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List of Banks in Angola

Published by Gbaf News

Posted on June 13, 2012

2 min read

· Last updated: May 8, 2020

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Banco Africano de Investimentos (BAI)
Banco Regional do Keve
Banco Angolano de Negócios e Comércio (BANC)
Central Bank of Angola (Banco Nacional de Angola) or (BNA)
Banco do Brasil, SA
Banco de Negócios Internacional (BNI)
Banco de Comércio e Indústria
Banco VTB Africa
Banco Espírito Santo Angola (BESA)
Banco de Fomento Angola (BFA)
Banco BIC (BIC)
Banco Paribas
Banco Totta de Angola
Banco de Poupança e Crédito (BPC)
Banco Africano de Investimentos (BAI),
Banco Quantun Capital (BQC)
Banco Mundial
Banco Sol
Banco de Desenvolvimento de Angola (BDA)
Banco Millenium Angola
Banco Comercial Angolano (BCA)
Finibanco Angola
Banco Privado Atlântico (BPA)

Key Takeaways

Angola hosts over two dozen licensed commercial banks, including major domestic and international players.
The central bank, Banco Nacional de Angola (BNA), oversees regulation and monetary policy.
Top banks by assets include BAI, BFA, BIC, BPC, and Standard Bank Angola.
Private-sector credit remains low, with banks focusing heavily on government securities.
BAI and BFA are equity-listed and dominate asset concentration in the sector.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who regulates banks in Angola?

The central bank, Banco Nacional de Angola (BNA), licenses and supervises all commercial banks.

How many commercial banks operate in Angola?

As of early 2026, Angola has approximately 26 licensed commercial banks.

Which banks are the largest in Angola by assets?

The biggest banks by assets are BAI, BFA, BIC, BPC, and Standard Bank Angola.

Are any banks in Angola publicly listed?

Yes, BAI and BFA are listed on the Angola debt and securities exchange (BODIVA).

Is private-sector lending strong in Angola?

No, private-sector credit remains low—around 14.6% of GDP—with banks focusing largely on government securities.

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