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Angola
An Lda. is the limited-liability vehicle commonly used by foreign investors for Angolan trading, projects and services. It may have one shareholder and freely set capital, but regulated activities and investment projects still require relevant registration or licences.
A local vehicle for Angola market entry.
Private limited company Sociedade por Quotas (Lda.)
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- Tax
- Corporate income tax 25%; dividends generally attract 10% Investment Income Tax; qualifying investments may obtain incentives.
- Shareholders and directors
- At least 1 shareholder and 1 manager; a manager may be a shareholder or an individual third party with full capacity.
- Share capital
- No statutory minimum; freely set and may be paid by the end of the first financial year.
- Local requirements
- An Angolan registered office and tax number are required; non-resident foreign managers may be asked for visa or residence documents.
- Annual maintenance
- Annual accounts are considered by shareholders; general-regime CIT is filed by end-May after year-end.
- Incorporation timeline
- Approx. 2–4 weeks, depending on overseas documents, registration and sector approvals.
- Public disclosure
- Company publications are online; the central beneficial-ownership register awaits implementation rules.
Facts last checked · 2026-10-23
This page summarises publicly available regulations for general reference only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Rules in each jurisdiction may change at any time; please confirm the latest position with an Offshore Isle advisor.
02 · Advantages
Why Angola
- 01One shareholder is permitted; capital amount and payment timing are flexible
- 02GUE supports online or in-person incorporation and changes
- 03Qualifying private investment projects may seek tax and related facilities
03 · Requirements
Formation requirements
- Name approval and commercial registration: complete through GUE
- Corporate shareholder: current commercial registration, tax number and authorising resolution
- Private investment regime: form the company before investment registration; regulated activities need separate licences
04 · Compliance
Annual compliance
- General-regime CIT return and payment: by the last business day of May after year-end
- File VAT monthly under the applicable regime and issue compliant Portuguese-language invoices
- When central-register rules are operational: notify changes within 15 days and confirm annually by 31 March
After incorporation, Offshore Isle sets a compliance calendar. We remind you in advance of annual returns, renewals and filings, and handle them on your behalf.
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