Since 2018, SCA-Partner has been helping companies successfully register and establish their presence in Angola. We offer complete solutions that include remote company setup, guaranteed compliance, and flexible fee payments in installments—so you can get started without traveling or making a large upfront investment.

What We Offer in Angola

Our end-to-end services include:

• Company incorporation
• Foreign investment approval (via the National Agency for Private Investment – ANIP)
• Corporate bank account opening
• Employee recruitment
• Visa strategies for key personnel
• Office search and rental solutions

With SCA-Partner, your Angola market entry is handled professionally from start to finish—with no need for you to be on the ground.

Advantages of Doing Business in Angola

• Fast-growing economy: Angola has been one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, averaging 11.1% growth annually over the past decade.
• Rich in natural resources: With significant reserves of oil, gas, and diamonds, Angola offers prime opportunities in energy, mining, and export sectors.
• Special Economic Zone (SEZ) incentives: Companies in the Luanda-Bengo SEZ enjoy:
  • 5-year import duty exemption on raw materials
  • 10-year duty exemption on machinery imports
  • Export duty exemptions
• Foreign ownership allowed: A Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Angola can be 100% foreign-owned, and only requires two shareholders and a minimum share capital of USD 1,000.
• Diversified potential: Angola also boasts hydroelectric power, fertile agricultural land, and a growing construction sector—presenting varied investment opportunities.

Challenges of Doing Business in Angola

While Angola is rich in potential, it comes with hurdles that need expert navigation:

• Foreign investment approval: Any company with foreign shareholders must be approved by ANIP, and a minimum investment of USD 1 million per investor is required for profit repatriation.
• Lengthy incorporation process: Setting up a business in Angola can take over 4.5 months on average.
• High taxation:
  • Standard corporate tax: 25%
  • VAT: 14%
  • Oil & mining companies face rates of up to 65.75%
• Challenging regulatory environment:
  • Ranked 154th in economic freedom (Heritage Foundation, 2020)
  • Ranked 177th in ease of doing business
  • Frequent issues with contract enforcement and property registration
• Banking limitations: The banking sector lacks globally recognized institutions, making international banking and transfers more complex.
• Corruption and governance issues: Angola ranks low in transparency and property rights protections, requiring strong local support and due diligence.

Start Your Angola Venture With Confidence

Let us take care of the paperwork, procedures, and bureaucracy so you can focus on your business goals.

📧 Email: info(at)scapartner(dot) com
📞 Phone: +254 728 268 568

Get in touch today and take your first step into Angola’s promising market—without leaving your desk.