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title: Tuvalu visa for citizens of Cape Verde
description: "Citizens of Cape Verde can get a visa on arrival in Tuvalu. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Tuvalu visa for citizens of Cape Verde

Citizens of Cape Verde can get a visa on arrival in Tuvalu.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Enough for stay

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Tuvalu immigration checkpoint** — Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter at Funafuti International Airport.
2. **Complete application form** — Fill in the visa-on-arrival form provided by immigration officers.
3. **Submit documents** — Hand over passport, onward ticket, and proof of funds.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the 50 USD fee in cash (exact change preferred).
5. **Receive visa stamp** — Wait for the officer to stamp entry permission into your passport.
6. **Enter Tuvalu** — Proceed through immigration control to enter the country.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from entry.
- **Onward/return ticket** (Travel): Confirmed ticket out of Tuvalu.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash, credit card, or bank statement.
- **Passport-sized photo** (Identity, optional): May be required at immigration.
- **Visa application form** (Supporting, optional): May be provided on arrival.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of 50 USD per day
- Cash
- Credit card
- Bank statement

Immigration may ask to see sufficient funds for your stay.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at Funafuti International Airport.
- Ensure you have exact cash in USD for the fee; no ATMs may be available at immigration.
- Overstaying the 30-day limit may result in fines or deportation.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Check passport expiry and renew if needed before travel.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Book a confirmed exit ticket before arriving.
- **Inability to prove sufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or a bank statement showing adequate balance.
- **Criminal record or prior immigration violations** — Apply for a visa in advance if such issues exist.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Cape Verde can get a visa on arrival in Tuvalu. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

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

Passport; Onward/return ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Passport-sized photo; Visa application form; Proof of accommodation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Tuvalu?

At least 6 months.

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