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Passports

Passport valid for at least 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: US$45 (single entry); US$85 (multiple-entry, for Business visas only); paid by cheque or postal order. Prices may fluctuate - enquire at nearest Embassy or Consulate for details.

Validity

Valid 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.

Application to

Consulate (or Consular Section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.

Application requirements

(a) Two passport-size photos. (b) One application form. (c) Valid passport. (d) Fee. (e) Return/onward ticket. (f) A stamped addressed envelope if applying by mail.

Working days required

Where there are no complications, visas may be issued immediately; however, it is advisable to anticipate up to two days' delay.
No Test Required
None

Embassy of the Republic of Cape Verde in the USA

3415 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20007, USA
Tel: (202) 965 6820.
Website:www.virtualcapeverde.net

Embassy of the Republic of Cape Verde in the UK

18-20 Stanley Street, Liverpool L1 6AF, UK.
Tel: (0151) 236 0206.

Travel Advice

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