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Cabo Verde allows citizens of certain countries, particularly members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and European Union (EU), to enter with a valid national ID card. However, most travelers will need to present a valid passport for entry.
All travelers entering Cabo Verde must present a valid passport. Visa requirements depend on the nationality of the traveler:
Citizens of the following countries can enter Cabo Verde without a visa for stays of up to 30 days:
Cabo Verde offers a visa on arrival for travelers from certain countries and also provides an eVisa option that can be applied for online prior to travel.
Travelers from non-visa-exempt countries must obtain a visa before arriving in Cabo Verde. A valid passport with at least six months of validity is required.
Note: Always check the latest entry requirements with your local embassy or official government sources as visa rules may change.
Cabo Verde does not have a toll road system. Most roads on the islands are free to use, though road conditions can vary, especially in rural areas.
Cabo Verde has a tropical dry climate, characterized by year-round warm temperatures and very little rainfall.
The dry season is long and features warm temperatures ranging from 23°C to 30°C (73°F to 86°F) with little to no rain.
The wet season is short, with occasional showers and thunderstorms. However, rainfall is generally low, and temperatures remain warm, between 25°C and 31°C (77°F to 88°F).
The official currency of Cabo Verde is the Cabo Verdean Escudo (CVE), abbreviated as CVE or symbolized as $.
The Escudo is available in banknotes of 200, 500, 1,000, 2,000, and 5,000 CVE. Coins come in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 CVE.
Currency exchange services are available at airports, hotels, banks, and some exchange offices. The Euro is widely accepted, and it’s easy to exchange Euros for Escudos.
Credit and debit cards are accepted in many hotels, restaurants, and larger shops, particularly in tourist areas. However, cash is still widely used, especially in rural areas or smaller establishments.
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