Angola: what does Turkey export there?

In 2017, Turkey's exports to this market were valued at $186 million. The ten largest product groups made up 75.8% of that total, led by Pasta; Wheat Flours; Yeast.

Angola: who are its main trading partners?

The three largest import partners are China, Portugal, Brazil. The three largest export partners are China, India, USA.

Angola: what does the country import?

The three largest import products are Refined Petroleum; Poultry meat; Excavation Machinery. The three largest export products are Crude Petroleum; Diamonds; Ships.

Angola: how big is the economy?

Population 30 million, GDP $124 billion, and $4,170 per person. The Human Development Index is 0.581.

Angola: does it run a trade surplus or a deficit?

The trade balance is +$19.9B in net exports.

Angola: which ports handle goods from Turkey?

The main ports are Luanda, Lobito.

Angola: what does a shipment from Turkey need beyond the standard documents?

Shipments to Angolan ports need an electronic cargo tracking note (long known as the CNCA certificate), obtained before the vessel arrives.

Angola: do Turkish goods get a preferential duty rate?

Not under a bilateral agreement: Turkey's free trade agreements in force in Africa cover Morocco, Tunisia and Egypt. Standard duties generally apply, and AfCFTA preferences cover goods of African origin, not Turkish goods.

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Angola

Located in the South-Central Africa, Angola is bordered by Namibia, Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia. It has a population of 30 million people and its economic output is $124 Billion. Angola has vast mineral and petroleum reserves, which increases the growth rate of its economy. Angola is a member of the United Nations, OPEC, African Union, the Community of Portuguese Language Countries, and the Southern African Development Community.

Angola gained independence from Portugal in 1975 and it became a member of United nations in 1976. The official language of Angola is Portuguese and its capital city is Luanda. Angola's economy is mostly driven by oil sector. Oil production and its supporting activities constitute approximately 50% of GDP, more than 70% of government revenue, and more than 90% of the country's exports.

Angola’s main trade partner in both imports and exports is China. Angola’s 97% of exports to China is crude petroleum. In return, Angola imports diverse set of products from China, including buses, footwear and electronics. Portugal is the second import partner of Angola thanks to the historical relationships and the imports from Portugal are concentrated in chemicals and food.

Turkey and Angola established diplomatic relations in 1980. Turkey’s exports to Angola concentrate on food sector, such as pasta, wheat flours, yeast and poultry meat. Angola imports almost 50% of its food from foreign countries, and we advise our clients to focus on the food products. In 2017, the 1st Session of the Joint Commission on Trade, Economic and Technical Cooperation between Angola and Turkey took place in the Angolan capital. Turkey was represented by Minister of Customs and Trade, Bulent Tufenkci.

Below, you can see the fact sheet, macroeconomic outlook and trade relations of Angola with Turkey.

Four charts for Angola. Population rises from about 16 million in 2000 to 30 million in 2017. GDP grows from under US$10 billion to a peak near US$145 billion in 2014, then falls to about US$122 billion. Total exports run well above imports throughout, falling from about US$60 billion in 2008 to US$30 billion. Exports to Turkey are close to zero, while imports from Turkey run between about US$100 and US$310 million.

Turkey's exports to Angola in 2008 and 2017: a pie chart splitting the ten largest product groups from all others, the total value of exports, and a table naming those ten products with each one's share. The same figures are listed as a table further down this page.

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Country at a glance

Capital city: Luanda
Official language: Portuguese
Population: 30 million
GDP: $124 billion
GDP per capita: $4,170
Human Development Index: 0.581

Top 3 import partners: China, Portugal, Brazil
Top 3 export partners: China, India, USA
Top 3 import products: Refined Petroleum, Poultry meat, Excavation Machinery
Top 3 export products: Crude Petroleum, Diamonds, Ships
Trade balance: +$19.9B in net exports

Source: Istanbul Africa Trade Company, Africa Economic Report (2019). Figures as published, reflecting data to 2017.

Angola: practical trade guide

What a shipment between Turkey and this market needs, how the goods get there, and what to settle before you sign.

Main ports: Luanda, Lobito
Currency: Angolan kwanza (AOA)
Trade blocs: AfCFTA, SADC, ECCAS
Trade agreement with Turkey: None in force: standard duties generally apply

Specific to Angola

Shipments to Angolan ports need an electronic cargo tracking note (long known as the CNCA certificate), obtained before the vessel arrives.

Standard documents

Commercial invoice and packing list
Bill of lading or air waybill
Certificate of origin issued by a Turkish chamber of commerce
Insurance certificate when the Incoterm includes insurance (CIF, CIP)

Before you sign

Check the counterparty: registration, activity and references
Match the payment structure to the risk: advance or partial payment, documentary collection or a letter of credit
Confirm whether your product needs a certificate or registration in this market before production starts

Reviewed October 2026. Requirements change: confirm the current rules for your product with your forwarder, the buyer's customs broker or us before shipping.

Turkey's exports to this market

Source: Istanbul Africa Trade Company, Africa Economic Report. Figures as published.

2008

$182 million

Top 10 products account for 70.1% of the total.

2008
Product	Share of total
Raw Iron Bars	39.4%
Wheat Flours	5.9%
Pasta	5.7%
Cement	4.5%
Iron Gas Containers	2.8%
Iron Blocks	2.8%
Mixed Mineral or Chemical Fertilizers	2.5%
Baked Goods	2.3%
Iron Stovetops	2.1%
Large Construction Vehicles	2%

2017

$186 million

Top 10 products account for 75.8% of the total.

2017
Product	Share of total
Pasta	31.4%
Wheat Flours	22.6%
Yeast	5.5%
Aluminium Cans	3.1%
Poultry Meat	3.1%
Baked Goods	2.4%
Iron Gas Containers	2.2%
Iron Stovetops	2%
Cereal Flours	1.8%
Packing Bags	1.8%

Frequently asked questions

Angola: what does Turkey export there?: In 2017, Turkey's exports to this market were valued at $186 million. The ten largest product groups made up 75.8% of that total, led by Pasta; Wheat Flours; Yeast.
Angola: who are its main trading partners?: The three largest import partners are China, Portugal, Brazil. The three largest export partners are China, India, USA.
Angola: what does the country import?: The three largest import products are Refined Petroleum; Poultry meat; Excavation Machinery. The three largest export products are Crude Petroleum; Diamonds; Ships.
Angola: how big is the economy?: Population 30 million, GDP $124 billion, and $4,170 per person. The Human Development Index is 0.581.
Angola: does it run a trade surplus or a deficit?: The trade balance is +$19.9B in net exports.
Angola: which ports handle goods from Turkey?: The main ports are Luanda, Lobito.
Angola: what does a shipment from Turkey need beyond the standard documents?: Shipments to Angolan ports need an electronic cargo tracking note (long known as the CNCA certificate), obtained before the vessel arrives.
Angola: do Turkish goods get a preferential duty rate?: Not under a bilateral agreement: Turkey's free trade agreements in force in Africa cover Morocco, Tunisia and Egypt. Standard duties generally apply, and AfCFTA preferences cover goods of African origin, not Turkish goods.

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Reviewed by Burak Unal, Director of African Markets