Cape Verde
South Africa
South Africa visa for Cape Verdean citizens
Entry requirement
South Africa admits Cape Verdean citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
South African citizens travelling to Cape Verde
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Travel advice for South Africa
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Cape Verdean citizens planning a trip to South Africa can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates South Africa at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 26 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to South Africa (updated 5 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for South Africa (updated 28 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Cape Verdean citizens can stay in South Africa
Cape Verdean citizens may stay in South Africa for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to South Africa.
South Africa’s neighbours for Cape Verdean citizens
Eswatini and Lesotho require Cape Verdean citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Cape Verde
Cape Verde issues South African citizens a visa on arrival, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Cape Verdean citizens need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa admits Cape Verdean citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Cape Verdean citizens stay in South Africa?
Cape Verdean citizens can stay in South Africa for up to 30 days.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Cape Verde?
Cape Verde issues South African citizens a visa on arrival, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Can Cape Verdean citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
Yes, Cape Verdean citizens can enter South Africa without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.