Cape Verde
All Visa Pathways(16 visas)
Cape VerdeDiplomatic/Official/Courtesy Visa (Visto Diplomático, Oficial ou de Cortesia)
Issued to diplomats, government officials, and courtesy recipients for multiple entries with stays of up to 30 days, valid within 90 days of granting.
Cape VerdeEmployment Residence Visa (Visto de Residência - Trabalho por Conta de Outrem)
Residence authorization for foreigners with a local employment contract; employer must demonstrate a local skills shortage; renewable after 1 year then every 2 years.
Cape VerdeFamily Reunification Visa (Visto de Residência - Reagrupamento Familiar)
Residence visa for spouses, dependent children, and parents of Cabo Verdean citizens or legal residents, renewable every 2 years with work authorization available.
Cape VerdeGreen Card - Real Estate Investment Residence (Cartão Verde)
Residence authorization for foreigners purchasing residential property in Cabo Verde, requiring €80,000 minimum in lower-GDP municipalities or €120,000 in higher-GDP areas, with funds transferred from abroad.
Cape VerdeInvestment Residence Visa (Visto de Residência - Investimento)
Residence authorization for foreigners investing a minimum of €60,000 in productive projects including tourism, agriculture, renewable energy, or real estate; valid up to 5 years.
Cape VerdePermanent Residence Permit (Autorização de Residência Permanente)
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.
Cape VerdeRemote Working Program Visa (Programa de Trabalho Remoto)
6-month renewable visa (up to 1 year) for remote workers and digital nomads earning EUR 1,500+/month, with foreign-income tax exemption while in Cabo Verde.
Cape VerdeSelf-Employment Residence Visa (Visto de Residência - Trabalho Independente)
Residence authorization for self-employed professionals and business owners requiring a business plan, proof of investment, and local bank account; renewable annually.
Cape VerdeStudent Visa
Education visa for foreign students attending educational institutions in Cape Verde. Valid for course duration (up to 1 year) or residence visa for programs exceeding 1 year.
Cape VerdeStudy Residence Visa (Visto de Residência - Estudo)
Residence authorization for full-time students at recognized Cabo Verdean institutions for programs exceeding one year, requiring admission confirmation and proof of funds.
Cape VerdeTemporary Visa (Multiple Entry)
Multiple-entry temporary visa for frequent business or personal travelers to Cape Verde, valid for repeated stays of up to 90 days per entry.
Cape VerdeTemporary Visa - Medical Treatment (Visto Temporário - Tratamento Médico)
Grants entry for foreigners seeking medical treatment in Cabo Verde, with stays determined by treatment duration.
Cape VerdeTemporary Visa - Short-term Professional Activity (Visto Temporário - Actividade Profissional de Curta Duração)
Allows short-term professional work such as consulting, technical assistance, or contracted services for up to 90 days per entry.
Cape VerdeTourism Visa (Visto de Turismo)
Allows foreign nationals to visit Cabo Verde for recreational activities and cruises with a 90-day stay, extendable for an equal period.
Cape VerdeTourist Visa (Type A)
Short-term visa for recreational travel and tourism. Valid for stays up to 90 days, extendable for an equal period. Must be used within 180 days of issuance.
Cape VerdeTransit Visa (Visto de Trânsito)
Allows travelers passing through Cabo Verde en route to another country to stay for up to 4 days, extendable once.