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Cape Verde visa for Portuguese citizens

Entry requirement

Visa-free up to 30 days

No visa is needed by Portuguese citizens for Cape Verde, 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 · Confirm at embaixadadecaboverde.pt

For longer stays: study, work and residence

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Cape Verdean citizens travelling to Portugal

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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.

Portuguese 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 Portuguese citizens can stay in Cape Verde

Portuguese 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 Portugal

Cape Verdean citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Portugal.

Frequently asked questions

Do Portuguese citizens need a visa for Cape Verde?

No visa is needed by Portuguese citizens for Cape Verde, for stays of up to 30 days.

How long can Portuguese citizens stay in Cape Verde?

Portuguese citizens can stay in Cape Verde for up to 30 days.

Do Cape Verdean citizens need a visa for Portugal?

Cape Verdean citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Portugal.

Can Portuguese citizens enter Cape Verde visa-free?

Yes, Portuguese 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.