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Angola Tax Rates

Angola operates a progressive personal income tax system with rates up to 25%. The Administração Geral Tributária (AGT) administers the system, featuring a 25% corporate tax rate, 14% VAT, and capital gains taxation. Angola is Sub-Saharan Africa's second-largest oil producer and has been diversifying its economy beyond petroleum.

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Top Income Tax Rate

25%

Corporate Tax Rate

25%

VAT / Sales Tax

14%

Capital Gains Tax

15%

Income Tax Brackets

Angola levies progressive income tax with rates from 0% to 25%. The first AOA 100,000 monthly is tax-free. Employment income is taxed through withholding. Non-residents are taxed on Angolan-sourced income.

Income RangeTax Rate
Kz 0 – Kz 100K0%
Kz 100K – Kz 150K13%
Kz 150K – Kz 200K16%
Kz 200K – Kz 300K18%
Kz 300K – Kz 500K19%
Kz 500K – Kz 1.0M20%
Kz 1.0M – Kz 1.5M21%
Kz 1.5M – Kz 2.0M22%
Kz 2.0M – Kz 2.5M23%
Kz 2.5M – Kz 5.0M24%
Kz 5.0M+25%

Corporate Tax

The standard corporate tax rate is 25%. Oil companies are subject to the Petroleum Activities Tax (50% rate). Companies in Special Economic Zones benefit from reduced rates. A minimum tax applies.

Standard Rate

25%

Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains on real estate and shares are subject to a 15% tax. Property transfer tax (SISA) of 2% applies. Gains from the sale of shares by non-residents may be subject to withholding.

Rate

15%

VAT / Sales Tax

VAT is levied at 14% with reduced rates of 7% and 5% for essential items. Exports are zero-rated. Angola introduced VAT in October 2019, replacing the consumption tax.

Standard Rate

14%

Cryptocurrency Tax

Angola does not have specific cryptocurrency legislation. The National Bank of Angola has not issued formal guidance.

No crypto taxTreatment: Not specifically regulated

Tax Treaties

Angola has approximately 8 double taxation agreements.

Treaty Network

8

Double taxation agreements

Major treaty partners:

PortugalUAEChinaMauritiusSouth AfricaCape Verde

Key Details

Tax AuthorityAdministração Geral Tributária (AGT)
Fiscal YearJanuary 1 - December 31
Tax SystemProgressive
CurrencyAngolan Kwanza (Kz)
Filing DeadlineMarch 31 of the following year
Residency RuleAn individual is resident if they have their habitual abode in Angola or are present for more than 183 days in a tax year.
Last Updated2026-01-28

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US Citizens: Important Note

US citizens are taxed on worldwide income regardless of residence. You'll still need to file US taxes, though the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and Foreign Tax Credit may reduce your liability.

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