Outline
Looking for Angola visa Houston help? Sam’s Passport Inc. prepares tourist, business, work, STV, and dependent visa files in Houston. We review your paperwork, submit it to the Angolan consulate or embassy, and return your passport by FedEx or local delivery as soon as it is released.
Clients across the U.S. can ship overnight to our Houston office. Call (713) 784-5501 with your travel date for required documents, current fees, and timing.
Who this Angola visa service is for
Use this page if you need an Angola tourist visa, Angola business visa, Angola work visa, Angola STV visa, or Angola dependent visa from the United States. Each type has its own required documents, processing time, and fees.
- Tourist visa — leisure travel and short stays with invitation, bank, and travel proof.
- Business visa — meetings and company visits with a letter of guarantee and invitation.
- Work visa — employment travel (90 days, 180 days, or 1 year) with contract and legalized documents.
- STV visa — short-term visit; enter Angola within 72 hours of issuance (7-day visa).
- Dependent visa — spouses and children accompanying a primary applicant, with civil documents.
U.S. citizens and legal U.S. residents can file through our Houston office. Non-U.S. citizens typically need proof of legal status in the United States (a notarized copy of the Alien Registration Card, or a valid U.S. visa plus I-94). Call (713) 784-5501 if you are unsure which type applies.
Important notes
Sam’s Passport Inc. is a Licensed and Registered Company with Angolan Consulate. Applications can only be submitted on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Consulate. All applicants have to appear in person at the Consulate of Angola.
Sam’s Passport will make sure all your documents are ready to be submitted prior to your visit to the consulate. One of our staff agents will be at the consulate to greet you and walk you through the steps of getting your visa application submitted and your biometrics completed.
If you were born in a Portuguese speaking country, you are required by the Angolan Consulate to show proof of health insurance.
Applications can only be submitted on Mondays and Wednesdays. Our liaison will be present at the consulate at 8 am. Please keep in mind that the pickup date is not determined by Sam’s Passport Inc. — the release date of the passport is issued by the Consulate of Angola.
Work visa applications can be for 90 days, 180 days, or a 1-year visa.
STV applications can only be submitted on Mondays and Wednesdays. This visa is for 7 days and you must enter Angola within 72 hours of the visa being issued. Our liaison appears at the consulate to meet applicants at 8 am.
How the process works
- Pick your visa type
Open the Tourist, Business, Work, STV, or Dependent tab and gather every required document before you ship.
- Complete the forms
Download, fill out, and print the Angola visa application plus Sam’s Request Form. Call
(713) 784-5501 with questions.
- Ship to Houston
Send the file by FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Priority Overnight, or email scans when the visa type is an eVisa.
- We file with the consulate
Sam’s Passport reviews the package and submits it to the Angolan embassy or consulate. For in-person biometrics days, our liaison meets you at the consulate.
- Passport returned
We FedEx or deliver your passport back to your address as soon as the consulate releases it.
Call
(713) 784-5501 before you overnight the file so we can confirm the required documents, current fees, and timing for your Angola visa Houston filing.
Tourist visa
Apply for an Angola tourist visa through Sam’s Passport in Houston. Use this checklist for leisure travel and short stays. Business, work, STV, and dependent filings use different letters and supporting documents — switch tabs if your trip is not tourism.
Required documents
Use this list for a complete Angola tourist visa file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport when the passport section asks for them. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Non-U.S. citizens: the applicant must submit either notarized copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Copy of passport
Please provide a color copy of the applicant’s passport information page.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of responsibility
If you are applying for a dependent, please include a Letter of Responsibility from the host stating that they will be responsible for the applicant while in Angola, translated into Portuguese and notarized in the U.S. Within the content of the letter, please include the applicant’s passport information.
Bank statement
A recent copy of the applicant’s bank statement that will show sufficient funds.
Letter of invite
A notarized, written Letter of Invite in Portuguese and English from the contact person in Angola who will be the host of the applicant while in Angola. Within the content of the letter, there should be the full name of the host, his or her full address in Angola and the applicant’s passport information as well their dates of travel.
Please include a copy of the invitee’s passport information page along with a copy of their valid visa.
Letter to abide
A letter written by the applicant stating that he or she will abide by all of the Angolan laws translated into Portuguese, notarized in the U.S. and signed by the applicant.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Health record
Please provide a color copy of the applicant’s most recent yellow fever vaccination certificates/results.
Letter of authorization
If traveling with a minor, please provide a letter authorizing the consulate to issue the visa and authorizing travel to and from Angola with the traveling parent(s).
Covid vaccination card
Requires COVID vaccination card in order to enter country
Business visa
Need an Angola business visa? Sam’s Passport in Houston prepares company letters of guarantee, invitations, and supporting documents for meetings and short business travel. Gather every item below before you ship to Houston.
Required documents
Use this list for a complete Angola business visa file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport when the passport section asks for them. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Non-U.S. citizens: the applicant must submit either notarized copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Copy of passport
Please provide a color copy of the applicant’s passport information page.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of guarantee
A
Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
“Consulate of Angola / Houston TX”.
Letter of invite
The letter of Invite must be written in Portuguese and have a seal by the Ministry of Petroleum in Angola. The letter must be addressed to the “Consulate of Angola/Houston TX.” It cannot state “Embassy” This letter is only valid for 90 days from the date of issue.
Proof of travel
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary.
Health record
Please provide a color copy of the applicant’s most recent yellow fever vaccination certificates/results
Covid vaccination card
Requires COVID vaccination card in order to enter country
Work visa
An Angola work visa supports employment travel for 90 days, 180 days, or 1 year. Expect a work contract, legalized documents, and invitation letters in addition to the standard application file. Confirm originals with our Houston office before you ship.
Work visa applications can be for (90 Days – 180 Days – 1 Year Visa)
Required documents
Use this list for a complete Angola work visa file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport when the passport section asks for them. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Non-U.S. citizens: the applicant must submit either notarized copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Copy of passport
Please provide a color copy of the applicant’s passport information page.
Photo
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of guarantee
A Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to: “Consulate of Angola / Houston TX”.
Letter of invite
The letter of Invite must be written in Portuguese and have a seal by the Ministry of Petroleum in Angola. The letter must be addressed to the “Consulate of Angola/Houston TX.” It cannot state “Embassy” This letter is only valid for 90 days from the date of issue.
Work contract
Please provide a work contract in both Portuguese and English signed, with original signatures, by the applicant.
Legalized documents
All of the following documents are needed to obtain all of the work visas listed above. The required documents will need to be processed first, in order to complete a full submission packet for Angola.
The applicant’s documents will need to be translated into Portuguese, receive a Certificate of Notary and then authenticated through the U.S. State Department and finally legalized at the Consulate of Angola in Houston.
The entire legalization process can take a minimum of 15 working days – Sam’s Passport & Visa can provide this service for the corresponding documents listed below:
- Letter of Invitation must be issued by the Ministry of Petroleum with the seal from Ministry of Petroleum.
- A copy of the applicants college diploma. If the applicant does not possess a college diploma, then please provide a High School Diploma, in addition to two certificates pertaining to the job that is to be completed in Angola.
- The applicants resume, please reduce to two pages.
- The completed Medical Exam from the doctor, which will show the applicant is free from diseases or illness. This letter must be signed by a physician presented on an official physicians letterhead. This should be only one page.
- A valid Police Clearance Report. This report is only valid for 90 days from the date of issue
If the medical and police reports expire during the legalization process, the process for either document will need to be redone and can cause potential delays.
Letter to abide
A letter written by the applicant stating that he or she will abide by all of the Angolan laws translated into Portuguese, notarized in the U.S. and signed by the applicant.
Proof of travel
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary.
Health record
Please provide a color copy of the applicant’s most recent yellow fever vaccination certificates/results.
Covid vaccination card
Requires COVID vaccination card in order to enter country
STV visa
An Angola STV visa (short-term visit) is typically valid for 7 days, and you must enter Angola within 72 hours of issuance. Applications are submitted on Mondays and Wednesdays; our liaison meets applicants at the consulate at 8 am.
Applications can only be submitted on Mondays and Wednesdays. This type of Visa is for 7 days and you must enter Angola within 72 hours of the visa being issued. Our liaison appears at the consulate to meet applicants at 8 am.
Required documents
Use this list for a complete Angola STV visa file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport when the passport section asks for them. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Non-U.S. citizens: the applicant must submit either notarized copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Copy of passport
Please provide a color copy of the applicant’s passport information page.
Visa application form
Applications will not be accepted if they are not typed. Please do not leave any blanks, applications that are not fully completed will be rejected by the consulate at the applicant’s expense.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of guarantee
A Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to: “Consulate of Angola / Houston TX”.
Letter to abide
A letter written by the applicant stating that he or she will abide by all of the Angolan laws translated into Portuguese, notarized in the U.S. and signed by the applicant.
Letter of invite
The letter of Invite must be written in Portuguese and have a seal by the Ministry of Petroleum in Angola. The letter must be addressed to the “Consulate of Angola/Houston TX.” It cannot state “Embassy” This letter is only valid for 90 days from the date of issue.
Proof of travel
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary.
Health record
Please provide a color copy of the applicant’s most recent yellow fever vaccination certificates/results.
Covid vaccination card
Requires COVID vaccination card in order to enter country
Dependent visa
An Angola dependent visa is for spouses and children accompanying a primary applicant. Civil documents (marriage or birth certificates) are required in addition to the standard invitation and travel file. Call (713) 784-5501 if you are pairing this with a work or business filing.
Required documents
Use this list for a complete Angola dependent visa file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport when the passport section asks for them. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Non-U.S. citizens: the applicant must submit either notarized copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Copy of passport
Please provide a color copy of the applicant’s passport information page.
Visa application form
Applications will not be accepted if they are not typed. Please do not leave any blanks, applications that are not fully completed will be rejected by the consulate at the applicant’s expense.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of responsibility
If you are applying for a dependent, please include a Letter of Responsibility from the host stating that they will be responsible for the applicant while in Angola, translated into Portuguese and notarized in the U.S. Within the content of the letter, please include the applicant’s passport information.
Copy of marriage certificate/Original birth certificate
Please include a copy of Marriage Certificate / Original Birth certificates of all Children, please have these certificates notarized and translated into Portuguese.
Letter of invite
A notarized, written Letter of Invite in Portuguese and English from the contact person in Angola who will be the host of the applicant while in Angola. Within the content of the letter, there should be the full name of the host, his or her full address in Angola and the applicant’s passport information as well their dates of travel.
Please include a copy of the invitee’s passport information page along with a copy of their valid visa.
Letter of abide
A letter written by the applicant stating that he or she will abide by all of the Angolan laws translated into Portuguese, notarized in the U.S. and signed by the applicant.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Health record
Please provide a color copy of the applicant’s most recent yellow fever vaccination certificates/results.
Letter of authorization
If traveling with a minor, please provide a letter authorizing the consulate to issue the visa and authorizing travel to and from Angola with the traveling parent(s).
Covid vaccination card
Requires COVID vaccination card in order to enter country
Ship your documents
Ship your Angola visa documents to Sam’s Passport in Houston with FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Priority Overnight, unless the visa type asks you to email scans. Call (713) 784-5501 before you overnight the package.
Houston office
Sam’s Passport Inc.1811 Bering Drive, Suite #100
Houston, TX 77057
Tel:
(713) 784-5501 What to include in your package
PassportOriginal signed passport plus the applications, photos, and supporting letters listed for your Angola visa type.
Completed applicationsPrinted visa applications plus every supporting document from the visa-type tab.
Call before you shipConfirm your Angola visa type, travel date, and fees at (713) 784-5501. Walk-in drop-off is available at Suite 100. Clients nationwide can ship to the Houston office for Angola visa Houston filings. We return the passport by FedEx or local delivery as soon as the consulate releases it.
