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Cabo Verdean Investment Residence Permit

For foreign nationals carrying out an investment or relevant economic activity in Cabo Verde, granting residence on the strength of that economic contribution.

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Minimum investment thresholds, validity and fees are not stated on the DEF overview page and require verification.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Cabo Verde government website before you apply.
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Official name
Autorização de residência – atividade de investimento ou atividade económica relevante
Route type
Temporary residence permit (investment / economic activity)
Permit type
Temporary residence authorization
A property-based Green Card route grants permanent residence.
Validity
2 years
Renewable for successive 2-year periods.
Qualifying activity
Investment or a relevant economic activity
Green Card property threshold
From EUR 80,000
EUR 80,000+ in lower-GDP municipalities, EUR 120,000+ elsewhere; funds must come from abroad.
Where to apply
DEF (e-Residencia portal) or a National Police unit in Cabo Verde

Who it is for

  • Investors and entrepreneurs undertaking an investment or economically relevant activity in Cabo Verde

Requirements

  • Evidence of the investment or economic activity
  • Valid passport with entry visa and entry stamp
  • Criminal record and medical certificates as required

How to apply

  • Apply for the residence permit through the DEF e-Residência portal

Documents you may need

  • Evidence of the investment or economic activity, or property purchase / promise-of-purchase documents for the Green Card.
  • Financial-institution declaration confirming the transfer of capital from abroad.
  • Property registry certification and construction contract (if the property is under construction).
  • Valid passport with entry visa or entry stamp.
  • Criminal record certificate (origin country and Cabo Verde), translated and legalised.
  • Medical certificate and international vaccination certificate.
  • Two recent passport-type colour photos and a tax identification number.

Frequently asked questions

  • They overlap but are not identical. A general investment or economic-activity residence is a temporary authorization, while the property-based Green Card (from EUR 80,000, funds from abroad, handled via the e-Residencia portal) grants permanent residence renewable every five years.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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