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Cape Verde visa for citizens of the Marshall Islands

Pre-approval + VOAVisa on arrival (pre-registration required)

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

Not yet cross-checked · Last checked . Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry routePre-approval + VOA · Visa on arrival (pre-registration required)
How to applyApprove online, collect at arrival
EntriesSingle entry
Processing timeOn arrival
Passport validityAt least 6 months
BiometricsNot required
AppointmentNot required
InterviewNot required
Onward or return ticketRequired

How to apply

  1. 1

    Register online via EASE system

    Visit the official Cape Verde EASE portal and complete the pre-registration form at least 5 days before arrival.

  2. 2

    Fill in personal and travel details

    Provide passport info, flight details, accommodation, and contact information.

  3. 3

    Receive confirmation code

    After submission, you will receive a confirmation number (print or save the confirmation).

  4. 4

    Travel to Cape Verde

    Carry passport, printed confirmation, and supporting documents to the airport.

  5. 5

    Obtain visa on arrival

    Upon arrival, proceed to immigration, pay the visa fee (cash in EUR or CVE), and receive the visa sticker.

Documents checklist

Identity

  • Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond stay)

  • Passport photo (biometric style)

    Optional

    May be required at immigration

Travel

  • Round-trip flight itinerary

    Must show onward travel

  • Hotel booking or accommodation proof

    For entire stay

  • EASE pre-registration confirmation (submitted 5+ days before arrival)

    Online registration via EASE platform

Financial

  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement, cash, or card)

    To cover stay expenses

Supporting

  • Travel insurance

    Optional

    Recommended but not mandatory

Proof of funds

  • bank statement
  • cash
  • credit card

You must show sufficient funds for the duration of stay; exact amount not specified.

Good to know

  • Pre-registration must be completed at least 5 days before arrival; failure to do so may result in denial of entry.
  • Visa on arrival is only granted if you have a valid EASE confirmation and all required documents.
  • Only single-entry visas are issued; no visa extension is possible without leaving the country.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months from date of entry.

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the stay.

No round-trip ticket or proof of onward travel.

Provide a confirmed return or onward flight itinerary.

No EASE pre-registration or registration completed fewer than 5 days before travel.

Register online via EASE exactly 5 to 30 days before departure.

Insufficient funds to cover stay.

Carry enough cash (EUR or CVE) or a valid credit card with sufficient balance.

Missing accommodation proof.

Book a hotel or have an invitation letter with a local address.

FAQ

Do citizens of the Marshall Islands need a visa for Cape Verde?

Citizens of the Marshall Islands need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Cape Verde. Visa type: Visa on arrival (pre-registration required).

What documents do citizens of the Marshall Islands need for Cape Verde?

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond stay); Round-trip flight itinerary; Hotel booking or accommodation proof; EASE pre-registration confirmation (submitted 5+ days before arrival); Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement, cash, or card); Passport photo (biometric style); and 1 more depending on your situation.

How long must my passport be valid for Cape Verde?

At least 6 months.

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