Family Reunification Visa (Visto de Residência – Reagrupamento Familiar)

The Family Reunification Visa is rooted in Cabo Verde's broader immigration framework, specifically designed to uphold the fundamental right to family life as recognized under national legislation. Established to ensure that foreign nationals who have integrated into the country—either as citizens or legal residents—can maintain their family units, this visa fills the critical gap of providing a legal pathway for relatives to join their sponsors. It formalizes the process for bringing family members into the country, ensuring that the migration of dependents is managed in accordance with the state's legal and social integration policies.

This visa is intended for the immediate family members of Cabo Verdean citizens or foreign nationals holding a valid residence permit. Eligible applicants typically include spouses, dependent children, and dependent parents. What makes this visa distinctive is its focus on social cohesion and the recognition of family ties as a basis for residency. It requires rigorous proof of the family relationship and the sponsor's ability to provide adequate housing and means of subsistence, ensuring that the reunified family can integrate successfully into the local community.