The Tourist Visa visa
Up to 30 daysThe consular tourist visa for Cape Verde, required by 96 nationalities that must obtain it from an embassy before departure.
About the Tourist Visa visa
For nationalities that are not visa-exempt and can no longer get a visa on arrival, the tourist visa is obtained from a Cape Verdean embassy or consulate in advance. EASE registration is still required on top of the visa.
How Cape Verde ETA Process Works
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Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.
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Make Payment
Pay securely online.
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Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.
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Submitted to Embassy
Sent to the Cape Verde embassy for approval.
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Get Your ETA Approval
ETA approval delivered to your email.
Who is eligible
- 96 nationalities must obtain the visa from an embassy before departure.
- Visa on arrival is suspended for these groups.
Documents required for a Cape Verde visa
Prepare the following documents and information to complete your application smoothly.
Passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival.
01Valid passport with at least 6 months validity.
A recent passport-style photograph.
02White background, face centred, no glasses.
A confirmed return ticket and proof of accommodation.
03Return ticket or confirmed itinerary.
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Processing time
Applied for at a Cape Verdean embassy or consulate ahead of travel; EASE pre-registration is completed separately.
Extension
Tourist stays can be extended at the immigration authority in Praia before the visa expires.
Prices are all-inclusive and confirmed in the application — no hidden government or service fees added later.
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How we reviewed this page
VerifiedVisitsVisa follows strict sourcing guidelines. The Cape Verde visa information on this page is verified against official government sources and reviewed by our visa specialists. We avoid using tertiary references and update this page as entry requirements change.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official Cape Verde visa portal
Official SourceOfficialCape Verde Immigration
Immigration & entry-requirement notices
Official SourceOfficialIATA Travel Centre
Documentation database
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