Mali
Cape Verde
Cape Verde visa for Malian citizens
Entry requirement
Cape Verde admits Malian citizens without a visa.
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Cape Verdean citizens travelling to Mali
Cape VerdeMali Visa-free Mali visa for citizens of Cape Verde
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.
For a trip from Mali to Cape Verde, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 Malian citizens can stay in Cape Verde
No maximum stay in Cape Verde is given in the data for Malian citizens; the border officer sets it on entry.
Cape Verdean citizens travelling to Mali
Cape Verdean citizens do not need a visa to travel to Mali. The rule is the same in both directions between Mali and Cape Verde.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malian citizens need a visa for Cape Verde?
Cape Verde admits Malian citizens without a visa.
Do Cape Verdean citizens need a visa for Mali?
Cape Verdean citizens do not need a visa to travel to Mali.
Can Malian citizens enter Cape Verde visa-free?
Yes, Malian citizens can enter Cape Verde without a visa.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.