Cape Verde Visa Requirements
For 🇬🇧 United Kingdom passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Cape Verde is one of Africa's safest countries with a stable democracy. Petty theft can occur in tourist areas - take normal precautions. Some islands are more developed than others for tourism. Mountain hiking should be done with guides on islands like Santo Antão. Strong currents exist on some beaches.
Money & Costs
Currency
$ Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $50 · Mid: $100 · Luxury: $250+
Tipping
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. 10% in restaurants is generous. Small tips for hotel staff and guides are welcome.
Practical Info
Power
Type C, F, 220V 50Hz
Driving
Right side
Emergency
132 (Police), 131 (Fire), 130 (Ambulance)
Getting There
Main Airports
Sal (SID) · Boa Vista (BVC) · Praia (RAI)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Cape Verde is from November to June during the dry season. January to March has perfect weather for beach activities and water sports. July to October is hotter with occasional rain and the Harmattan wind can bring dust from the Sahara. Water temperatures are pleasant year-round (22-26°C), making it always good for swimming.
Cultural Notes
Cape Verde has a unique Creole culture blending African and Portuguese influences. Music is central to identity - morna (soulful ballads), coladeira (upbeat rhythms), and funaná are popular genres. Cesária Évora, the "barefoot diva," brought Cape Verdean music to world fame. Hospitality (morabeza) is highly valued. The diaspora connection is strong, with more Cape Verdeans abroad than at home.
Insider Tips
Portuguese is the official language, but Cape Verdean Creole is widely spoken. The Cape Verdean Escudo is the currency, fixed to the euro. Credit cards are accepted in tourist areas but cash is needed elsewhere. Island hopping is done by domestic flights (TACV) or ferry. Each island has its own character - try to visit multiple islands.