission.

Because procedures may vary between missions, applicants should also verify whether any local submission or biometric costs apply in their jurisdiction.

Applications for Temporary Stay and Study Visas are generally submitted through the Angolan mission responsible for the applicant’s country of residence or citizenship.

Step 1: Confirm the correct visa category

The applicant must determine whether the stay falls under family accompaniment, humanitarian or research activities, or educational purposes requiring a Study Visa.

Step 2: Gather supporting documentation

The applicant prepares all required documents, including relationship documents, educational records, proof of enrolment, and support letters where applicable.

Step 3: Confirm mission-specific requirements

Applicants should contact the relevant Angolan mission to confirm the correct forms, checklist, and submission procedures, as requirements may vary between missions.

Step 4: Submit the application

The completed application and supporting documents are submitted to the relevant Angolan mission for processing.

Step 5: Await processing and decision

The Angolan authorities review the application and issue the visa if all requirements are met.

Step 6: Travel and maintain lawful status

Once issued, the applicant may travel to Angola and must comply with the conditions attached to the visa category granted.