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Cape Verde
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Cape Verde

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Visa Pathways to Cape Verde

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Diplomatic/Official/Courtesy Visa (Visto Diplomático, Oficial ou de Cortesia)
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Diplomatic/Official/Courtesy Visa (Visto Diplomático, Oficial ou de Cortesia)

Issued to diplomats, government officials, and courtesy recipients for multiple entries with stays of up to 30 days, valid within 90 days of granting.

Validity1 month
Processing3-5 days
CostFree
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Employment Residence Visa (Visto de Residência – Trabalho por Conta de Outrem)
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Employment Residence Visa (Visto de Residência – Trabalho por Conta de Outrem)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence authorization for foreigners with a local employment contract; employer must demonstrate a local skills shortage; renewable after 1 year then every 2 years.

ValidityVaries (Extendable until final decision on residence permit application is made)
ProcessingVaries
Cost50 EUR
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Family Reunification Visa (Visto de Residência – Reagrupamento Familiar)
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Family Reunification Visa (Visto de Residência – Reagrupamento Familiar)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa for spouses, dependent children, and parents of Cabo Verdean citizens or legal residents, renewable every 2 years with work authorization available.

ValidityIndefinite
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Green Card – Real Estate Investment Residence (Cartão Verde)
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Green Card – Real Estate Investment Residence (Cartão Verde)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence authorization for foreigners purchasing residential property in Cabo Verde, requiring €80,000 minimum in lower-GDP municipalities or €120,000 in higher-GDP areas, with funds transferred from abroad.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Investment Residence Visa (Visto de Residência – Investimento)
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Investment Residence Visa (Visto de Residência – Investimento)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence authorization for foreigners investing a minimum of €60,000 in productive projects including tourism, agriculture, renewable energy, or real estate; valid up to 5 years.

ValidityVaries (Extendable until final decision on residence permit application is made)
ProcessingVaries
Cost50 EUR
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Permanent Residence Permit (Autorização de Residência Permanente)
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Permanent Residence Permit (Autorização de Residência Permanente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

The Permanent Residence Permit in Cabo Verde is a status granted to foreign nationals who have maintained legal, continuous residence in the country, typically for a period of five years. While the term "permanent" is used, the permit itself is subject to periodic renewal requirements.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing120-730 days
Cost1400 CVE
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Remote Working Program Visa (Programa de Trabalho Remoto)
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Remote Working Program Visa (Programa de Trabalho Remoto)

6-month renewable visa (up to 1 year) for remote workers and digital nomads earning EUR 1,500+/month, with foreign-income tax exemption while in Cabo Verde.

Validity6 months
Processing14 days
Cost20 EUR
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Self-Employment Residence Visa (Visto de Residência – Trabalho Independente)
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Self-Employment Residence Visa (Visto de Residência – Trabalho Independente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence authorization for self-employed professionals and business owners requiring a business plan, proof of investment, and local bank account; renewable annually.

ValidityVaries (Extendable until final decision on residence permit application is made)
ProcessingVaries
Cost50 EUR
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Student Visa
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Student Visa

Education visa for foreign students attending educational institutions in Cape Verde. Valid for course duration (up to 1 year) or residence visa for programs exceeding 1 year.

ValidityUp to 1 year
ProcessingVaries
Cost25 EUR
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Study Residence Visa (Visto de Residência – Estudo)
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Study Residence Visa (Visto de Residência – Estudo)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence authorization for full-time students at recognized Cabo Verdean institutions for programs exceeding one year, requiring admission confirmation and proof of funds.

ValidityVaries (Extendable until final decision on residence permit application is made)
ProcessingVaries
Cost50 EUR
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Temporary Visa (Multiple Entry)
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Temporary Visa (Multiple Entry)

Validity90 days per entry
Processing2-4 weeks
CostFree
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Temporary Visa – Short-term Professional Activity (Visto Temporário – Actividade Profissional de Curta Duração)
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Temporary Visa – Short-term Professional Activity (Visto Temporário – Actividade Profissional de Curta Duração)

Allows short-term professional work such as consulting, technical assistance, or contracted services for up to 90 days per entry.

Validity180 days
ProcessingVaries
Cost25 EUR
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Tourism Visa (Visto de Turismo)
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Tourism Visa (Visto de Turismo)

Allows foreign nationals to visit Cabo Verde for recreational activities and cruises with a 90-day stay, extendable for an equal period.

Validity3 to 6 months
Processing3-5 days
Cost45 EUR
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Tourist Visa (Type A)
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Tourist Visa (Type A)

Short-term visa for recreational travel and tourism. Valid for stays up to 90 days, extendable for an equal period. Must be used within 180 days of issuance.

Validity90 days
ProcessingVaries
Cost25 EUR
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Transit Visa (Visto de Trânsito)
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Transit Visa (Visto de Trânsito)

Allows travelers passing through Cabo Verde en route to another country to stay for up to 4 days, extendable once.

ValidityVaries (Can be extended once for additional time if necessary)
ProcessingVaries
Cost15 EUR
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