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title: Cape Verde visa for citizens of El Salvador
description: "Citizens of El Salvador need a visa for Cape Verde and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: CVE 25. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Cape Verde visa for citizens of El Salvador

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

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from entry.
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): One recent photo.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Printed or electronic proof of onward/return travel.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or invitation letter with address.
- **Sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash may be requested.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting, 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).

## FAQs

### 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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