Chloroquine-resistant and cerebral malaria are endemic to the region. Health providers often expect immediate cash payment for health services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. Travelers have found that supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas coverage and medical evacuation coverage has proven useful. Violent crime occurs regularly throughout Angola.
Street crime is common in all areas of Luanda, at all hours.
Foreigners, including U.S. citizens, have been the targets of violent robberies in their homes and hotel rooms. Because of the high incidence of armed robberies and carjackings, travelers are cautioned against airport arrivals after dark, and should ensure before arrival that they have arranged for reliable transportation from the airport. Only unregulated taxis are available at the airport and in Luanda. They are unsafe, a high crime risk and should not be used. City streets are patrolled by soldiers and police who normally carry automatic weapons.