Macao visa requirements for Cape Verdians

Travel and visa requirements

Macanese Visa is not required for Cape Verdians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Cape Verde citizens intending to visit Macao can do so without applying for a visa if staying for a period of 30 days.
  • Intending visitors are required to provide passports valid for the duration of stay.
  • Visitors are advised to leave at least one blank page of their passports for entry stamps.
  • There are no currency restrictions on entry or exit in Macao.
  • There is a need for account declaration to prove the financial capability to support the trip.
  • There is no vaccination certificate required for this country.
  • Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all visitors will be required to fill in a health declaration form.
  • All visitors entering Macao must have a return or onward tickets.
  • Visitors are advised to have as much as MOP 500 per day to cover the expenses of their visit.
  • There are no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency taken in and out of the country.
  • Foreign currencies and credit cards are not accepted for the payment of all forms of travel fees.
  • In Macao, the power plugs and sockets are of type D, M, G, and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Macao uses the China Standard zone (GMT+8) hence, Macao is 9 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
  • The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Macau is 17 hours, 39 minutes.
  • The main forms of public transport are buses, taxis, and rickshaws.
  • The light rail system is currently under construction, as a result, there is no functioning rail system in Macao.
  • Macao adopts the Macanese pataca as its official currency.
  • Portuguese alongside Chinese is the official language of Macao. 
  • Arms, ammunition, explosives, illegal Chemical and drugs are prohibited in Macao.
  • Minchi is regarded as the national dish. it is made with minced beef or pork (or a combination of the two), diced potatoes stir-fried with onions, and Worcestershire sauce - it’s often topped with a fried egg and served with a side of steaming white rice. It can also be made with chicken, fish, shrimp, or vegetables such as bitter melon or wood ear mushrooms. 
  • Macao is known as “the Las Vegas of Asia” because of its giant casinos and malls.
  • Tourists can also enjoy the resorts, age-old temples, and bungee jumping thrills on 765ft Macao Tower in the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel to Macao?

In comparison to other major cities in the world, Macao is considered quite safe for travellers. In addition, the city constantly develops its tourism, so the Macao government tends to make the city clean of crimes. Petty crimes are common, while the more serious ones are very rare.

How much do I need to spend in Macao for a day?

Since every person's spending habits and budgets are different, it is difficult to say how much money visitors should bring. Hotels in Macau generally cost between HKD600-2000 per night. For meals, expect to pay HKD100-500 per person at resort restaurants, and around HKD80-200 per person at outside restaurants.

How can I apply for a visa extension in Macau?
Travellers can apply for a visa extension of five days before the expiry of their entry permits.