Angola travel advisories

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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs International Safety Information
Travel advisories Updated on Aug. 19, 2025, 4:28 a.m.
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Stop all non-essential travel

The following information has been provided by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The information is subject to change without notice. This is not a comprehensive list, and you are urged to check the most up-to-date information and details.

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Entry information for travelers from Japan

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COVID-19 risks

Oct. 19, 2022, midnight

In light of the fact that the global infection situation is generally improving, and that G7 countries have already stopped designating levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information will be issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).

Aug. 24, 2022, midnight

On August 24, the infectious disease risk information for 41 countries was changed from level 3 (recommendation to avoid travel) to level 2 (please refrain from non-essential travel), and the infectious disease risk information for 55 countries/regions was changed to level 2. The level has been lowered from (Please refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent travel) to Level 1 (Please be careful).

July 25, 2022, midnight

On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.

July 1, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

May 26, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

April 1, 2022, midnight

The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.

Nov. 29, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.

Nov. 29, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.

Aug. 13, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

May 18, 2021, midnight

Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".

Oct. 30, 2020, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

Oct. 30, 2020, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

Local and national news

Information for the past 30 days.

Alert regarding piracy and other incidents in the Gulf of Guinea

Aug. 15, 2025, midnight wide area information
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In the Gulf of Guinea, there have been frequent incidents of piracy (note), including boarding by armed groups and robberies.
Operators of ships sailing through the Gulf of Guinea and surrounding waters, as well as those planning to board such ships, are advised to be fully aware of the risk of encountering damage from piracy and other incidents in the area, make efforts to obtain the latest information, take great care to ensure safety, and, depending on the situation, refrain from boarding ships sailing through the area.

Note: "Piracy and other incidents" includes "piracy" that occurs on the high seas and "armed robbery" that occurs within territorial waters.

Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates

Information from the past two weeks.

Local security information (protest demonstrations against the government and possible strikes by shared taxis in Luanda province)

Aug. 10, 2025, 10:05 p.m.
There has been information on social media and elsewhere that another strike will be held in Luanda province from Monday, August 11th to Sunday, August 17th in protest against the arrest of the vice president of the Angolan National Taxi Association (ANATA), the organizer of the strike, for allegedly leading stone-throwing on public roads and looting of stores and other properties that took place during the strike that took place from Monday, July 28th to Wednesday, July 30th.
However, on Wednesday, August 6th, the Angolan National Association of Taxi Drivers (ANATA) made an official statement announcing that it would not go on strike and that it would take formal action through its lawyer regarding the detention of its vice-president.
On the other hand, posts calling for protest demonstrations and strikes have been confirmed on social media.

When we checked with local security authorities on Friday, August 8th, they responded, "As has been announced so far, the possibility of strikes or other such events is extremely low, but if you do encounter such a situation, please move to a safe location as quickly as possible."

All Japanese nationals residing in Japan are requested to take note of the following points and always act with caution to avoid being caught up in any unforeseen circumstances.
(1) Make efforts to obtain the latest and most accurate information on the security situation, including demonstrations, through radio, television, the Internet, etc.
(2) Be aware of your surroundings, avoid crowds, and try not to stand out.
(3) If you encounter a demonstration or other event, leave the area immediately and move to a safe place.
(4) Prepare for unforeseen circumstances by stockpiling food, drinking water, fuel, etc.

In addition, please continue to make efforts to obtain the latest public safety information, and make efforts to ensure your own safety by strictly adhering to the three principles of safety: "Act inconspicuously," "Make sure your actions are not predicted," and "Remain vigilant."

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[Contact information]
Embassy of Japan in Angola
Address: Torres Loanda, 2F Rua Gamal Abdel Nasser Ingombota, Luanda
Phone: +244-923-167090
FAX: +244-923-167095
Embassy website: https://www.angola.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/

If you require assistance when entering or leaving the country, please contact the Consulate.