Holy See
Cape Verde
Cape Verde visa for citizens of the Holy See
Entry requirement
Cape Verde admits citizens of the Holy See 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
Cape Verdean citizens travelling to the Holy See
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Travel advice for Cape Verde
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- 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.
Citizens of the Holy See planning a trip to Cape Verde can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Holy See can stay in Cape Verde
Citizens of the Holy See may stay in Cape Verde for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Cape Verde.
Cape Verdean citizens travelling to the Holy See
The Holy See requires Cape Verdean citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Holy See need a visa for Cape Verde?
Cape Verde admits citizens of the Holy See without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can citizens of the Holy See stay in Cape Verde?
Citizens of the Holy See can stay in Cape Verde for up to 30 days.
Do Cape Verdean citizens need a visa for the Holy See?
The Holy See requires Cape Verdean citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can citizens of the Holy See enter Cape Verde visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Holy See can enter Cape Verde 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.