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Home  >  World  > Africa  > Cape Verde

Passport/Visa

 Passport Required?Visa Required?Return Ticket Required?
BritishYesYesYes
AustralianYesYesYes
CanadianYesYesYes
USAYesYesYes
OtherEUYesYesYes
JapaneseYesYesYes


PASSPORTS: Passport valid for a minimum of six months required by all.

VISAS: Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of ECOWAS countries, Angola and South Africa;
(b) former nationals of Cape Verde, their spouses and children, provided holding proof of origin;
(c) those continuing their journey to a third destination provided holding onward documentation and not leaving the airport.


Types of visa and cost: Transit, Tourist, Business: €38.02 (single entry); €72.34 (multiple entry). Prices are given approximately in Euros and are subject to frequent change.

Note: Re-entry and exit permits may also be required. Enquire at Consulate or Consular Section at Embassy.

Validity: Valid for six months from date of issue for visits of up to 90 days.

Application to: Consulate (or Consular Section at Embassy); see Contact Addresses section. Visitors from countries where there is no Cape Verdean Embassy or Consulate can obtain visas at Cape Verdean Border Services offices at the airports on Sal and Praia.

Application requirements: (a) Two passport-size photos. (b) One application form. (c) Passport valid for at least six months. (d) Fee.

Working days required: Where there are no complications, visas may be issued immediately; however, it is advisable to anticipate up to two days’ delay.


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