AfricaShipping Heavy Equipment to Angola
Angola's oil industry and post-war reconstruction continue to drive significant equipment demand. The Port of Luanda is the primary gateway, with Lobito serving southern regions.
Main Ports
- Port of Luanda
- Port of Lobito
Shipping Methods
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
Key Regulations
- IANORQ Standards
- Pre-Shipment Inspection
- Import License (ARIM)
Common Cargo
- Oil & Gas Equipment
- Mining Equipment
- Construction Machinery
Main Ports in Angola
Port of Luanda
Major Seaport
Port of Lobito
Major Seaport
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Angola
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | Port of Luanda / Lobito | Container / RoRo | 22–32 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Angola
We ship to Angola (Port of Luanda) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 22-32 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Angola
Angola limits passenger-vehicle imports to under 6 years old (industrial vehicles under 10) and applies a customs duty plus 14% VAT and consumption tax. Luanda and Lobito are the gateways; the oil sector drives project-cargo demand. Left-hand-drive market.
- Import Duty
- Customs duty by HS code
- VAT / Sales Tax
- 14%
- Other Taxes & Fees
- Consumption tax; used passenger vehicles over 6 years prohibited
Source: Administração Geral Tributária (Angola) · Last verified: June 2026
Used Vehicle & Equipment Age Limits
Passenger vehicles over 6 years and industrial vehicles over 10 years from manufacture are prohibited. Left-hand-drive market.
Source: Angola customs / trade.gov · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
IANORQ Standards
Equipment must comply with Angolan Institute of Standardization requirements.
Pre-Shipment Inspection
BIVAC inspection is required for commercial imports above certain thresholds.
Import License (ARIM)
Commercial imports require registration in the ARIM system.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Angola
- Luanda is the main gateway; Lobito anchors the corridor to the DRC and Zambia.
- Left-hand-drive market — US cars fit.
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