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title: Cape Verde visa for citizens of the Maldives
description: "Citizens of the Maldives need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Cape Verde. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: €30. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Cape Verde visa for citizens of the Maldives

Citizens of the Maldives need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Cape Verde.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-26. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.ease.gov.cv/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Pre-approval + VOA · Visa on Arrival (EASE)
- **How to apply:** Approve online, collect at arrival
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **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 (exact amount not specified)

## How to apply

1. **Complete online pre-application via EASE** — Fill in the EASE online form with personal and travel details.
2. **Pay visa fee (approx 25-30 EUR) online** — Pay the fee via the EASE portal using a credit/debit card.
3. **Receive pre-approval confirmation** — Get an approval reference via email (usually within 24-48 hours).
4. **Pay Airport Security Fee (TSA)** — Pay the TSA fee online or at the airport before boarding.
5. **Travel to Cape Verde** — Arrive at one of the international airports in Sal, Boa Vista, São Vicente, or Santiago.
6. **Collect visa on arrival** — Present your passport, pre-approval reference, and supporting documents at the immigration counter.
7. **Receive visa stamp and enter** — The visa is stamped in your passport at the border.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay)** (Identity): Must have at least one blank page.
- **Completed online application via EASE** (Supporting): Submitted before travel via EASE platform.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Cape Verde.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or invitation letter.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements, cash, or credit card.
- **Passport-sized photo** (Identity): Recent, 35x45mm, white background.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory for most nationalities.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): If traveling from or through an endemic area.
- **Copy of flight itinerary** (Travel, optional): May be requested at border.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified, but must demonstrate sufficient funds for stay.
- Bank statements
- Cash
- Credit card

No official minimum amount, but around 50 EUR per day may be expected.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only issued at designated international airports; not available at land borders.
- Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity from the date of entry.
- Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory if arriving from an endemic country.
- The TSA (Airport Security Fee) must be paid before boarding.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Check passport expiry before travel; renew if necessary.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry bank statements and enough cash/credit to cover your stay.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Always have a confirmed return or onward ticket.
- **Incomplete or inaccurate EASE application** — Double-check all fields before submitting; match passport details exactly.
- **Criminal record or previous immigration violation** — Ensure you meet entry requirements; check with embassy if unsure.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Maldives need a visa for Cape Verde?

Citizens of the Maldives need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Cape Verde. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (EASE).

### How long can citizens of the Maldives stay in Cape Verde?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: €30.

### What documents do citizens of the Maldives need for Cape Verde?

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay); Completed online application via EASE; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Passport-sized photo; and 3 more.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.ease.gov.cv/

## Sources

- [ease.gov.cv](https://www.ease.gov.cv/)

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- [Cape Verde visa for every passport](/visa/cape-verde)
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