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title: Cape Verde visa for citizens of Russia
description: Citizens of Russia can visit Cape Verde without a visa for up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Cape Verde visa for citizens of Russia

Citizens of Russia can visit Cape Verde without a visa for up to 30 days.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free entry (with mandatory online registration)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Government fee:** €31
- **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 (e.g., bank statement or cash)

## How to apply

1. **Register online via EASE** — Go to the official EASE platform (ease.gov.cv) and complete the online registration at least 5 days before your trip.
2. **Pay the Airport Security Fee (TSA)** — Pay the TSA fee (3,400 CVE / approx. 31 EUR) online through the EASE platform.
3. **Receive confirmation** — After payment, you will receive a confirmation/receipt. Keep it for travel.
4. **Travel to Cape Verde** — Present your passport and the TSA payment receipt upon arrival. No visa is needed for stays up to 30 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.
- **Online registration (EASE)** (Travel): Must register online at least 5 days before arrival via EASE platform.
- **Airport Security Fee (TSA) payment receipt** (Financial): Pay 3,400 CVE (approx. 31 EUR) online via EASE before travel.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward/return travel required.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or cash may be requested at border.

## Proof of funds

- bank statement
- cash

No specific minimum balance stated; sufficient funds for stay recommended.

## Good to know

- Registration must be done at least 5 days before arrival.
- TSA fee must be paid online before travel; failure to pay may result in denial of entry.
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or late online registration** — Register at least 5 days before arrival via EASE.
- **Unpaid Airport Security Fee (TSA)** — Pay the TSA fee online before departure.
- **Invalid or insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Russia can visit Cape Verde without a visa for up to 30 days. Visa type: Visa-free entry (with mandatory online registration).

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

Up to 30 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport; Online registration (EASE); Airport Security Fee (TSA) payment receipt; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds.

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

At least 6 months.

## 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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