Cape Verde — Passport and Visa Information
Passports
| Country | Passport Required | Visa Required | Return Ticket Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Passport valid for at least six months required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Visas
Required 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 Important Addresses).
Types of Visa and Cost
Single entry visas cost £72.00 and multiple entry visas cost £120.
Validity
Single entry visas are valid for entry 180 days after the date of issue and can be granted for a maximum stay of 90 days upon request. Multiple entry visas are valid for 12 months from the date of issue. Single entry visas cannot be extended once in Cape Verde.
Applications to:
Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see Important Addresses.
Working Days Required
Visas may take up to 21 days to issue.
Travel Warnings
Reports indicate significant outbreaks of dengue fever in Brava, Fogo, Maio, and São Tiago (Santiago). The number of cases reported has been decreasing since November 2009.
Most 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.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
Health Care
Health 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.
Vaccinations
| Vaccination | Special Precaution |
|---|---|
| Diphtheria | Yes |
| Hepatitis A | Yes |
| Malaria | Sometimes |
| Rabies | Sometimes |
| Tetanus | Yes |
| Typhoid | Yes |
| Yellow Fever | No* |
Special Notes
* A certificate of vaccination is required from travelers over one year of age arriving from countries with a risk of yellow fever transmission.
Reports in November 2009 indicate significant outbreaks of dengue fever in Brava, Fogo, Maio, and São Tiago (Santiago).
