🇨🇻Cape Verde

Typically bring

• Passport with minimum six‑month validity
• Proof of onward travel (return or onward ticket)
• Proof of accommodation or financial means (e.g., hotel booking or bank statement)
• Travel insurance (if required)
• Completed visa‑on‑arrival form (filled on arrival)

Watch out for

• Passport validity less than six months may lead to denial at the border.
• Insufficient cash or proof of funds can cause delays or refusal.
• Missing or incomplete visa‑on‑arrival form may result in a denied entry.
• Assuming no fee applies; a payment is required at the airport.
• Not having a return ticket may raise immigration concerns.

Good to know

• Local currency is the Cape Verdean escudo (CVE); exchange rates are roughly 100 CVE per USD.
• Official language is Portuguese, while English is commonly spoken in tourist areas.
• SIM cards from local providers offer basic data; coverage varies between islands.
• The islands are generally safe, but petty theft can occur in crowded places.
• Public transport is limited; consider renting a car or using taxis for flexibility.