Africa
Cape Verde
- Capital
- Praia
- Population
- 527,326
- Currency
- Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE)
- Calling code
- +238
- Languages
- Portuguese
- 21missions
- 14embassies
- 3consulates
- 4honorary consulates
Cape Verde
Embassies and consulates in Cape Verde
embassies in Praia
Diplomatic missions from 19 countries are based in Cape Verde, 21 missions in all (14 embassies, 3 consulates and 4 honorary consulates). All 14 embassies are in the capital, Praia. Consulates are also found in Mindelo and Santa Maria Centro.
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All missions in Cape Verde
Other cities in Cape Verde
- 17
- 3
- 1
Outside Praia, missions are found in Mindelo (3) and Santa Maria Centro (1); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Angola 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Czech Republic 1 honorary consulate1 -
Denmark 1 honorary consulate1 -
France 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Germany 1 honorary consulate1 -
Guinea-Bissau 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Libya 1 embassy1 -
Luxembourg 1 embassy1 -
Portugal 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Senegal 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 honorary consulate1 -
Spain 1 embassy1 -
Sweden 1 consulate1 -
United States 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Cape Verde
Cape Verde visa guide · 2 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 60 can enter visa-free and 138 get a visa on arrival for Cape Verde.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Cape Verde
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 18,341 | 13,903 | 4,380 | 24.0% | 57.4% |
| 2024 | 26,204 | 20,852 | 3,242 | 13.4% | 71.4% |
| 2025 | 27,598 | 21,576 | 5,889 | 21.4% | 87.0% |
By Schengen state, 2025
Schengen consulates in Cape Verde received 27,598 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 21,576 visas. 21.4% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). The refusal rate rose by 8.0 points from 13.4% in 2024, a sharp increase. Applications rose by 5% compared with 2024 (26,204).
Most applications went to Portugal (26,205) and Spain (1,393).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Cape Verde.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Cape Verde
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 3,543 | 2,775 |
| Student (F, M) | 31 | 25 |
| Exchange (J) | 17 | 18 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 52 | 33 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 43 | 5 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 108 | 86 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 179 | 115 |
| Other | 0 | 8 |
| Total | 3,973 | 3,065 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 52.0% | 53.9% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 3,065 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Cape Verde, the 125th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 91%, fiancé(e) visas 4% and diplomatic and official visas 3%. That is 23% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (3,973).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Cape Verde received 218, 88% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 53.9% for citizens of Cape Verde in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 52.0%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Cape Verde’s own missions abroad
Cape Verde’s embassies abroad (24)
In the other direction, Cape Verde runs 24 missions in 14 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (6), France (3), Brazil (2), Spain (2) and the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Cape Verde
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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Democracy Day
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Heroes' Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 14 embassies are in the capital, Praia. The largest foreign networks in Cape Verde are those of France (2) and Portugal (2).
Travel advice for Cape Verde
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Cape Verde: the US State Department rates Cape Verde at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 17 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Cape Verde (updated 28 July 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Cape Verde (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Cape Verde?
France, with 2 missions, followed by Portugal (2).
Do I need a visa for Cape Verde?
Of 198 passports, 60 can enter visa-free and 138 get a visa on arrival for Cape Verde; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Cape Verde closed?
On Cape Verde’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day (Natal) on Friday 25 December 2026.