Visitor & short-stay visas
Cabo Verdean Visa Exemption and EASE Pre-Registration
Visa-free short-stay entry for eligible nationalities, provided travellers complete the mandatory online EASE pre-registration before they arrive in Cabo Verde.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Exact Airport Security Tax (TSA) amount, EASE lead time, processing time and validity, and the full per-country visa-free stay durations were not confirmed from an official government page and must be verified against gov.cv / ease.gov.cv before publication.
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.
- Official name
- Visa exemption / EASE pre-registration
- Route type
- Short-stay visitor entry
- Length of visa-free stay
- Varies by nationality (commonly 30 days; some nationalities 60, 90 or 180 days)
- Stay length is set per country on the official visa-exempt countries list.
- EASE
- Mandatory online pre-registration before arrival by air
- Airport Security Tax (TSA)
- Payable during EASE registration
- Fee amount not confirmed from an official page in this research.
Who it is for
- Nationals of countries on Cabo Verde's official visa-exemption list, travelling for tourism or a short visit
- Travellers whose stay is within the visa-free period allowed for their nationality
Requirements
- Passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry
- Completed EASE pre-registration for the trip
- Payment of the Airport Security Tax (TSA) where applicable
- Onward/return travel and accommodation as required at the border
What you can do
- Enter for tourism, leisure or a short visit within the visa-free period for your nationality
- For stays beyond the exemption period, apply for a visa at a Cabo Verdean embassy or consulate
How to apply
- Complete the EASE pre-registration online in advance of travel
- Provide passport details and travel dates and pay the TSA where due
- Carry confirmation of pre-registration when travelling
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.
Related Cabo Verdean visas
- SHORT STAYTOURISMTourism VisaShort-stay option for tourism and cruise visits, intended for nationals who are not visa-exempt and therefore need a visa to enter the country.View visa details
- SHORT STAYTRANSITTransit VisaFor travellers passing through Cabo Verde only briefly while en route to another destination, rather than staying in the country itself.View visa details
