Is Luanda safe to visit right now? (September 2026)

Travel advisories for Angola

What the advice says

• The US State Department rates Angola Level 2, Exercise Increased Caution, in an advisory dated September 23, 2024, and this rating applies at the country level, not specifically to Luanda.
• The UK FCDO describes a high level of crime in Luanda, including armed muggings, and advises handing over money and valuables immediately if attacked.
• Theft from stationary or slow-moving cars is common downtown, so travelers are advised to keep valuables out of sight, keep doors locked, and avoid using phones or laptops in traffic.
• The FCDO reports incidents of rape in popular nightlife areas and private homes and advises never traveling alone at night.
• Protests and demonstrations can occur with little notice and have turned violent, including three days of violent riots in July 2025, so it is advisable to stay away from planned gatherings and follow local media.
• Outside Luanda and the provincial capitals, roads may be in poor condition and landmines remain a risk, particularly during the rainy season from November to April when flooding can shift them.
• General precautions include not walking around Luanda alone or after dark, avoiding crowded markets and large gatherings, and keeping valuables and cash in a hotel safe where practical.