Cape Verdian Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of October 2026, Cape Verdian passport holders can visit 34 countries visa-free, plus 61 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The Cape Verdian passport is ranked #135 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

The Cape Verdean passport grants access to 34 countries visa-free. Holders can also obtain 50 e-visas and 11 visas on arrival. Unfortunately, visas are required in 98 countries.

Cape Verde is an archipelago nation located in the Atlantic Ocean, off the western coast of Africa. Its total population is approximately 550,000. The capital is Praia, and the official language is Portuguese.

Cape Verde's economy is mostly service-oriented, relying heavily on tourism and foreign investment. The country is known for its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and warm climate.

Some destinations that require a visa for Cape Verdian passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Cape Verdian passport holders are Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia.

Visa free countries

So, where can Cape Verdians travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Cape Verde citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Africa

🇦🇴 Angola (30 days)
🇧🇯 Benin (90 days)
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso (N/A)
🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire (90 days)
🇬🇲 Gambia (90 days)
🇬🇭 Ghana (90 days)
🇬🇳 Guinea (N/A)
🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau (N/A)
🇱🇷 Liberia (N/A)
🇲🇱 Mali (N/A)
🇲🇺 Mauritius (90 days)
🇲🇦 Morocco (90 days)
🇲🇿 Mozambique (3 months)
🇳🇪 Niger (N/A)
🇳🇬 Nigeria (N/A)
🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe (15 days)
🇸🇳 Senegal (90 days)
🇸🇱 Sierra Leone (N/A)
🇿🇦 South Africa (30 days)
🇹🇬 Togo (N/A)
🇹🇳 Tunisia (3 months)
🇿🇲 Zambia (90 days)

Americas

🇧🇸 Bahamas (3 months)
🇧🇧 Barbados (N/A)
🇩🇲 Dominica (21 days)
🇪🇨 Ecuador (90 days)
🇭🇹 Haiti (3 months)
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (1 month)

Asia

🇲🇾 Malaysia (30 days)
🇵🇭 Philippines (30 days)
🇸🇬 Singapore (30 days)
🇹🇱 Timor-Leste (30 days)

Oceania

🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)

Europe

🇷🇺 Russia (60 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Cape Verdian passport holders visit without a visa?

Cape Verdian passport holders can visit 34 countries visa-free, plus 61 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of October 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for Cape Verdian passport holders?

Cape Verdian passport holders can travel visa-free to Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Côte d'Ivoire, and 26 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for Cape Verde citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for Cape Verde, 34 are visa-free, 50 can be visited with an e-visa and 11 with a visa on arrival, while 98 require a visa, as of October 2026.