A Proclamation on National Crime Victims’ Rights, 2024 
The U.S. Intelligence Community
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information.
Exercise normal precautions in Angola. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Exercise increased caution in:
- Urban areas due to crime and kidnapping.
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Angola.
If you decide to travel to Angola:
- Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel, and read the U.S. Embassy’s web page for country-specific COVID-19 information.
- Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
- Use caution when walking or driving at night.
- Keep a low profile.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
- Review the Country Security Report for Angola.
- Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist
- Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
Urban areas – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Violent crime, such as armed robbery, assault, kidnapping, carjacking, and homicide, is common. Local police lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents.
