Official Import Rules
Angola requires an ISO microchip, current rabies vaccination (at least 30 days old), a government-endorsed veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, and an import permit from the Direcção Nacional de Pecuária. Internal and external parasite treatment required.
Documents should be in Portuguese or accompanied by certified Portuguese translations. Arrival through Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD) Luanda.
Medical Roadmap
Microchip (ISO 11784/11785)
Rabies vaccination (at least 30 days before travel)
Apply for import permit
Internal/external parasite treatment
Health certificate within 10 days of travel (in Portuguese)
Government endorsement
Arrive at Luanda (LAD)
Preparation Checklist
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Cost Breakdown
Quarantine Information
Possible inspection quarantine
City & Housing Tips
Luanda (Talatona, Miramar) is the only city with meaningful pet infrastructure. Angola has a significant expat community, primarily in the oil and mining sectors. Luanda is one of the most expensive cities in Africa for expatriates.
Vets & Common Parasites
Limited vet care in Luanda with a few clinics serving the expat community. Quality varies significantly. Bring medications and supplies. For serious cases, evacuation to Lisbon or Johannesburg may be necessary.
Find Vets in AngolaExit Rules — Leaving Angola
Exit requires a health certificate and export permit. Documents should be in Portuguese. Processing takes 3–5 working days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Angola is Lusophone — veterinary documents should be in Portuguese or have certified translations.
Challenging but possible. A few vet clinics serve the expat community. The high cost of living is a factor.
Limited. A few adequate clinics in Luanda. For complex cases, Lisbon or Johannesburg are the referral options.
Community Tips
Quarantine is required in Angola. Plan ahead and book quarantine facilities well in advance.
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