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title: Cape Verde visa for citizens of Tonga
description: "Citizens of Tonga need a visa for Cape Verde and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: CVE 3,400. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Cape Verde visa for citizens of Tonga

Citizens of Tonga 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 (register online 5 days before arrival)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **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
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (amount not specified)

## How to apply

1. **Complete online registration** — Register your travel details on the official Cape Verdean immigration portal at least 5 days before arrival.
2. **Pay airport security fee** — Pay the CVE 3400 fee either online during registration or on arrival at the airport.
3. **Arrive at eligible airport** — Fly into Sal, Boa Vista, São Vicente, or Santiago international airports.
4. **Present documents for visa on arrival** — Show your passport, onward ticket, and proof of registration/payment to immigration officers for visa issuance.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proven travel out of Cape Verde
- **Online registration (pre-arrival)** (Travel): Register at least 5 days before arrival via official portal
- **Airport security fee payment (on arrival or online)** (Travel): CVE 3400 – can be paid online during registration or on arrival

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified

You may be asked to show evidence of sufficient funds, but no fixed amount is stated.

## Good to know

- Online registration must be done at least 5 days before arrival
- Visa on arrival only available at Sal, Boa Vista, São Vicente, or Santiago airports

## Common refusal reasons

- **Failure to register online 5 days before arrival** — Register well in advance on the official portal
- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months on date of arrival
- **No onward/return ticket** — Have a confirmed outbound ticket

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Tonga need a visa for Cape Verde and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on arrival (register online 5 days before arrival).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: CVE 3,400.

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

Passport; Return or onward ticket; Online registration (pre-arrival); Airport security fee payment (on arrival or online).

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

At least 6 months.

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