AIPEX – Agência de Investimento Privado e Promoção das Exportações de Angola

AIPEX is the sole interlocutor of the investor in all phases of the investment process. Through institutional articulation, it supports investors, monitors investment proposals and ensures conditions for the proper implementation of investment projects. Through AIPEX’s main mechanism implemented in 2020, the Single Investment Window (JUI), investors can now go through the investment process in Angola in a much easier, less bureaucratic and faster way.

Main priorities

Promote and capture private investments and attracts FDI for strategic sectors

Promote the increase and diversification of Angola’s exports

Contribute to the creation of favorable conditions for private investment

Execute policies and programs to substitute imports and increase exports

Receive and follow up private investment proposals

Supervises and controls the execution of the approved private investment projects

Objectives

Improve the business environment

Promote competition and productivity

Support national production, industrialisation, inclusive development and import substitution

Promote export diversification and rising trade

Core Business

Ensure the development of the competitiveness of national companies, as well their internationalisation into foreign markets

Coordenate institutional support for investors

Register and monitor the implementation of private investment proposals

Promote the increase and diversification of the country’s exports of goods and services

Implement policies and programmes for import substitution and growth of export

Main services

Janela Única do Investimento

SETIP – Sistema Electrónico de Tramitação do Investimento Privado is an electronic tool that serves to automate the processing process of private investment proposals and the interaction between investors and public administration bodies that influence the private investment procedure.

Company incorporation

AIPEX serves as a one-stop-shop, providing guidance and support to both local and foreign investors throughout the entire registration and licensing procedure.

Visa application (investors visa, work visa, etc.)

We assist in gathering required documentation, liaise with government authorities, and expedite the visa process for a seamless entry.

Support in the process of identification of the site for the implementation of the project and respective legalization process

As a key facilitator for investors, we offer valuable guidance in selecting appropriate locations for your project, considering factors such as infrastructure, accessibility, or business potential.

Environmental license

As part of its services, AIPEX assists and guides investors in understanding and adhering to the environmental regulations and requirements in Angola.

Connection of water, electricity, etc.

AIPEX assists investors in navigating the process of obtaining essential utilities such as water and electricity for their projects.

License application, permits and other authorisations

AIPEX plays a vital role in guiding investors through the complex process of obtaining the required licenses, permits, and other necessary authorizations for their projects.