Consular Section

Working Hours

Visa Application and Notarial Services (Documents drop in)

Mondays and Tuesdays
9:30 ~ 12:30 *

Visa and Notarial Services (Documents pick up)

Fridays
9:30 ~ 12:30 *

The Consular Section is closed to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays and weekends. The Consular Section is also closed on national holidays of the Republic of Angola and Japan.
The national holidays of the Republic of Angola in 2019 are: January 1 (New Year), February 4 (Beginning of the Armed Fight for National Liberation), March 5 (Carnival), March 8 (International Woman’s Day), March 23 (Southern Africa Liberation Day), April 4 (Peace Day), April 19 (Good Friday), May 1 (May Day), September 17 (Day of the Founder of the Nation and National Hero), November 2 (All Souls’ Day), November 11 (Independence Day) and December 25 (Christmas).
*When the holiday is on Tuesday the Embassy will close on Monday too.
*When the holiday is on Thursday the Embassy will close on Friday too.

Payment Method for Consular Fees

All consular fees must be paid by bank transfer to the following account:

Note: The applicant’s name must be on the bank payment slip which is required to be presented when applying for the visa. Consular fees are not refundable under any circumstances.

Visa FAQs

• Q. I don’t live in Tokyo can I submit my visa application by courier?

  A. No. All visa applicants are required to submit their applications in person. Holders of Diplomatic and Official Passports are exempt of this requirement.

• Q. Can I apply for a visa on arrival in Angola?

  A. No. Visa applicants are strongly advised to apply for their visas before their departure from Japan.

• Q. Can someone collect my passport at the Embassy on my behalf?

  A. Yes, as long as he/she brings the original visa receipt.

• Q. Where do I find the visa application form?

  A. You can download it from our website on the left sidebar. Please print it on a double-sided A3 size paper. Visa applicants are strongly advised to print and fill out the visa application before coming to the Embassy.

• Q. How long will it take to get my visa?

  A. In general, applications submitted on Mondays or Tuesdays will be ready for pick up on Fridays of the same week. However, depending on individual circumstances some visa applications may take longer.

• Q. How early should I apply for my visa?

  A. You are highly encouraged to apply at least two weeks prior to your departure date to avoid any potential inconveniences to your travel plans. The Consular Section will NOT assume any responsibility or liability if your visa is not issued by your planned departure date.

• Q. How can I check the status of my visa application?

  A. The Consular Section will contact you if there are any problems with your visa application. Otherwise, just come to the Consular Section to collect your passport on Friday of the week you submitted your application.

• Q. What kind of visa will I get?

  A. It depends on the purpose your trip to Angola, but a single entry Ordinary Visa is the norm and that is most likely the one you will get.

• Q. If my visa application is rejected or I decide to cancel my visa application, can I get a refund or use the fee payment receipt in future applications?

  A. No, the visa application fee is not refundable under any circumstances. If you would like to apply for a new visa, you need to pay again.

• Q. I would like to stay in Angola for a period longer than my visa permits. What should I do?

  A. Please contact the Migration and Foreigners Service (SME) upon your arrival in Angola.

• Q. What is the difference between the duration and validity of a visa?

  A. Duration is the actual maximum period of stay permitted and Validity is the time within which the visa can be used. A visa’s validity is generally longer that its duration, and it establishes from when and until when the visa can be used.

• Q. I cannot get the yellow fever vaccine for medical reasons. Can I still apply for a visa to Angola?

  A. Yes. However, you will have to present a Waiver Letter from a doctor. This letter has to be authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and be attached with a Portuguese translation.

• Q. I am not a Japanese national. Can I apply for a visa to Angola?

  A. Yes, if you hold a valid Japanese residence permit.

• Q. I live in a country where there is no Angolan Embassy or Consulate. Can I apply for my visa to Angola in Japan?

  A. No. The Embassy of the Republic of Angola in Japan’s services is limited to residents of Japan. You can apply for your visa at the nearest Angolan Embassy/Consulate to the country of your residence.

• Q. I have some questions about visa application and other consular procedures at a particular Angolan Embassy/Consulate?

  A. Please directly send your enquiries to the concerned Angolan Embassy/Consulate.

Diplomatic, Official and Courtesy Visa

The Diplomatic, Official and the Courtesy visas are granted to foreign nationals, whose purpose of entry into the Republic of Angola is official business.

Required Documents

• Note Verbale;
• One application form duly filled with a black pen;
• One recent 5x4cm color photo taken within 3 months, against a white background;
• Passport valid for 6 months or more, with at least two blank pages and a color copy (A4 size) of the personal data page;
• Original and a color copy (A4 size) of the International Vaccine Certificate.

Fees: Gratis

Ordinary Visa

The Ordinary Visa is granted to foreign nationals whose purpose of entry into the Republic of Angola is family visit or business prospecting. The Ordinary Visa must be used within 60 days from the date of its issuance and is valid for a stay of up to 30 days.

Required Documents

• An invitation letter from a public or private entity in the Republic of Angola, clearly stating the purpose and the duration of the stay of the applicant(s) in the Republic of Angola. The invitation letter must be sent directly to the Consular Section – Fax No. 81-3-5712-7482.
  • If the issuer of the invitation letter is a foreign national, then a color copy (A4 size) of the issuer’s visa or residency card should also be sent to the Consular Section.
  • In case of private companies, a color copy (A4 size) of the company registration (Alvará de Licença Comercial）should also be sent along with the invitation letter.
• One application form duly filled with a black pen;
• One recent 5x4cm color photo taken within 3 months, against a white background;
• Passport valid for 6 months or more, with at least two blank pages and a color copy (A4 size) of the personal data page;
• Original and a color copy (A4 size) of the International Vaccine Certificate;
• Round trip ticket;
• Evidence of support during stay in the Republic of Angola, equivalent to USD 200,00 per each day of permanence (a bank statement of the visa applicant or a letter from the entity that will be responsible for the costs related to the trip).

Visa Fee:
Single entry – 11,400 yen
Multiple entries – 11,400 yen

Short Stay Visa

The Short Stay Visa is granted to foreign nationals who need to enter the Republic of Angola for urgent reasons. The Short Stay Visa must be used within 72 hours from the date of its issuance and is valid for a stay of up to 7 days.

Required Documents

• One application form duly filled with a black pen;
• One recent 5x4cm color photo taken within 3 months, against a white background;
• Passport valid for 6 months or more, with at least two blank pages and a color copy (A4 size) of the personal data page;
• Original and a color copy (A4 size) of the International Vaccine Certificate;
• Round trip ticket;
• Evidence of support during stay in the Republic of Angola, equivalent to USD 200,00 per each day of permanence (a bank statement of the visa applicant or a letter from the entity that will be responsible for the costs related to the trip).
• A document clearly stating the purpose and the urgency of the trip to the Republic of Angola.

Visa Fee: 9,120 yen

Tourism Visa

The Tourism Visa is granted to foreign nationals that intend to enter the Republic of Angola, for tourism, sports and cultural purposes. The Tourism Visa must be used within 60 days from the date of its issuance and is valid for a stay of up to 30 days.

Required Documents

• An invitation letter from a public or private entity in the Republic of Angola, clearly stating the purpose and the duration of the stay of the applicant(s) in the Republic of Angola. The invitation letter must be sent directly to the Consular Section – Fax no 81-3-5712-7482.
  • If the issuer of the invitation letter is a foreign national, then a color copy (A4 size) of the issuer’s visa or residency card should also be sent to the Consular Section.
  • In the case of private companies, a color copy (A4 size) of the company registration (Alvará de Licença Comercial）should also be sent along with the invitation letter.
  • If an invitation letter is not available, then a letter by the visa applicant addressed to the Consular Section, requesting the visa issuance and clearly explaining the itinerary in the Republic of Angola.
• One application form duly filled with a black pen;.
• One recent 5x4cm color photo taken within 3 months, against a white background;.
• Passport valid for 6 months or more, with at least two blank pages and a color copy (A4 size) of the personal data page;
• Original and a color copy (A4 size) of the International Vaccine Certificate;
• Round trip ticket;
• Evidence of support during stay in the Republic of Angola, equivalent to USD 200,00 per each day of permanence (a bank statement of the visa applicant or a letter from the entity that will be responsible for the costs related to the trip).
• Hotel reservation.

Visa Fee:
Single entry – 11,400 yen
Multiple entries – 11,400 yen

Work Visa

The Work Visa is granted to foreign nationals whose purpose to enter into the Republic of Angola is to carry out remunerated professional activities. The work Visa must be used within 60 days from the date of its issuance.

Required Documents

• One application form duly filled with a black pen;
• One recent 5x4cm color photo taken within 3 months, against a white background;
• Passport valid for 18 months or more, with at least two blank pages and a color copy (A4 size) of the personal data page;
• Work Contract;
• Police Clearance Certificate*;
• Medical Certificate*;
• Academic Diploma*;
• Applicant’s declaration agreeing to abide by the laws of the Republic of Angola;
• Curriculum Vitae;
• Letter of Endorsement from the Ministry that will oversee the project;
• A color copy (A4 size) of the Business License;
• Proof of the payment of tax obligations.

*Regarding these documents please refer to Authentication of Documents page.

Visa Fee: 28,500 yen

Privileged Visa

The Privileged Visa is granted to foreign nationals such as investors or representatives of investing companies whose purpose to enter the Republic of Angola is to implement and carry out approved investments, under the Private Investment Law. The Privileged Visa must be used within 60 days from the date of its issuance.

Required Documents

• One application form duly filled with a black pen;
• One recent 5x4cm color photo taken within 3 months, against a white background;
• Passport valid for 18 months or more, with at least two blank pages and a color copy (A4 size) of the personal data page;
• Police Clearance Certificate*;
• Medical Certificate*;
• Applicant’s declaration agreeing to abide by the laws of the Republic of Angola;
• Certificate of Private Investment Registration;
• Proof of the authorization to import capitals for the required investment, issued by the competent banking authority;

*Regarding these documents please refer to Authentication of Documents page.

Visa Fee: 28,500 yen

Temporary Permanence Visa

The Temporary Permanence Visa is issued to foreign nationals in the following cases;

1. Humanitarian Reason
2. Religious activities
3. Scientific research
4. Spouse of Angolan national
5. Spouse of work or privileged visa holder

The Temporary Permanence Visa must be used within 60 days from the date of its issuance.

Required Documents

• One application form duly filled with a black pen;
• One recent 5x4cm color photo taken within 3 months, against a white background;
• Passport valid for 18 months or more, with at least two blank pages and a color copy (A4 size) of the personal data page;
• Police Clearance Certificate*;
• Medical Certificate*;
• Applicant’s declaration agreeing to abide by the laws of the Republic of Angola;
• A document from the Ministry which will oversee the activity in the Republic of Angola (if the visa application reason is B or C, see above);
• Proof of family links with Angolan nationals or with foreign nationals legally residing in the Republic of Angola (if the visa application reason is D or E, see above);
• Proof of means of subsistence during stay in the Republic of Angola.

*Regarding these documents please refer to Authentication of Documents page.

Visa Fee: 17,100 yen

Authentication of Documents

※All documents to be authenticated by the Consular Section of the Embassy of the Republic of Angola in Japan need first to be authenticated by a Public Notary and the Ministry of the Foreign Affairs of Japan.

※A Portuguese language translation by a professional translator is required for all documents to be submitted in the Republic of Angola. Please note that a translation is not necessary for the Police Clearance Certificate as it must be submitted to the Consular Section in the envelope sealed by the issuing authority.

※Documents not issued in Japan must be authenticated in the Angolan Diplomatic Mission located in the country of origin.

Authentication Requirements:

• A letter addressed to the Consular Section, explaining the purpose of the document to be authenticated (In Portuguese or English);
• The document to be authenticated (original and color copy in A4 size of all pages).

Fees: 5,000 yen

Processing time: Documents submitted on Mondays and Tuesdays will usually be ready for pick up on Fridays of the same week. However, it may take longer in some cases.