Since 2019 European citizens extempt from visa for visiting the Cape Verde islands for stays of up to 30 days. Visa free travel to Cape Verde has been extended since 2019 for travelers from 28 EU countries, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. With this change, the Cape Verdean government wants to make it easier to visit the Cape Verde islands. For stays longer than 30 days and some other exceptions, view our page with detailed information about Visa Cape Verde.
Countries visa free travel to Cape Verde
Citizens of the following countries and areas can visit Cape Verde for a short visit (maximum 30 days) without a visa. Always check the latest information before departure.
- Citizens of the European Union
- Angola
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guinea
- Hong Kong
- Iceland
- Liberia
- Liechtenstein
- Macau
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mozambique
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- Switzerland
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
For a stay in Cape Verde your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into Cape Verde. Furthermore, you should register with the Cape Verde authorities via an online platform. When arriving by air – in most cases – you have to pay a security fee (Airport Security Fee – TSA). For more information read the article about the Airport Security Fee.
herodawit desalegn says
04/06/2019 at 06:08Dear sir/madam
What about Ethiopian passport holders. Do they need a visa? We have IOC meeting next week.
Thank you
CapeVerdeIslands.org says
04/06/2019 at 16:13Hello Herodawit,
With an Ethiopian passport you need to obtain a tourist visa. This can be done in advance (embassy / consulate) or in person upon arrival at one of the airports.
Best,
Team CapeVerdeIslands.org
Victoria Harant says
28/05/2019 at 13:55Hello,
I should be receiving my new visa in the next couple of weeks for travel on the 13th of June. So in case it comes slightly later, how long do I have before entry to register myself on the ease website? Or can this be done at the airport?
Thank you,
Victoria
CapeVerdeIslands.org says
28/05/2019 at 20:09Hello Victoria,
Prior to departure you can register at the platform EASE (www.ease.gov.cv). Preferably, it is done five days before travelling to Cape Verde. You can also do this on arrival, but will takes you more time.
Best,
Team CapeVerdeIslands.org
rachel says
24/05/2019 at 21:34Hi
What about Nepal passport holders. Do they need a visa?
CapeVerdeIslands.org says
26/05/2019 at 06:32Hello,
With a passport from Nepal you indeed need to obtain a tourist visa.
Best,
Team CapeVerdeIslands.org
Giedre says
20/05/2019 at 10:35Hi, I got a holiday booked to Sal on 13/06/19 for 7 nights, my EU passport expires 16/11/19, the travel agency says it’s okay to travel with that passport, but I’m really worried, will it really be okay? Didn’t realised my passport had less then 6 months until now.
Giedre
CapeVerdeIslands.org says
20/05/2019 at 19:32Hello Giedre,
Is extending your passport not an option?
In general this should not be a problem, but strictly speaking it should indeed be valid for 6 months. To be sure, we would recommend you to contact the embassy / consulate.
Best,
Team CapeVerdeIslands.org
Manar says
29/04/2019 at 06:40Hi,
My name is Manar and I am from Damascus, Syria.
I live in Budapest, Hungary and I am coming to Cape Verde islands on the 14th of June 2019.
Do I need to do a Visa application before traveling, or once I land there?
Thank you in advance,
Manar
CapeVerdeIslands.org says
01/05/2019 at 06:02Hello Manar,
If you have the Syria nationality you need to obtain a tourist visa to enter Cape Verde. You can get one in advance or when you arrive at the airport.
Best,
Team CapeVerdeIslands.org
James Cranstoun says
08/07/2019 at 09:39Hi
I am hoping to travel to Sal Cape Verde later this month for a holiday with my family.
My wife is a Philippine passport holder.
Can she travel there and get a visa on arrival? Or does she need to get a visa in advance?
Many thanks
James
CapeVerdeIslands.org says
08/07/2019 at 13:42Hello,
Both options are possible, she can get a visa in advance via the embassay or upon arrival at one of the international airports. Make sure you have a valid passport (min 60 days).
Enjoy your holiday.
Best,
Team CapeVerdeIslands.org