Cape Verde•AfricaTemporary Work Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
50 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Employment visa for foreign workers with Cape Verdean employer sponsorship. Requires job offer and work permit approval. Available for skilled and non-skilled positions with ECOWAS and non-ECOWAS nationals.
The Temporary Work Visa is the primary employment visa for foreign workers seeking to work in Cape Verde. Employment must be sponsored by a Cape Verdean employer who must apply for a work permit before the visa can be granted.
ECOWAS nationals (from West African Economic Community) generally have easier access to work visas and may not require a labor market test. Non-ECOWAS nationals may face stricter requirements.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
73,150 AUD
per year
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay duration months
Professional
Experience
2+ years
Language
English
Intermediate
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity beyond employment period
Passport photos
Two recent color photographs
Employment contract
Signed job offer from Cape Verdean employer
Work permit approval
Autorização de Trabalho from labor ministry
Educational credentials
Diplomas and qualifications relevant to position
Criminal record certificate
Police clearance from home country
Medical certificate
Health clearance for employment
OptionalTravel insurance
Valid health insurance
Sponsor Documents
Company registration
Proof of employer's business registration
Tax documentation
Employer tax clearance and registration
Work permit application
Employer's work permit application to labor ministry
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Advantages
- Official employment pathway
- Can lead to residence permit and citizenship
- Renewable while employed
- ECOWAS nationals have reduced requirements
- Family members eligible for dependent visas
Considerations
- Employer-dependent (visa tied to specific employer)
- Requires work permit approval first
- Labor market test may apply (non-ECOWAS)
- Must continue employment to maintain status
- Processing can be lengthy (2-4 weeks minimum)
Application Process
Secure job offer
Obtain employment contract from Cape Verdean employer
Employer initiates process
Employer applies for work authorization/permit at labor ministry
Obtain work permit
Receive work permit (Autorização de Trabalho) approval
Complete visa application
Apply for work visa at Cape Verde embassy/consulate
Submit documents
Provide work permit, employment contract, and personal documents
Pay visa fee
Pay 50 EUR visa application fee
Register on EASE platform
Complete EASE pre-registration and pay Airport Security Tax
Receive work visa
Collect approved work visa
Application Forms
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