Since the financial crisis, getting a bank loan or mortgage has been more difficult than in previous years. However, with the launch of the National Private Investment Agency (ANIP), which promotes and supports foreign investment, getting a bank loan has been made easier.
Interest rates on loans will vary from bank to bank, it is definitely worth shopping around to find the best rate for you. First Federal Savings Bank of Angola , offers around 2.75%- 3.99% for first time mortgage buyers, subject to change which you can check on their website.
You will need documents which are likely to vary with each bank or loan provider. Requirements for ANIP approval include:
In a government push for real estate development, The Savings and Credit Bank provides housing loans for property buyers in new cities. This is especially for property being built in more rural areas, such as Kilamba. The loans exclusively target new buildings and repayments have been made easier because payments can be stretched out over a longer period of time.
The BFA , BIC , and BAI banks offer housing loans in Angola and have been urged to support the government effort to develop this sector. Most Angolans and expats will not take out a mortgage, or will not rely on it entirely and use savings or obtain most of the money through their employer, family or friends. However, since 2010 taking out a loan has become more popular amongst expats and Angolans. In 2010 housing loans reached $2 billion US dollars.