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Cape Verde

Atlantic islands, kitesurfing and a "no stress" vibe.

Capital
Praia (Santiago island)
Currency
Escudo (CVE) — euros accepted
Flight from Douala
12-20h+ (1-2 stopovers)
Time difference
GMT−1 (−2h vs Cameroon)

An Atlantic archipelago with a "morabeza" rhythm, Cape Verde charms with the beaches of Sal, the salt crater of Pedra de Lume, the Kite Beach kitesurfing spot and the UNESCO colonial town of Cidade Velha. Important in 2026: visa on arrival was abolished — you now need a prior visa (online via EASE) + the security tax.

Formalities

The visa, step by step

On arrival
How to apply
Allowed stay
Up to 30 days
Cost
No visa (ECOWAS) + TSA tax ~3,400 CVE (~31 EUR)
Processing
EASE registration at least 5-6 days ahead; immediate entry on arrival

How to apply

No visa required for Cameroonians (ECOWAS exemption): complete the online EASE pre-registration and pay the Airport Security Tax (TSA) before arrival.

Required documents

  • passport valid 6 months
  • round-trip ticket
  • proof of accommodation
  • paid EASE pre-registration

Good to know

  • •Since January 2026, visa on arrival is abolished, but Cameroon (ECOWAS) remains visa-exempt.
  • •The TSA tax can double if paid on arrival.
How much it costs

A one-week budget

Backpacker
231 000 FCFA
/ week, excl. flight
Comfort
687 000 FCFA
/ week, excl. flight

Round-trip flight from Douala / Yaoundé

420 000 FCFA–780 000 FCFA

No direct flight; 1-2 stopovers via Addis, Casablanca, Lisbon or Istanbul.

Indicative round-trip price: it varies widely by season, layover and how early you book.

Where the money goes (backpacker estimate)

🏨150 000 FCFA
🍽️78 000 FCFA
🚕48 000 FCFA
🎟️90 000 FCFA
Hostel
10 800 FCFA–24 000 FCFA
Mid-range
33 000 FCFA–66 000 FCFA
Nice hotel
108 000 FCFA–246 000 FCFA
Tailored

Budget simulator

Comfort level
Estimated total budget
651 000 FCFA
Must-sees

What to do there

1

Santa Maria (Sal)

Beach and fishermen's pier.

2

Pedra de Lume

Float in the salt crater.

3

Kite Beach

Kitesurfing and windsurfing (Dec-April).

4

Buracona "Blue Eye"

Volcanic pools.

5

Shark Bay

Boat trip with lemon sharks and turtles.

6

Cidade Velha (Santiago)

First colonial town (UNESCO).

7

Fogo volcano

Hike to the summit (2,829m).

Itinerary

One week, day by day

  1. D1

    Arrival in Sal, check in at Santa Maria, sunset.

  2. D2

    Beach day + pier and fish market.

  3. D3

    North of Sal: Pedra de Lume, Buracona, Espargos.

  4. D4

    Boat trip (turtles/sharks) or kitesurfing.

  5. D5

    Flight to Praia, Plateau and Sucupira market.

  6. D6

    Cidade Velha: fortress, UNESCO history + beach.

  7. D7

    Souvenirs (grogue, coffee) and return.

✓

Travel checklist

A printable list (or save as PDF) so you forget nothing.

Travel checklist — Cap-Vert

Before you leave

What to pack

Visa sources: ease.gov.cv · visasnews.com

Indicative data (June 2026), reliability moyenne. Visa rules, prices and timelines change: always confirm with official sources before booking.

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