Cape Verde•AfricaPermanent Residence Permit (Autorização de Residência Permanente)
At a Glance
4 months – 2 years
CVE 1,400
Indefinite
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
Yes
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote work OK
Overview
The Permanent Residence Permit in Cabo Verde is a status granted to foreign nationals who have maintained legal, continuous residence in the country, typically for a period of five years. While the term "permanent" is used, the permit itself is subject to periodic renewal requirements.
The Permanent Residence Permit is the final stage for foreign nationals seeking long-term status in Cabo Verde after five years of legal temporary residence. While it grants the right to live and work indefinitely, it remains subject to a five-year renewal cycle and requires proof of ongoing financial stability.
The application process is known for being highly bureaucratic and can take up to two years to finalize.
Stay & Extensions
| Status type | Permanent / indefinite |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Five years of continuous legal residence in Cabo Verde.
Proof of financial stability (e.g., bank statements, proof of income, or business incorporation).
Clean criminal record (from both your home country and Cabo Verde).
Proof of accommodation (e.g., notarized rental agreement or property ownership).
Medical certificate (issued by the Cabo Verdean health department).
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Completed application form (obtained at police stations).
Valid passport (with all pages copied).
Certificate from the Câmara Municipal proving at least six months of residence in the municipality.
Criminal record certificates (from home country, authenticated/translated, and from Cabo Verdean authorities: POP and Polícia Judiciária).
Proof of financial means.
Medical certificate/vaccination records.
Two passport-sized photographs.
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Right to work in Cabo Verde.
- Indefinite stay duration.
- Qualification for family reunification.
Worth Knowing
- Lengthy and bureaucratic processing time.
- Requires renewal every five years despite being 'permanent'.
- Fees are not standardized and vary by case.
- Lack of continuous legal residence for five years.
- Criminal record in home country or Cabo Verde.
- Inability to prove financial stability.
Application Process
Ensure you have held a temporary residence permit for the required duration.
Obtain and complete the application form from a local police station.
Gather all required documentation (legalized and translated where necessary).
Submit the application and pay the required fees at the local police station.
The police forward the documents to Praia for processing and final approval.
Attend any required interviews or biometric data collection.
Application Forms
| e-Residencia Portal | Fill online |
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