Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
PassportsPassport valid for
at least six months required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasRequired by all nationals referred to in the chart above except the following:
(a) those continuing their journey to a third destination provided holding onward documentation and not leaving the airport.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Types of Visa and CostTransit,
Tourist,
Business: €38 (single entry); €72 (multiple-entry, for
Business visas only); paid by cheque or postal order. Prices may fluctuate - enquire at nearest embassy or consulate for details.
ValidityValid for six months from date of issue for visits of up to 90 days, multiple-entry visas are valid for up to one year.
Note: US nationals can obtain visas valid for five years.
Applications to:Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see
General Info.
Working Days RequiredWhere there are no complications, visas may be issued immediately; however, it is advisable to anticipate seven days.
WarningMost visits to Cape Verde are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civillian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.ukUS Department of State
Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Yellow Fever | 2 | 2 |
| Cholera | No | 1 |
| Typhoid and Polio | 3 | 3 |
| Malaria | 4 | N/A |
Health CareHealth insurance, including emergency repatriation cover, is advised, although in-patient treatment is free in general wards on presentation of a passport. Treatment is private and expensive on the smaller islands.
Note1Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to Cape Verde. However, cholera is a risk in this country and precautions could be considered. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness.
2Yellow Fever is endemic. A certificate of vaccination is required if traveling from other countries in the endemic zone.
3Typhoid fever is widespread and vaccination may be necessary. Polio vaccination may also be advised.
4There is a limited risk of malaria from September to November on São Tiago Island.
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