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title: Cape Verde visa for citizens of South Africa
description: Citizens of South Africa 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 South Africa

Citizens of South Africa 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
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Government fee:** CVE 3,400
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Register online via EASE platform** — Go to www.ease.gov.cv and fill out the application at least 5 days prior to arrival.
2. **Pay airport security fee** — Pay the CVE 3400 airport security fee online (or on arrival). Keep the receipt.
3. **Gather required travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid, have onward ticket, and print the registration receipt.
4. **Arrive at Cape Verde entry point** — Present passport, registration receipt, onward ticket, and any requested documents to immigration.
5. **Receive visa on arrival** — Immigration officer issues the visa stamp in the passport. Pay any remaining fees if not done online.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Online registration receipt (EASE)** (Travel): Register online 5 days before arrival at www.ease.gov.cv.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Cape Verde.
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity, optional): May be required at upon arrival.
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Recommended but not always mandatory.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or cash may be requested.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting, optional): Required if traveling from an endemic country.

## Proof of funds

- bank statement
- cash

Officers may request proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay.

## Good to know

- Online registration must be completed at least 5 days before travel.
- Visa on arrival is not available at all entry points; confirm your port of entry beforehand.
- The airport security fee (CVE 3400) is mandatory and can be paid online or in cash on arrival.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or late online registration** — Register at least 5 days in advance and keep the confirmation receipt.
- **Invalid passport (less than 6 months validity)** — Renew passport before travel.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of South Africa need a visa for Cape Verde?

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

### How long can citizens of South Africa stay in Cape Verde?

Up to 30 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of South Africa need for Cape Verde?

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; Online registration receipt (EASE); Return or onward ticket; Passport-size photo; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### 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 South Africa passport holders](/visa/passport/south-africa)