From: 76702.1202@CompuServe.COM (Charlie Smith)
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Subject: *NEW* TRAVEL INFORMATION -- Angola
Date: 29 Dec 1992 15:06:23 -0600
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STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Angola
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ANGOLA - TRAVEL WARNING
 December 24, 1992

U.S. citizens are warned against all travel to Angola, because of 
continuing unsettled conditions in the country.  Travel within 
Angola is unsafe due to the presence of armed troops, roadside 
bandits and many unexploded landmines which are still being removed 
from roads and footpaths.  Department of State personnel in Luanda 
have been strongly advised against any attempt at surface travel 
between Angola and neighboring countries.
Additional information can be found in the Department of State's 
Consular Information Sheet on Angola.

 No. 92-08

This replaces the travel advisory warning dated April 9, 1992.



ANGOLA - CONSULAR INFORMATION SHEET
 December 24, 1992

Warning:  U.S. citizens are warned against travel to Angola, 
because of continuing unsettled conditions in the country.  Travel 
within Angola is unsafe due to the presence of armed troops, 
roadside bandits and many unexploded land mines which are still 
being removed from roads and footpaths.  Department of State 
personnel have been strongly advised against any attempt at surface 
travel between Angola and neighboring countries.

Embassy Location:  The United States does not recognize or maintain 
diplomatic relations with Angola.  There is a U.S. Liaison Office 
located at the Casa Inglesa, first floor, Rua Major Kanyangunla, in 
the capital city of Luanda.  In November 1992 the U.S. Liaison 
Office further reduced its staff.  No consular personnel are 
assigned to the Liaison Office, and only emergency services can be 
provided to American citizens.

Country Description:  Angola is a developing African country which 
has experienced war and civil strife since independence from 
Portugal in 1975.  A cease-fire between the forces for the 
Government of the People's Republic of Angola (GRA) and the National 
Union for the Total Independence of Angola (UNITA) went into effect 
in May 1991, monitored by both parties and verified by UN monitors.  
Following the September 1992 elections, offensive movement of troops 
and arms increased throughout the countryside and violence erupted 
in Luanda.  A new cease-fire went into effect November 1, but 
military movements continue.  Facilities for tourism are virtually 
nonexistent.

Entry Requirements:  Visas are required.  Persons arriving without 
visas are subject to possible arrest or deportation.  For 
information on entry requirements, the traveler can contact the 
Angolan Permanent Representative to the U.N., 747 Third Avenue, 18th 
Floor, New York, N.Y., 10017.

Areas of Instability:  Although travel in the capital city of 
Luanda is relatively safe by day, travel throughout Angola is 
considered unsafe due to the possibility of attacks by armed 
soldiers or civilians.

Medical Facilities:  Medical facilities are virtually nonexistent 
in most areas.  Most medicine is unavailable.  Angola is a malarial 
area.

Information on Crime:  Violent crime exists throughout the country. 
 Armed robbery occurs in Luanda.  A convoy of local oil workers was 
attacked in December 1992 by armed insurgents some 220 miles from 
Luanda.  Four persons were killed and several wounded.  Most roads 
outside Luanda cannot be considered safe by night and in many cases 
are also unsafe by day.

Shortages:  There are severe shortages of lodging, transportation, 
food, water and utilities in Luanda and other cities in the country. 
 Shortages result in a lack of sanitary conditions in many areas, 
including Luanda.

Drug Penalties:  Penalties for possession, use or trafficking in 
illegal drugs are strict and convicted offenders can expect jail 
sentences and fines.

Registration:  The U.S. Liaison Office in Luanda is unable to 
perform consular services at this time.  U.S. citizens who, despite 
this warning, travel to Angola, can register with the Italian 
Embassy and obtain updated information on travel and security in 
Angola.

 No. 92-128


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