Angola travel guide for the Irish

Irish passports are eligible for visa‑free entry for up to 30 days. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended departure date.

A certified yellow‑fever vaccination card is checked on arrival. No other vaccines are mandatory, but routine immunisations are recommended.

Ireland does not have an embassy in Angola. The nearest Irish diplomatic mission is the Embassy of Ireland in Pretoria, South Africa.

In Angola, the Irish can obtain consular assistance from the British Embassy in Luanda (address, phone, email).

A 10‑day trip (flights, mid‑range accommodation, meals, transport) typically costs between €1,800 and €2,500 per person, depending on season and airline.

Direct flights from Dublin to Luanda are not available; typical routes connect via Lisbon or Johannesburg, total travel time 12–15 hours including layover.

Angola is in West Africa Time (UTC+1), the same as Ireland in summer (BST) and one hour ahead in winter (GMT).

Angola uses Type C and Type F plugs, 220 V, 50 Hz. Irish travellers should bring a universal adapter and, if needed, a voltage converter for non‑dual‑voltage devices.

Restaurants: round up the bill or leave about 10 % for good service.

Drivers and guides: a small tip (≈ €2–€5) is appreciated.

Police: 113

Ambulance: 112

Fire: 115

Irish consular assistance: contact the British Embassy in Luanda (+244 222 331 000).