El Salvador passport → Cape Verde

Cape Verde visa for citizens of El Salvador

Embassy / VFSVisa on Arrival · Tourist

Citizens of El Salvador need a visa for Cape Verde and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Embassy / VFS · Visa on Arrival · Tourist
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Entries	Single entry
Government fee	CVE 25
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	May be requested

How to apply

1
Prepare required documents
Gather passport, photo, onward ticket, accommodation proof, and sufficient funds.
2
Travel to Cape Verde
Arrive at an international airport or port where visa on arrival is available.
3
Proceed to visa on arrival counter
Join the queue at the immigration office upon arrival.
4
Submit documents and pay fee
Present your documents and pay the visa fee (cash only, in euros or Cape Verdean escudos).
5
Receive visa and enter
Visa is issued on the spot; proceed to passport control.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from entry.
Passport-size photo
One recent photo.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Printed or electronic proof of onward/return travel.
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or invitation letter with address.

Financial

Sufficient funds
Bank statement or cash may be requested.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Optional
Required if traveling from an endemic area.

Proof of funds

bank statement
cash

Sufficient funds for your stay may be requested by immigration officers.

Good to know

Not available at all entry points — confirm availability before travel.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or invalid documents

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and you have all required prints.

Insufficient funds

Carry proof of adequate funds (cash or bank statement).

FAQ

Do citizens of El Salvador need a visa for Cape Verde?

Citizens of El Salvador need a visa for Cape Verde and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

How long can citizens of El Salvador stay in Cape Verde?

Up to 30 days.

How much does the Cape Verde visa cost for citizens of El Salvador?

Government fee: CVE 25.

What documents do citizens of El Salvador need for Cape Verde?

Valid passport; Passport-size photo; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Sufficient funds; Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

How long must my passport be valid for Cape Verde?

At least 6 months.

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