Netherlands
Cape Verde
Cape Verde visa for Dutch citizens
Entry requirement
Dutch citizens do not need a visa for Cape Verde: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- 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 the Netherlands
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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.
Dutch citizens 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 Dutch citizens can stay in Cape Verde
Dutch 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 the Netherlands
The Netherlands requires Cape Verdean citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for Cape Verde?
Dutch citizens do not need a visa for Cape Verde: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Dutch citizens stay in Cape Verde?
Dutch citizens can stay in Cape Verde for up to 30 days.
Do Cape Verdean citizens need a visa for the Netherlands?
The Netherlands requires Cape Verdean citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Dutch citizens enter Cape Verde visa-free?
Yes, Dutch 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 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.