Cape Verde•AfricaRemote Working Visa (6-month program)
At a Glance
Processing Time
10-15 days
Application Fee
25 EUR
Stay Duration
6 months
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Remote work visa for digital nomads and freelancers working for foreign clients or companies. Valid for 6 months with renewal option. Requires proof of remote employment and minimum income.
The Remote Working Visa is Cape Verde's dedicated program for digital nomads, freelancers, and remote workers employed by foreign companies or clients. This visa recognizes the growing trend of location-independent work and allows individuals to work remotely while living in Cape Verde. It's ideal for professionals who need flexibility without being tied to local employment.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
1,500 EUR
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay duration months
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: AD, AL, AO, AT, BA, BE, BF, BG, BJ, BR, BY, CA, CH, CI, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GB, GH, GM, GN, GQ, GR, GW, HR, HU, IE, IS, IT, LI, LR, LT, LU, LV, MC, MD, ME, MK, ML, MT, MZ, NE, NG, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, RS, RU, SE, SI, SK, SL, SM, ST, TG, TL, UA, US, VA
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity
Passport photos
Two recent color photographs
Employment contract
Remote work contract from foreign company or client
Proof of remote income
Bank statements, invoices showing minimum 1,500 EUR monthly
Travel insurance
Valid health insurance covering medical and repatriation
Accommodation proof
Rental agreement or accommodation booking
Return ticket
Proof of return transportation
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Advantages
- Designed for remote workers and digital nomads
- Allows independent work without employer sponsorship
- Renewable for up to 12 months total
- Low visa cost
- Family members can accompany
- Relatively straightforward requirements
Considerations
- Must work for foreign clients/companies only
- Minimum income requirement (1,500 EUR/month)
- Cannot work locally
- Limited to 6-month periods with renewal
- No pathway to residence or citizenship
Application Process
Verify eligibility
Confirm remote work status with foreign employer/clients
Gather documentation
Collect employment contracts, bank statements showing remote income
Complete remote working visa application
Fill out visa application form specifying remote work status
Submit application
Apply at Cape Verde embassy or consulate
Pay visa fee
Pay 25 EUR visa application fee
Register on EASE platform
Complete EASE pre-registration and pay Airport Security Tax
Receive remote working visa
Collect approved 6-month remote working visa
Application Forms
Remote Working Visa Application Form
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