🇦🇴 Import Customs & Duties: Angola
Quick Facts
Duty-free threshold
$0
Duty applies from $0
VAT / Sales Tax
14%
CIF value + duty. Consumption tax (Imposto de Consumo) also applies at varying rates on luxury goods.
Clearance Time
5-14 days express, 21-45 postal days
typical processing
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 2-10% (smartphones 2%, TVs 10%) | 85 |
| Clothing | 20-30% | 61-62 |
| Footwear | 20-30% | 64 |
| Food products | 2-50% (basic staples 2%, processed food 30-50%) | 01-24 |
| Machinery | 2-5% (oil industry equipment 2%) | 84 |
| Cosmetics | 10-20% | 33 |
| Books | 0-2% | 49 |
| Toys | 10-20% | 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
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Customs Clearance Process
Servico Nacional das Alfandegas (SNA) manages customs. ASYCUDA electronic system for declarations. Customs broker required for commercial imports. Pre-shipment inspection by authorized agencies mandatory. Import license (Licenca de Importacao) required for most goods. Portuguese documentation required. Luanda is the main port.
What to Actually Expect
Can be very slow. Portuguese documentation required. Luanda port congestion common, one of the most expensive ports in Africa. Informal payments frequently reported. Express couriers (DHL, FedEx) provide faster clearance but costs are extremely high. Plan for 2-6 week delays for postal items. Oil-dependent economy, non-oil imports can face currency shortage problems. Food imports heavily protected (up to 50% duty on processed food).
Required Documents
Commercial Invoice
Item description, quantity, value, sender and receiver details
Packing List
Detailed description of contents in each package
Customs Declaration (CN22/CN23)
Required for postal shipments
Air Waybill (AWB)
Generated by the carrier when booking the shipment
Certificate of Origin
May be required for reduced duties (FTA/preferential rates)
Export/Import License
For restricted goods (electronics, medicines, chemicals)
Import License Requirements
Import license required for most commercial goods via Ministry of Commerce. Pre-shipment inspection mandatory. Strict controls on used goods and vehicles. Pharmaceutical imports require DNME authorization. Oil industry imports get preferential treatment.
Certificate of Origin
SADC certificate for regional preferential trade. Angolan Chamber of Commerce (CCIA) issues non-preferential certificates. Consular legalization often required for commercial shipments.
Learn more →Prohibited & Restricted Items
Prohibited
- xNarcotics and illegal drugs
- xExplosives and flammable materials
- xWeapons and ammunition
- xCounterfeit goods
- xCounterfeit currency and documents
Restricted (permit required)
- !Medicines and pharmaceuticals
- !Food and beverages
- !Plants and seeds
- !Electronics (lithium batteries)
- !Perfumes and cosmetics (volume limits)
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Duty & Tax Estimate
Estimated import charges when shipping goods to Angola:
| Goods Value | Duty | VAT/Tax | Total Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $10 | $8 | $18 |
| $100 | $20 | $17 | $37 |
| $200 | $40 | $34 | $74 |
| $500 | $100 | $84 | $184 |
| $1000 | $200 | $168 | $368 |
Estimates only. Actual duties depend on product category and HS code.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duty-free threshold for Angola?
Angola has no duty-free threshold. All imported goods are subject to duties regardless of their value.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Angola?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Angola is 14%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. Consumption tax (Imposto de Consumo) also applies at varying rates on luxury goods.
How long does customs clearance take in Angola?
Typical customs clearance in Angola takes 5-14 days express, 21-45 postal days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Angola?
To import into Angola, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Angola?
Angola prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.