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Import to Angola
While known for its diamond riches, Angola is increasing its niche in the African tech landscape. Data centers are rising rapidly, with Luanda housing the region’s largest Tier III data center facility. Angola is starting to attract tech giants eager to tap into a mobile-first population.
Tax
up to 16%
Duties
up to 20%
Lead Times
10-11 weeks
Restricted Items
Certain Electronics, Valuations
Best Carrier Option
Courier or Freight Forwarder
Non-Working Days
Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays
Prominent Language
Umbundu, Kikongo, Kimbundu, and Portuguese
The Trade Landscape of Angola
Angola’s promising economy presents enticing opportunities for international trade. The government is implementing various initiatives emphasizing the promotion of digital infrastructure, digital transformation, and expanding broadband access.
Free trade zones are also prominent in Angola, like Luanda’s Zona Económica Especial (ZEE). These zones offer tax breaks and simplify customs, attracting investors.
Angola is also a part of duty-free regional trade agreements like the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), which open broader markets for imports to Angola.
Population
39M
Biggest Industry by Export
Crude Oil
Capital City
Luanda
Biggest Industry by Import
Machinery and Transport Equipment
Unique Pain Points for Imports to Angola
Limited Access to Infrastructure
Limited access to fiber optic infrastructure and skilled IT professionals are hurdles when importing into Angola. This includes port congestion and underdeveloped roads and railways, leading to added costs and an increase in admin. However, the port of Luanda is seeing an increase in investment from the government, which will ultimately help overcome this challenge.
Pre-Shipping Inspections
Pre-shipment inspections are common with tech imports into Angola, but can be a significant pain point when importing into Angola. These pre-inspections are especially common with high-value tech goods, and add an extra layer of cost and logistical complexity, often leading to scheduling delays, inspection fees, and the risk of disputes over compliance or documentation errors. It is therefore crucial that all documentation is correct and in place to ensure these inspections go smoothly.
Countries Associated with Angola
Europe
Portugal
Asia
India
Tailored Solutions for Angola
TecEx provides a comprehensive suite of services, ensuring seamless compliance with the most intricate regulations. Our dedicated Angolan trade experts will help with your imports every step of the journey, ensuring your tech goods get through customs.
We are well-versed in Angolan compliance and provide the best possible support every step of the way. The TecEx Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) solution helps with pre-shipping, in transit, and post-clearance, ensuring all tech goods successfully clear through customs.
Angolan Compliance Regulations, Licenses, and Permits
MINCO Import License
When goods are over a certain threshold, additional requirements and documents are needed, including a Ministry of Industry and Trade (MINCO) Import License. Gathering this permit requires documents such as a data sheet and an airway bill. This can be a lengthy process, in which accuracy is crucial. TecEx has dealt with MINCO permits before and will gather all accompanying documents on your behalf to ensure complete compliance.
INACOM Permission
All telecommunication imports into Angola require Instituto Angolano das Comunicações (INACOM) permission. Obtaining this permission requires getting a type approval and adhering to labeling and other customs requirements. TecEx will gather all the documents and information required for an INACOM permission, ensuring goods enter through Angolan customs smoothly.
Conselho Nacional de Carregadores de Angola
The Conselho Nacional de Carregadores de Angola (CNCA) is required for all imports into Angola. The CNCA allows authorities to track shipments and provides in-depth shipment details. The CNCA must be accompanied by various documents, including a bill of lading, a commercial invoice, and a Documento Unico (an import licence). As your IOR, TecEx will take full responsibility for obtaining these documents, ensuring that your goods reach their required destination in Angola.
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