🇨🇻Cape Verde Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Africa· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Cape Verde?
It depends on your passport. Out of 197 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 66 enter Cape Verde visa-free, 42 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 89 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
66
nationalities
Visa on arrival
42
nationalities
Consular visa
89
nationalities
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Cape Verde tourist e-visa
Cape Verde publishes an online tourist visa. Eligibility depends on your nationality, check your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
Cape Verde TSA
31 EURStay: 30 daysProcessing: 5-7 business days
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (boe.incv.cv), read on .
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Cape Verde visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Cape Verde applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Cape Verde visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Cape Verde publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | ||||
| Cape Verde TSA | Short stay | 30 days | 31 EUR | 5-7 business days | Portal | |
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 4,898 CVE | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Praia
Population
528,000
Currency
Cape Verdean escudo (CVE $)
Languages
Portuguese, Cape Verdean Creole
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+238
Timezone
Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Area
4,033 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
July 5 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.cv
About
Cape Verde is an archipelago of ten volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the west coast of Africa. It is a stable island republic with a service-based economy driven by tourism. The country is pursuing rapid digital transformation to achieve high-income status.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid wearing visible valuables
- Do not walk alone at night
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk, stay vigilant
Transport
- Use official taxis
- Check vehicles
Natural risks(Moderate risks of cyclones and droughts)
- Follow weather alerts
- Stay well hydrated
Health(Limited healthcare system, private care recommended)
- Hepatitis A/B, typhoid vaccines
- Drink only bottled water
Practical tips
- Register with GOV.CV for administrative services
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Respect local customs
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Praia · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Cape Verde?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Cape Verde across 197 nationalities: 66 visa-free, 42 with a visa on arrival, 89 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Cape Verde visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 31 EUR (Cape Verde TSA). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Is it dangerous to travel to Cape Verde?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall risk level low to moderate for tourists, with minor urban crime.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Cape Verde?▾
The official currency is Cape Verdean escudo (CVE $). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Cape Verde?▾
The capital of Cape Verde is Praia. The main spoken languages are: Portuguese, Cape Verdean Creole.
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