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Lives in Luanda

Registration: 07 February 2015

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Dugdigger replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Recognition of foreign qualifications in Angola by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in Angola? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications recognised, ...

Dugdigger

Dear Please visit the following site. They have all information about types of visas and requirement for that visa. It has Portuguese and English Version. https://www.sme.ao/ Presidential Decree No. 108-11 of 25 May download this document from ... Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Recognition of foreign qualifications in Angola by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in Angola? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications recognised, ...

Dugdigger

Dear They recognized and allow me to work. But for applying the work visa, there are professional and authorized translator for Angolan Embassies every where in the world. If your documents are in English then those need to be translated and ... Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
8 years ago
Salman.Memon

How to transfer money to Pakistan? by Salman.Memon

Can anyone please guide me how to transfer the money (Kwanza) to Pakistan. I want to send to my family there. Please let me know , I'm totally new here. Best, M Salman ***

Dugdigger

Dear Salman , sending money from Angola to Pakistan specially kwanza is almost impossible. If you have account then you can apply to transfer money by converting kwanza to dollar but it will take unknown time. Try to ask your Angolan colleague to ... Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
Scrambley

Work visa police clearance check by Scrambley

Hello I have applied for a job in Angola, I have been told if I get offered the job I will need a police clearance certificate as part of getting a work visa. I have a spent criminal record in the uk but this will obviously show on my police ...

Dugdigger

Dear I can not give you diffinite answer about the police. Also there were cases in past that the people did not get visa even with the clean certificate. I think , you better discuss this with the employer so that they can review the situation ... Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
Scrambley

Work visa police clearance check by Scrambley

Hello I have applied for a job in Angola, I have been told if I get offered the job I will need a police clearance certificate as part of getting a work visa. I have a spent criminal record in the uk but this will obviously show on my police ...

Dugdigger

Dear Let me explain you the visa process in details: Short term Visa / ordinary visa this type of visa is issued to you once you get a job offer and your company sends you the LOI (letter of invitation). Once you received the LOI then you apply ... Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
Maximilien

Making phone calls in Angola by Maximilien

Hi, When settling in Angola, one of the priorities is to be able to make phone calls. How to proceed to get a landline installed in Angola? What are the mobile operators? What is your average monthly budget? Thank you in advance for ...

Dugdigger

Hi There are two mobile companies, name Unitel and Movicel. You can buy a SIM card and top up then it can be used easily. There are different packages available from the above mentioned companies. They offer roaming services as well. They also offer ... Read More

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9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Angola – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Angola in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Angola you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Angola? > accommodation ...

Dugdigger

How much does it cost to live in Angola? > accommodation prices : 4000$ for four bed villa in older condumio > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc.) did not use yet but 100-150 by taxi > food prices (your monthly budget) 600$ ( ... Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
ALAA tannous

salary at Luanda by ALAA tannous

Dear Sir: I have job chance at Luanda and looking for your assistance about the salary I have to accept for this Job which is in field of Shipping agency at port of luanda regards alaa

Dugdigger

Dear If you are single and dont smoke and drink then 500-800$ will be more than enough for you. This estimate is if you eat lunch in restaurant and dinner in home. Remember, if you got into Angolan gf then there is no limit:). Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
ahmed310

Muslim Halal Food in Luanda by ahmed310

Hello to all, I am new to this forum and I am considering the job offer in Luanda. I have similar questions as typical person could think off before moving to new place. I will go through old post before I post any question may have already ...

Dugdigger

Dear Afzal The most important thing the location of your office. I f the office is in the city then try find apartment nearby the office. with 4000$ you will really have to struggle to find a good location apartment. Villas in older condominiums in ... Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
RichardMulenga

Cheap accomodation by RichardMulenga

Dear all, My wife needs to apply for a visa at the moroccan embassy in Luanda. Therefore has to stay there one week. We need a cheap place for her to stay, not far from airport and the embassy. With cheap we mean like usd20 a night Can anybody ...

Dugdigger

Dear Where is your wife at present? Is she in Luanda or in morroco? 20 Euro or USD means nothing in Luanda. 20 USD is cost of an average meal in restaurant. The normal hotels are starting from 200 USD per night with some problems of water and ... Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
ALAA tannous

salary at Luanda by ALAA tannous

Dear Sir: I have job chance at Luanda and looking for your assistance about the salary I have to accept for this Job which is in field of Shipping agency at port of luanda regards alaa

Dugdigger

Dear Alla If you are green hand then yes but if you are experienced then it is very low. Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
ahmed310

Muslim Halal Food in Luanda by ahmed310

Hello to all, I am new to this forum and I am considering the job offer in Luanda. I have similar questions as typical person could think off before moving to new place. I will go through old post before I post any question may have already ...

Dugdigger

Dear Afzal If you are moving with family and have school going kids then talatona is the best. Be informed that the Talatona international school is very expensive and make sure that company pay for your kids school and residence as well. Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
ladylutaqueen

MUSLIM MUM IN ANGOLA by ladylutaqueen

Hi everyone and salam to the muslims and hello to non muslims GOD bless!! I will be moving to Angola due to my husbands job, i am concerned about my toddlers islamic education. Are there any islamic classes , events for children etc.. Is there a ...

Dugdigger

Amr There are Pakistani and indian muslim families in Luanda . So when you will come with family , you will find them together. Normally people with families are in touch with each other and gather in week ends . Those families always welcome the ... Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
ladylutaqueen

MUSLIM MUM IN ANGOLA by ladylutaqueen

Hi everyone and salam to the muslims and hello to non muslims GOD bless!! I will be moving to Angola due to my husbands job, i am concerned about my toddlers islamic education. Are there any islamic classes , events for children etc.. Is there a ...

Dugdigger

Dear There are five mosque, I heard but I have been in three which are in Martis near airport and opposite of Alvalde and near forum hotel in Luanda city. If your husband want to go , write to me then I can take him personally for friday prayer. ... Read More

Dugdigger replied to a thread
9 years ago
SteveTuna

*WORK VISA ANGOLA* by SteveTuna

Hi All, Please any advice regarding obtaining a work visa in Angola by any means possible and quickly - will be appreciated! I know exactly what is required (in terms of paperwork etc) and I have full support from a well recognised / established ...

Dugdigger

Dobermann You dont need to transfer your visa from old passport to new one. If your old passport has no pages or expired but with valid visa then you need to obtain new passport and don't cancel the old one. The immigration will check your visa ... Read More