Ireland
Cape Verde
Cape Verde visa for Irish citizens
Entry requirement
Irish citizens can visit Cape Verde without a visa for 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 Ireland
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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.
Before travelling from Ireland to Cape Verde, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 Irish citizens can stay in Cape Verde
Irish citizens 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 Ireland
Cape Verdean citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Ireland.
Frequently asked questions
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Cape Verde?
Irish citizens can visit Cape Verde without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can Irish citizens stay in Cape Verde?
Irish citizens can stay in Cape Verde for up to 30 days.
Do Cape Verdean citizens need a visa for Ireland?
Cape Verdean citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Ireland.
Can Irish citizens enter Cape Verde visa-free?
Yes, Irish citizens 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.