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

Citizens of Gabon 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 (30 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Government fee:** €30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Cape Verde entry point** — Proceed to immigration checkpoint at airport or port
2. **Submit required documents** — Present passport, onward ticket, accommodation proof, photo, and funds
3. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the fee in cash (EUR or local currency)
4. **Receive visa on arrival** — Immigration officer stamps visa into passport

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Cape Verde
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel reservation or invitation letter
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): One recent color photo
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** €50 per day
- Bank statement
- Cash

May be asked to show funds at entry

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may not be available at all entry points; check before travel
- Overstay penalties apply

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid passport (less than 6 months validity)** — Ensure passport has sufficient validity
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Book a return or onward ticket

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Gabon need a visa for Cape Verde?

Citizens of Gabon need a visa for Cape Verde and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Gabon stay in Cape Verde?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Cape Verde visa cost for citizens of Gabon?

Government fee: €30.

### What documents do citizens of Gabon need for Cape Verde?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Passport-size photo; Proof of sufficient funds.

### How long must my passport be valid for Cape Verde?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Cape Verde visa for every passport](/visa/cape-verde)
- [Every destination for Gabon passport holders](/visa/passport/gabon)