Angola's economy is recently growing in its oil and mining sector. And many companies around are world are declining in these business opportunities. If your company wants to expand the business to the country, your existing business in the state needs to hire new staff. So, all foreign nationals coming here for work must obtain Work Visa. Note that there is a specific quota allowed in the corporation. A firm can only have 30% foreign nationals at a time.
People getting work in Angola registered company must apply for Work Visa. This allows individuals to stay in the country for all professional activities mentioned in their work permit.
There are several categories of Work visas. Anyone entering the industrial, commercial, or fishing sector should get a D Work Visa. People in contract with Petroleum or Civil industry must apply for C Work Visa.
To be eligible for Angola Work Visa, you need the following requirements.
Documents required on submission of your Work Visa Application are following.
All applicants must apply for work visa at Angolan consulate. Visa applications and all related documents must be translated into Portuguese language.
Visa Processing Time
Working Visa should be issued within 15 days, but it may take upto 3 months if futher information is requested by the visa authorities.
Duration
The Angola Work Visa is valid for the duration of your employment. It may be issued for a minimum of three months and a maximum period of 36 months.
Fees
The cost of this Visa is around 100 USD. But it is worth mentioning that depending on your nationality, prices can vary.
This Visa can extend up to 3 years; if your contract of employment is more than that, you have to renew your Visa.
Work
This Visa allows you to work in Angola.
Business
This visa is not specified for business activity.
Dependants
Your dependents can accompany you on this visa. A seperate fee may apply.
Residence
You may apply for a Permanent Residence Permit after you have legally stayed and worked in Angola for atleast 10 years.