Visa Free Countries for Cape Verdians

Gambia is known for its lovely beaches, its incredible reserve of diverse bird species, and for being home to Jufureh, the ancestral village of Kunta...

• Citizens of Cape Verde do not require a visa to visit the Gambia for a stay of up to 90 days.
• Prospective visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into the Gambia. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
• Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
• Confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
• British Airways, Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir and KLM are some of the carriers that fly from Cape Verde to the Gambia.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to the Gambia is 1 hour, 27 minutes.
• The religion in the Gambia based on statistics show that 90% of the population are Sunni Muslims, 9% are Christians, while the remaining 1% still practise traditional beliefs.
• There are at least 10 languages spoken by different ethnic groups in The Gambia. However, the official language is English.
• The Gambian Dalasi is the official currency of the Gambia.  Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
• Popular delicacies in the Gambia are benachin, domoda, superkanja, etc.
• In the Gambia, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The Gambia uses Greenwich Mean Time hence, The Gambia is 1 hour ahead of Cape Verde.
• The climate in the Gambia is subtropical, with distinct dry and rainy seasons. The dry season runs from mid-November to early June, while the rainy season lasts from late June to October.
• Some of the tourist attractions in the Gambia include Kunta Kinteh Island, Kachikally Museum and Crocodile Pool, Abuko Nature Reserve and Bijilo Forest Park.
• Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts while in the country.

Guinea-Bissau has a population of some 1,815,698 people and is known for its ancient Portuguese ruins, ultra-fresh seafood, and polyrhythmic musi...

• Cape Verde citizens visiting Guinea-Bissau are not required to obtain a visa and they can stay there for up to 90 days. 
• They are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 90 days from the date of arrival.
• The passports should have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Electronic visa is also available for Cape Verde passport holders.
• Visas can be obtained from the Guinea Bissau International Airport.
• Visitors are required to possess a letter of Authorization from the Migration Office of Guinea Bissau.
• Visitors with pets are expected to obtain a veterinarian certificate.
• There are no restrictions on possessing  foreign currencies at entry or exit.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Evidence of adequate funds as well as onward/return tickets is required from visitors. 
• Guinea-Bissau uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) which places Guinea-Bissau 1 hour ahead of Cape Verde.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Guinea-Bissau is 1 hour, 43 minutes.
• Transport in Guinea-Bissau is made easy by water, the road transport system is secondary because there are few paved and there are no train services in the country.
• The power plugs and sockets in the country are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Guinea-Bissau adopts the use of West African CFA franc as its official currency .
• The official language of Guinea-Bissau is Portuguese. However, because the country is surrounded by French speaking countries, French is widely taught in schools.
• The cuisines in Guinea Bissau are African in nature with a blend of Portuguese influence.
• Due to the fact that the country is rich in fish, most Guineans eat rice and fish.
• The climate in Guinea Bissau is a tropical. The rainy season lasts from June to November while the dry season runs from December to May.
• The country is known for national parks and wildlife.
• The most famous tourist attraction in Guinea Bissau is the Orange Islands National Park.The park is not just for for terrestrial animals, it also serves as a marine park.
• Guinea Bissau is the only Portuguese-speaking country having a Muslim majority. About 22% of the country's population are Christians while 31% adhere to the traditional African beliefs.
• The country is the world's sixth largest producer of cashews.

Senegal is a country in West Africa, rich in culture and known to have taxis with goat or sheep hair tails.

• Citizens of Cape Verde visiting Senegal are not required to apply for a visa for a duration of stay up to 90 days.
• Citizens are required to provide a passport valid for the duration of stay upon arrival.
• Passports of citizens must have at least a page left for visa stamps.
• All visitors must have onward towards another country or return tickets to their home country.
• Visitors are expected to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination upon arrival.
• Pet animals are allowed to enter provided they are accompanied a veterinary health certificate which is issued less than 48 hours before departure and a certificate of vaccination against rabies. 
• All visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• There are no restrictions on monies taken in and out of the country.
• Visitors should hold proof of sufficient funds (especially in form of a recent bank statement) relative to your intended length of stay.
• Visitors are advised to confirm with your airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa before traveling to Senegal.
• In Senegal the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, E and K. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Dakar, Senegal is 1 hour, 19 minutes.
• Senegal is on the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT), therefore, Senegal is 1 hour ahead of Cape Verde.
• French is the official language, although many native languages are spoken and recognized.
• Senegal has a tropical climate with pleasant heat throughout the year accompanied by well-defined dry and humid seasons that result from northeast winter winds and southwest summer winds. 
• The dry season between December to April is dominated by hot, dry, harmattan wind. while Senegal's annual rainfall occurs between June and October.
• French is the official language while Wolof is considered as its lingua Franca because it is widely spoken by a majority of its population.
• Senegal is a secular state but Islam is the predominant religion in the country with a Christian community that is made up of 4.1% of the population while a few people take up animist beliefs particularly in the southeastern region of the country.
• Because Senegal borders the Atlantic Ocean, fish is very important. Chicken, lamb, peas, eggs and beef are also used in Senegalese cooking, but not pork, due to the nation's largely Muslim population.
• Hospitality, in theory, is given such importance in Senegalese culture that it is widely considered to be part of the national identity.
• Wrestling is Senegal's most popular sport and has become a national obsession.

Benin is home to about 20 diverse ethnic groups, breathtaking landscapes and the most beautiful carved wood masks in the world.

• Cape Verde travelling to Benin with the intention to stay for 90 days or less do not require a visa.
• Visitors are required to possess a valid passport for six months with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Passport should be valid for six months beyond your departure date from Benin 
• Passport photographs must meet the Consulate of Benin’s requirement which means that photographs must be recent with a size 2 x 2, a coloured type, taken from visitor’s front view and with a plain or white background.
• Visitors must also have in possession, a valid (International Certificate of Vaccination for yellow fever and cholera followed with Malaria protection which is not required but recommended.
• Visitors must hold proof of sufficient funds and onward/return travel tickets
• Benin is a tropical nation, highly dependent on agriculture, and is a large exporter of cotton and palm oil.
• The majority of the Benin population lives on the small southern coastline of the Bight of Benin, part of the Gulf of Guinea in the northernmost tropical portion of the Atlantic
• Benin has two rainy and two dry seasons. The principal rainy season is from April to late July, with a shorter less intense rainy period from late September to November. The main dry season is from December to April, with a short cooler dry season from late July to early September. 
• The official language of Benin is French. However, indigenous languages such as Fon and Yoruba are commonly spoken
• The largest religious group in Benin is Roman Catholicism followed closely by Islam, Vodun and Protestantism. 
• The Benin citizens are known for their Religious Syncretism (the act of practising the combination of elements from the Christian and voodoo religion)
• Transportation within Benin is made by road, rail, water and air.
• The Benin Republic uses the West African Standard time (GMT+1) thus, Benin is 2 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• The crime rate is low, and most disputes are resolved by local leaders. Only a few civilians have access to guns.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Cotonou, Benin is 4 hours, 13 minutes.
• Greeting people properly is considered the most important social norm in Benin, therefore, it is appropriate to shake the hand of each person present upon entering or leaving a place. People who are well acquainted may greet each other by kissing on the cheek
• Public displays of affection between members of the opposite sex are discouraged but men frequently walk together holding hands.
• Offering food and drink to visitors is a key element of hospitality and to refuse is considered rude to the Benin people.
• Many people in Benin eat with the fingers of the right hand. It is considered bad taste to eat with the left hand or offer another person something with the same hand.
• The basic meal is staple starch eaten with a sauce that contains vegetables and meat or fish. 
• Food is prepared at least twice a day- at midday and in the evening. The morning meal may consist of warmed-up leftovers from the previous evening's meal or food purchased from roadside vendors
• One of the most beautiful spots for a drink is the terrace of the pub in Haie Vive, which serves as one of the biggest expat hangouts in town. 
• Benin is known to play a key role in the development of the African slave trade and also recognised to be the birthplace of the voodoo arts. These two ingredients are just a small part of the recipe that makes the complex and rich history of the African nation.
• Although, the nation is relatively small and has only a few large cities but Benin provides travellers or visitors with museums, wonderful architecture and markets in abundance for exploration.
• The Benin Republic also has many recreational sites for visitors’ pleasure, especially for nightlife activities.

Cote d'Ivoire has a population of over 23.7 million people. It is famous for its idyllic beach locations, for the Mount Nimba, and for being the home...

• Cape Verdes travelling to Ivory Coast are not required to obtain or apply for a visa for a stay period of 90 days.
• Visitors must possess passports that are valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one blank passport page available for entry stamp(s).
• Visitors will be requested to present a computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets.
• If stay in any hotel withing Ivory coast, visitors are required to provide a copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
• Cape Verde citizens are required to present an International certificate of vaccination against yellow fever at the port of entry.
• All travellers are required to pay an Airport Tax of 3,000 XOF upon leaving Cote d'Ivoire 
• In Ivory Coast, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Côte d'Ivoire adopts Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT), hence, Côte d'Ivoire is 1 hour ahead of Cape Verde.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Cote d'Ivoire is 3 hours, 11 minutes.
• The country has large populations of Muslims, Christians and various indigenous religions.
• The official language of the republic is French with local indigenous languages also being widely used that include Baoule, Dioula, Dan, Anyin and Cebaara Senufo.
• Cassava and plantains are significant parts of Ivorian cuisine. A type of corn paste called aitiu is used to prepare corn balls, and peanuts are widely used in many dishes.
•  Ivory Coast climate is tropical along coast, semiarid in far north with three seasons - the country is warm and dry from November to March, hot and dry from March to May, hot and wet from June to October.
• Taxis are a great and easy way to get around in Abidjan. Just look for an orange coloured car and flag it down. Fares are very affordable: US $2-4 depending on the length of the journey. 
• Tourist villages, beaches, and photo safaris are some of the main tourist attractions to see in Côte d'Ivoire. Famous Mapouka dance.

Ecuador is a country with a population of seventeen million people. It is known for its Amazonian rain forest, its impeccable Andes peaks, and for its...

• Cape Verde citizens can travel to Ecuador without obtaining a visa, and they can stay there for up to 90 days. 
• Visitors are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 3 months from the date of arrival.
• Citizens of Cape Verde visiting Ecuador are required to provide a certificate of Vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid and Yellow Fever.
• Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
• Visitors are allowed the free import of a moderate amount of perfume, one litre of alcoholic drinks, 200 grammes of tobacco, 50 cigars, or 300 cigarettes; Gifts and personal objects up to the value of:
• USD 200 if travellers are staying abroad for up to 7 days
• USD 300 if travellers are staying abroad for 8 days up to six months
• USD 400 if travellers are staying abroad for six months up to two years
  
• USD 500 if travellers are staying abroad for two years or more; such amounts are estimated regardless of the age of travellers.
  
• Dry or fresh meat, unpreserved meat products and all kinds of plants and vegetables require previous permission from the Ministry of Agriculture.
• Visitors are allowed to depart with a moderate amount of cigarettes, tobacco and national alcoholic drinks. 
• Goods such as narcotics, live animals and their parts, gold bars and antiques are prohibited from entry.
• EgyptAir, British airways, Avianca, Iberia, Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, Lufthansa, United Airlines, Air Europa and Emirates are major carriers that fly from Cape Verde to Ecuador.
• To bring in pets, travellers must have a health certificate that is issued by an authorized governmental veterinarian and approved by the local health authorities in the home country. 
• In Ecuador, the power plugs and sockets are of type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
• Dogs require a certificate of vaccination against Rabies issued within three months of arrival in Ecuador.
• A traveller's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Ecuador.
• Visitors arriving with more than two pieces of checked luggage have to pay high customs duties as follows: For the third bag: USD 200; For the fourth bag: USD 400; Starting from the fifth bag, all checked luggage will be revised and a customs tax has to be paid for the total content of all bags.
• Visitors departing on international flights are required to pay an airport departure tax.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Ecuador is 8 hours, 15 minutes.
• Ecuador has a wet and dry season. The period from December to May (winter) is hot and humid while the rest of the year is warm and pleasant.
• Because of its three mainland regions, Ecuador's climate is varied.
• Christianity is the most predominant religion practised in Ecuador.
• Electricity in Ecuador is either not available or erratic in rural areas.
• Ecuador uses six transportation methods to transport passengers; they are aviation, highways, pipelines, ports and harbours, railways and waterways.
• The official language of Ecuador is Spanish, which is spoken by approximately 93% of the population.
• Ecuador uses the time zone in Quito, (GMT-5), hence, Cape Verde is 4 hours ahead of Quito, Ecuador.
• Ecuador’s biggest tourist attraction are its beaches to astonishing volcanoes and the Amazon Rain forest.

Ghana has a population of some 25.5 million people. It is rich in gold, rich in cocoa and in Ghana, pregnant women eat clay!

• Cape Verde nationals intending to travel to Ghana are not required to obtain a visa for a stay up to 30 days. 
• All visitors are required to have purchased return or onward tickets.
• Visitors aged 16 years old and more are allowed to freely import a moderate amount of tobacco, cigars, cigarettes, alcoholic drinks and wine, perfumes/eau de toilette but gifts are taxable.
• Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all types of pork and its products are not allowed to enter Ghana.
• Visitors are required to pay a Traveler Service Charge upon departing from the airport.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health and a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued in the home country. 
• Pets are allowed to enter as visitor's luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin.
• A visitor's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Ghana.
• Visitors are allowed to possess local currency up to those amounts previously permitted to be exported out of the country so long as they are properly recorded in the passport or other travel documents. 
• There are no restrictions on the possession of foreign currencies at departure provided the imported sums are declared upon arrival on the relevant currency declaration form
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Accra, Ghana is 3 hours, 55 minutes.
• Ghana is on Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) which places Ghana one hour ahead of Cape Verde.
• Transport in Ghana is accomplished by road, rail, air and water.
• Ghana is a multilingual country with over eighty languages, English is recognised as the official language and lingua franca while Akan, of all the indigenous languages, is the most widely spoken.
• The climate of Ghana is tropical and variable- the eastern coastal belt is warm and comparatively dry, the south-west corner of Ghana is hot and humid, and the north of Ghana is hot and dry.
• In Ghana, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Christianity is the largest religion in Ghana, with approximately 71.2% of Ghana's population being members of various Christian denominations as of the 2010 census.
• Ghana is historically famous for its gold - It was previously called the Gold Coast. Now, Chocolate has probably taken over, with it being one of the key suppliers of Cocoa to the likes of Cadbury's. 
• Ghana also has diamonds, oil and are large producers of many types of woods.

The Republic of Guinea is a West African country that lies along the Gulf of Guinea, and has a population of about 12.4 million.

• Citizens of Cape Verde travelling to Guinea are not required to obtain a visa for a stay 30 days.
• Passport of citizens must be valid for six months beyond the duration of stay with at least one blank page for entry stamps.
• Cape Verde citizens entering Guinea are required to provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination at the port of entry.
• No restrictions are placed on the amount of money taken into the country No more than 100,000 FG or $5,000 USD is allowed at departure.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health and a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued in the home country.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• In Guinea, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, F and K. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Guinea uses Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) hence, Guinea is 1 hour ahead of Cape Verde.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Guinea is 2 hours, 14 minutes.
• Intending visitors can get to Guinea from any international airport in Cape Verde. There are international airports in Sal and Santiago.
• Air Europa, Plus Ultra Lineas Aereas, Avianca, EgyptAir, Iberia, Emirates and Ethiopian Airlines are some of the carriers that fly from Cape Verde to Guinea.
• French, the official language of Guinea is the main language of communication in schools, in government administration and the media but more than twenty-four indigenous languages are also spoken.
• Guinea is a predominantly Islamic country with Muslims representing 85 percent of the population.
• The country is the world's second-largest producer of bauxite and has rich deposits of diamonds and gold.
• Major cities in Guinea with a population above 100,000 include Kankan, Kindia, Labe, Gueckedou, Boke, Mamou and Kissidougou.
• The climate of Guinea is tropical and humid with a wet and a dry season and is one of the wettest countries in West Africa. 
• In Guinea, the wet season with a southwesterly wind lasts from June to November while the dry season with a northeasterly harmattan lasts from December to May.
• Guinea presents some interesting tourist sites, among the top attractions, are the waterfalls found mostly in the Basse Guinee (Lower Guinea) and Moyenne Guinee (Middle Guinea) regions.

Haiti is home to over 10 million people, the final resting place of Christopher Columbus; where cocks get high on rum.

• Cape Verde citizens can travel to Haiti without obtaining a visa, and they can stay there for up to 90 days. 
• Cape Verde passport holders must pay a tourist fee of US$10 on arrival.
• Visitors are required to be vaccinated from Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Cholera, Cholera, Yellow Fever, Rabies, Meningitis, Polio, Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR), Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis), Chickenpox, Shingles, Pneumonia and Influenza. 
• To bring in birds, cats and dogs, visitors need a certificate of veterinary health issued no more than 7 days before arrival. 
• Furthermore, dogs aged more than three months old require a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued not less than 21 days and not more than 11 months before arrival.
• Macaws and parrots are prohibited from entering Haiti.
• Firearms are prohibited with the exception of sporting guns that require a permit from a consul of Haiti.
• Intending visitors can get to Haiti from any international airport in Cape Verde. There are international airports in Sal and Santiago.
• In Haiti the power plugs and sockets are of type A and B. The standard voltage is 110 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
• Haiti uses the Eastern Daylight Time zone in Haiti (GMT-4) hence, Cape Verde is 3 hours ahead of Haiti.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Haiti is 6 hours, 59 minutes.
• In Haiti, the most commonly used form of public transportation is the use of brightly painted pickup trucks as taxis called "tap-taps".
• The gourde (French) also called the goud (Kreyol) is the currency of Haiti. Five Haitian gourdes is the equivalent of one Haitian dollar.
• Haiti is the second-most populous country in the Caribbean as a whole.
• Haitian Creole is the most popular language in Haiti and more than 95% of Haitians are fluent in the language.
• The famous culture food of Haiti is Griot which is made with marinated pork and it is also a favourite choice for all kinds of public gatherings like Easter, Good Friday, and Christmas.
• The writing language is ‎Latin in the Haitian Creole alphabet.
• Haiti is rich with monuments, artefacts and sites on slavery history which plays a big part in its tourism industry.
• Taíno cultural artefacts which have become the national symbols of Haiti and tourist attractions include cave paintings in several locations in the country. 
• In addition to its historical site and arts on slavery, Haiti can also boast of its own national park, the Massif de la Hotte/Pic Macaya not excluding the Labadee and its own national museum, with other museums such as Musée du Panthéon National Haitien—a tribute to Haiti's national heroes, the National Museum of Art- featuring pre-Columbian art from around Haiti and Museum Ogier-Fombrun in Montrouis.
• Roman Catholicism is the official religion of Haiti, but voodoo may be considered the country's national religion.
• The most festive time of the year in Haiti is during Carnival (referred to as Kanaval in Haitian Creole or Mardi Gras) in February.
• Football is the most popular sport in Haiti with hundreds of small football clubs competing at the local level, although, Basketball is growing in popularity also.

Hong Kong is home to about 8 million people, spectacular landscapes and the best culinary delights.

• Cape Verde citizens looking to travel to Hong Kong can do so without obtaining a visa for a duration of 30 days.
• There is no certificate of vaccination required for entering Hong Kong.
• Travellers must be in possession of a passport valid for 6 months beyond stay.
• One blank page of the passport is required for entry stamp.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Pets can only enter into Hong Kong as traveller's luggage, as cargo or in the cabin.
• In Hong Kong, the power plugs and sockets are of type G and D. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Hong Kong is 17 hours, 42 minutes.
• Hong Kong uses the Standard Time zone (GMT+8) hence, Hong Kong is 9 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Airlines that go from Cape Verde to Hong Kong are Emirates, Lufthansa, British Airways and others.
• Intending visitors can get to Hong Kong from any international airport in Cape Verde. There are international airports in Sal and Santiago.
• Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate characteristic of southern China.
• Hong Kong has the world's largest skyscraper in the world with 317 towers taller than 150 metres (490 ft) and the third-largest number of high-rise buildings in the world.
• Hong Kong has a highly developed, sophisticated transport network of railways, buses and ferries.
• With few natural lakes and rivers, high population density, inaccessible groundwater sources, and extremely seasonal rainfall, the territory does not have a reliable source of fresh water. 
• Hong Kong is characterised as a hybrid of East and West, Traditional Chinese values emphasizing family and education blend with Western ideals, including economic liberty and the rule of law
• There are five daily meals taken in Hong Kong- breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and siu yeh.
• Dishes include congee, chai su bao, siu yuk, egg tarts and mango pudding.
• Chinese and English are the two official languages of Hong Kong.
• Religion in Hong Kong is characterized by a multi-faith diversity of beliefs and practices. Most of the Hong Kong people of Chinese descent practice Chinese folk religion—which may include Confucian, Taoist doctrines and Buddhism.

Indonesia is a country of some 240 million people. It is known for its several islands, its active volcanoes, and for being the home of the last of th...

• Cape Verde citizens can visit Indonesia for 30 days without obtaining a visa.
• Citizens of Cape Verde are required to pay an airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Passports of visitors must be valid for 6 months beyond the date of arrival with a round-trip or onward ticket. 
• Visitors must provide at least one blank page of their passports for entry stamps.
• Due to the outbreak of rabies, the import of pets into Indonesia has been stopped until further notice.
• Evidence of sufficient funds with most recent bank statement or letter from the bank providing confirmation of sufficient funds is required.
• Currencies that are up to the equivalent of 100,000,000 Indonesian Rupiah (approx. $7,500 USD) are restricted on entry and exit.
• Most travellers to Indonesia will need vaccinations for Hepatitis A and Typhoid Fever, as well as medications for travellers' diarrhoea.
• Intending visitors can get to Indonesia from any international airport in Cape Verde. There are international airports in Sal and Santiago.
• Lufthansa, British Airways, KLM and Air Canada are some of the airlines that fly from Cape Verde to Indonesia.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Jakarta, Indonesia is 20 hours, 15 minutes.
• Indonesia uses the Western Indonesia Time zone (GMT+7) making Indonesia 8 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Chinese medicines and printed material, narcotics, firearms and ammunition, pornographic material, fresh fruit, cordless phone sets are not permitted into Indonesia except with a license.
• Indonesia lies along the equator, and its climate tends to be relatively even year-round as it has two seasons (a wet season and a dry season) with no extremes of summer or winter.
• For most of Indonesia, the dry season falls between April and October with the wet season between November and March.
• The road transport system is predominant in Indonesia, rickshaws such as bajaj and becak, and share taxis such as Angkot and Metromini are commonly used within the country.
• Nature and culture are prime attractions of Indonesian tourism.
• The country boasts of a unique combination of a tropical climate, a vast archipelago, and a long stretch of beaches with a rich cultural heritage reflecting its dynamic history and ethnic diversity.
• Indonesia has eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Borobudur Temple Compounds and the Komodo National Park.
• The country's official language is Indonesian.
• The country is rich in local and foreign influences, including from Javanese, Sundanese, Minangkabau, Hindi, Sanskrit, Chinese, Arabic, Dutch, Portuguese and English.
• While the Indonesian constitution stipulates religious freedom, the government officially recognises only six religions- Islam, Protestantism, Roman Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism and Confucianism.
• Rice is the leading staple food in Indonesia and is served with side dishes of meat and vegetables. Spices (notably chilli), coconut milk, fish and chicken are fundamental ingredients.

Liberia, home to 4.7 million people, is situated on the West coast of Africa, with more than 20 indigenous languages being spoken.

• Citizens of Cape Verde are not required to apply for a visa to travel to Liberia for a variable duration of at least 30 days depending on the embassy’s decision.
• Passports of citizens are required to be valid from the time of entry.
• Visitors must provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination at the port of entry.
• Passports of visitors must have at least one blank page available for entry stamps.
• Amendment pages at the back of the passport are not suitable for Liberia entry permits.
• Visitors are not allowed to report more than $10,000 upon entry and $7,500 on exiting the country.
• Computer-generated flight itinerary, clearly showing the applicant’s name, from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Liberia must be submitted.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an import permit issued by the Ministry of Agriculture, a veterinary certificate of good health, and a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued in the home country.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Liberia is on the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) hence, Liberia is 1 hour ahead of Cape Verde.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Liberia is 2 hours, 44 minutes.
• In Liberia, the climate is tropical, hot and humid all year round.
• Liberia has a rainy season from May to October due to the African monsoon and pretty frequent rains in the other months, except in the short dry season that runs from December to February, which is more marked in the north.
• In Liberia, the power plugs and sockets are of type A, B and F. The standard voltage is 120 / 220 V and the standard frequency is 60 / 50 Hz.
• The natural beauty of its landscape and fascinating tribal history and culture of Liberia are its main draws for tourists in the diaspora.
• Liberia is a multilingual country where more than thirty languages are spoken with English as its official language.
• A vast majority of Liberia's population practices Christianity with Muslims comprising 12.2% of the population largely by the Mandingo and Vai ethnic groups.

Macao is known as the gambling capital of the world and the most densely populated region in the world,  has a population of  about 650,900.

• 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.

Mali, officially known as the republic of Mali, is populated with over 19.4 million people. It is a landlocked country in West Africa known for its Go...

• Cape Verde citizens visiting Mali are not required to obtain any for a period of 90 days stay duration.
• The passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay stipulated in the visa application form.
• Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination at entry.
• Visitors with pets must provide an animal health certificate and certificate of vaccination against rabies on entry.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Bamako, Mali is 2 hours, 36 minutes.
• Visitors in possession of arms, ammunition and explosives are required to accompany them with a permit authorised by the Customs Department at Bamako, The capital of Mali.
• In Mali, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Mali uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone in Mali (GMT) hence, Mali is 1 hour ahead of Cape Verde.
• Most of the transportation in Mali consists of cars, planes, and boats.
• Mali adopts the West African CFA franc as its national currency.
• The majority of the Mali inhabitants practice Islam with a few others involved in Christianity and other religions.
• Mali is the eighth-largest country in Africa.
• Mali possesses a tropical wet and dry climate yet it is called one of the hottest countries in the world.
• Desert or semi-desert covers about 65 percent of Mali's total area.
• French is the official language and Bambara is the most widely spoken language in the country.
• When invited to dinner at someone’s home, it is rude to bring a hostess gift.
• Avoid pointing at people with your index finger, use the whole hand instead. 
• Mali is blessed with beautiful natural spots, unique religious landmarks, cultural attractions, and popular historical monuments that attract lots of tourists.
• Some of Mali’s tourist spots are National Park of Mali, the Grand Mosque of Djenné Boucle du Baoulé National Park, The National Museum of Mali, The Bandiagara Cliffs and The Djinguereber Mosque.

Mauritius, officially known as the republic of Mauritius, is a volcanic Island located in the Indian ocean off the southeast of the continent Africa....

• Visitors from Cape Verde can enter Mauritius without applying for a visa for a duration of 90 days.
• The passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay.
• Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for entry stamps.
• Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination at entry.
• Visitors must have confirmed reservations for accommodation in Mauritius.
•  Onward or return tickets to the visitors' home country or country of residence are required.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• Plants and plant material including flowers, bulbs, fresh fruit, vegetables, cuttings, and seeds are not allowed into Mauritius unless a permit is obtained in advance from The Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and the Environment.
• Sugarcane and its parts with fresh fruit coming from the area lying 60 degrees to the East of Asia, including India and Pakistan are prohibited, not excluding soil and micro-organisms.
• In Mauritius, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Mauritius uses the Mauritius Standard Time zone (GMT+4) hence, Mauritius is 5 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Port Louis, Mauritius is 12 hours, 31 minutes.
• Transportation in Mauritius is characterized by the network of roadways, ports, and airports.
• Mauritius adopts the Mauritian rupee as its national currency. 
• Hinduism is the country's major religion and is closely followed by Christianity, Islam and Buddhism.
• Mauritius is mostly appreciated by tourists for its natural environment and man-made attractions, the multi-ethnic and cultural diversity of the population, the tropical climate, beaches and water sports.
• Mauritius is the most densely populated country on the African continent and also one of the most prosperous and rich countries on the continent.
• There are so many interesting places for tourists in Mauritius with amazing white sandy beaches, picturesque towns and villages and ancient military ruins to visit.
• The Mauritian Constitution makes no mention of an official language and its one million citizens speak English, French, Mauritian Creole, French-based Creole, and ethnic languages such as Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Marathi, Urdu, Tamil or Mandarin.
• On the islands of Mauritius, the climate is tropical, with a hot and rainy season which reaches its peak from January to March, and a relatively cooler and less rainy season from June to September.
• People are proud of their island and may expect you to admit that it’s the closest thing to Paradise, so it is a good idea to just oblige.  Be open and friendly and accept offerings
• When greeting in Mauritius not that friends and family commonly share a kiss on each cheek. Handshakes may be appropriate during some initial introductions.

Mauritania is located northeast Africa, it is known to be the eleventh largest sovereign state in Africa. It is populated with over 4.6 million people...

• Cape Verde citizens visiting Mauritania are granted visa on arrival for a period of  90 days.
• Passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay stipulated in the visa application form.
• Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination at entry.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry or exit.
• Visitors must have a return or onward tickets.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• To bring in sporting guns for a temporary period, a gun licence and an import licence are required; they can be acquired before arrival from the Home Ministry.
• It is prohibited for visitors to possess the local currency on departure.
• Only foreign currencies are allowed up to the equivalent of MRO 10,000 to be taken out of the country.
• Children aged less than 10 years old are allowed to take up to MRO 5,000 out of the country.
• Mauritania is the eleventh largest sovereign state in Africa and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west.
• Southern Mauritania has a Sahelian climate, Daytime temperatures are warm in most areas for over 6 months of the year, but the nights in Mauritania are always cool.
• The country’s most popular attraction is Banc d’Arguin National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to one of the world’s largest bird sanctuaries and is an absolute must for bird lovers.
• Rainy season in Mauritania is from July to October.
• In Mauritania, the power plugs and sockets are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Mauritania uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT), hence, Mauritania is 1 hour ahead of Cape Verde.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Mauritania is 2 hours, 10 minutes.
• But the popular mode of transportation is bush taxis, which travel between towns, as city cabs can be expensive. 
• It is possible to rent a vehicle in Mauritania, with most of the car rental agencies located at the airport or in the large cities of Nouakchott, Nouadhibou and Atar.
• Mauritania adopts the Mauritania ouguiya as its national currency. it is symbolised as “OM”.
• The whole population of Mauritania practices Islam.
• Modern Arabic is the official and national language of Mauritania.
• Lying on the back is usually not acceptable for women and lying on the stomach is not acceptable for men.
• No displays of public affection between members of the opposite sex are accepted.  Married couples are not allowed to hold hands, and it is often difficult to identify husbands and wives because they seldom sit together and never touch.
• Mauritania’s coast is essentially one long sandy beach that’s almost devoid of vegetation but supports an astonishingly varied population of birds.
• The Banc d’Arguin National Park is one of Mauritania’s top attractions. it comprises sand-dunes, coastal swamps, small islands and shallow coastal waters.
• The most famous landmark in the capital, Port de Pêche, is a colourful and buzzing boardwalk and fishing port on the west side of Nouakchott.
• During the holy month of Ramadan, drinking or eating in front of Mauritanians is particularly rude.
• The main attractions for most tourists are the desert in Adrar and the Tagant areas around Atar and the ocean in Banc d'Arguin (a natural reserve with dunes ending in the sea, full of millions of birds and protected by UNESCO).
• Mauritania’s Bay of Nouadhibou hides one of the biggest ship centimetres in the world. There are more than 300 wrecks from all nations beached permanently on its shores.

Angola is home to about 19 million people, exquisite Angolan cuisines and the world’s oldest desert.

• Citizens of Cape Verde are not required to apply for a visa to visit Angola for a stay duration of 30 days.
• A valid passport with at least 4 blank pages and a minimum of one year before expiration is required from visitors.
• Visitors must provide receipts for hotel reservations and/or proof of accommodation.
• Proof of sufficient funds of at least 200 USD per day of your stay through a recent bank statement is required from visitors.
• Visitors will be required to present a ticket reservation with a return trip at the port of entry.
• A credit/debit card or a PayPal account is needed for the Angola pre-visa payment.
• Upon arrival in Angola, visitors will have to present passports along with your printed e-receipt.
• Visitor’s are required to provide a certificate of Vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Yellow Fever.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Angola is 7 hours, 23 minutes.
• Visitors are not allowed to possess firearms, ammunition, or explosive materials.
• Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
• In Angola, the standard voltage is 220 V and the frequency is 50 Hz.
• Religion in Angola consists of about 1,000 religious communities in the country, most of which are Christian.
• Angola currently uses the West Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+1), hence, Angola is 2 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Public transportation consists of railways, buses, taxis and harbours.
• The Angolan Kwanza is the currency of Angola.
• Portuguese is the only official language, is known by 80% of the population as the primary or secondary language. 
• The main staples eaten in Angola are rice and funje, a type of polenta made from corn or manioc flour.
• Rucana falls in Angola is one of the largest waterfalls in the continent, measuring 2,300 feet wide and 390 feet high.
• The giant Sable Antelope, which is endemic to Angola, was discovered in 2014 after it was thought to be extinct.
• Angola is a Southern African nation with varied tourist spots which include the tropical Atlantic beaches, a labyrinthine system of rivers and Sub-Saharan desert that extends across the border into Namibia. 

Bolivia is a country of some 11 million people popular for its ancient Andean ruins, its thick jungles, and for having "zebras" control traffic.

• Cape Verde citizens can get visa on arrival for travelling to Bolivia within the duration of 90 days.
• Citizens can also apply for an electronic visa for a stay up to 90 days.
• Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form at the port of entry.
• Visitors should also provide an original valid passport photograph that is recent and valid for at least for 6 months of 37mm by 37mm size.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors staying in Bolivia beyond the duration of stipulated stay
• Standard travel documents like passport / national ID card will generally be sufficient to visit Bolivia
• Citizens of Cape Verde from one year and above are required to show a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination upon entry
• Visitors must apply for a separate visa (Specific Purpose Visa) to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Bolivia
• Citizens of Cape Verde are also required to leave at least a page on their passports to obtain entry and exit stamps from the Bolivian authorities every time you enter or exit Bolivia.
• There are limited flights within Bolivia and to neighbouring countries. Flight delays and cancellations are common.
• Travellers below the age of eighteen must obtain authorization from the non-travelling parent or parents at a Bolivian Embassy or Consulate to exit Bolivia. 
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Bolivia is 7 hours, 40 minutes.
• Bolivia is currently on the Greenwich Meridian Time Zone 4 (GMT+4), hence, Cape Verde is 3 hours ahead of Bolivia.
• Transport in Bolivia is mostly by road. The railways were historically important in Bolivia, but now play a relatively small part in the country's transport system.
• Spanish is the first official language of Bolivia, together with as many as 40 other indigenous languages spoken by the inhabitants of this country. Some of the most important indigenous languages include Quechua, Aymara, Chiquitano and Tupi-Guarani
• Christianity is the largest religion in Bolivia, with Roman Catholicism being the largest denomination. While a vast majority of Bolivians are Catholic Christians, a much smaller portion of the population participates actively.
• Because of its constant rainfall, Bolivia has a humid and tropical climate. Travellers are advised to purchase umbrellas, raincoats when visiting. The hottest days in Bolivia is between December and January.

Cambodia is a country of over 16.01 million people known for being the home of the largest religious monument in the world, for its warm culture, and...

• Citizens of Cape Verde can get visa on arrival for travelling to Cambodia as a tourist and the maximum duration of stay is 30 days.
• Visitors will need to inquire with the airline of choice if boarding is allowed without a visa if they choose to have a visa on arrival.
• Applicant’s passport must be valid for six months from the date of entry into Cambodia.
• Passports must have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Passports should not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way.
• Passport photographs must be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper 
• Passport photograph size must be two inches by two inches in size and taken against an all-white background 
• The passport photographs must provide the full front view of your head with your face centred in the middle and displaying a neutral expression. 
• Passport holders may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear for religious purposes in photographs.
• Cape Verdes can also opt to apply for an electronic visa to visit Cambodia.
• Cape Verdes applying for e-Visa are required to supply a passport scan, digital passport photo and credit/debit card or Paypal account.
• Cambodian electronic visa is valid for 90 days after issued.
• Cambodia electronic visa may be extended for another 30 days total by contacting the local police station or immigration office.
• No sticker will be issued to citizens applying for the electronic visa.
• Super rush processing times for Cambodia electronic visas are approximately 24 hours.
• Cape Verde citizens are required to print out 2 copies of the electronic visa certificate. 
• Visitors are required to give one copy of the electronic visa certificate to the immigration department as your travel visa upon arrival in Cambodia and one copy upon departure.
• When you travel with an electronic visa, you can only enter Cambodia through the following Ports of Entry: Phnom Penh International Airport, Siem Reap International Airport, Poi Pet (Banteay Meanchey), Bavet (Svay Rieng), Cham Yeam (Koh Kong), Tropaeng Kreal Border Post (Stung Treng) and Sihanoukville International Airport.
• The flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Cambodia is 17 hours, 22 minutes.
• Visitors are not required to pay departure tax upon leaving the country.
• Cambodia is famous for the World Heritage site, Angkor Wat temple complex in Cambodia which is one of the largest religious monuments in the world, on a site measuring 162.6 hectares. 
• Cambodia has 2 seasons and a tropical climate with warm temperatures throughout the year. The wet season runs from December through April while the dry season is between January and February.
• Cambodia has a single official language which is Khmer. It is spoken by nearly of the whole of the country's population.
• A bulk of Cambodia's population practice Theravada Buddhism, followed by Islam, Christianity, and other religions.
• Transport within Cambodia can be made through public buses, private taxis and ride-hailing via mobile apps. 
• Taxis in Cambodia can appear in the form of cars, motorcycles, and tuk-tuk.
• There are no inter or intra-city railway systems in Cambodia.
• In Cambodia, the power plugs and sockets are of type A, C and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Cambodia currently uses the Indochina Time, (Greenwich Meridian Time+7) which puts Cambodia 8 hours ahead of Cape Verde.

Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee.

• Cape Verde citizens can get visa on arrival for travelling to Ethiopia as tourists and the maximum duration of stay is 90 days.
• An electronic visa is also available for the aforementioned period of time.
• Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form.
• Passports of visitors must have a validity of at least for 6 months from the time of arrival
• The original valid passport must be with a copy of a recent photograph of 37mmX37mm size.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors staying beyond the duration of stay.
• Standard travel documents like passport and national ID card will generally be sufficient to visit Ethiopia.
• For Ethiopia, there are two associated plug types, types C and F. The country operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
• Ethiopia time zone is East Africa Time (GMT+3) therefore, Ethiopia is 4 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Cape Verde from one year and above are required to show proof of Yellow Fever vaccination.
• If you plan to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Ethiopia, you must apply for a separate visa (Specific Purpose Visa).
• Visitors are only allowed to hold one litre of alcoholic drinks, two bottles or half a litre of perfume, half a pound of tobacco, 100 cigarettes or 50 cigars for adults only, souvenirs up to a value of ETB 10 on entry.
• Visitors are allowed to hold goods bought in Ethiopia up to a value of ETP 500 at departure. 
• Visitors are required to hold animal hides and skins and any type of antiques such as swords, bibles provide they have a certificate of export for such goods.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a certificate of good health issued by a veterinarian in the home country.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is 8 hours, 56 minutes.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Visitors are allowed to hold local currency up to ETP 100 per person, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies provided the imported sums are declared to the customs on arrival. Foreign currency may be exchanged only through authorized banks and organizations.
• Visitors are allowed to export local currency provided the visitor has a re-entry permit up to ETB 100 per person.
• Visitors are allowed to export foreign currencies up to the amounts imported and declared.
• Ethiopia is the most populous landlocked country in the world and the second-most populous nation on the African continent.
• The nation is a land of natural contrasts, with its vast fertile west, its forests, and numerous rivers, and the world's hottest settlement of Dallol in its north. 
• Ethiopia uses the ancient Ge’ez script, which is one of the oldest alphabets still in use in the world.
• The Ethiopian calendar, which is approximately seven years and three months behind the Gregorian calendar.
•  Ethiopia is a multilingual nation with around 80 ethnolinguistic groups, the four largest of which are the Oromo, Amhara, Somali and Tigrayans.
• The skull of the hominid (ancestors of the homo Erectus) is said to have been discovered in Ethiopia by Tim D. White. The most well known hominid discovery is Australopithecus afarensis.
• The predominant climate type is tropical monsoon with a wide topographic-induced variation. 
• Ethiopia is a global centre of avian diversity. To date, more than 856 bird species have been recorded in Ethiopia, twenty of which are endemic to the country.
• Agriculture constitutes around 85% of the labour force. However, the service sector represents the largest portion of the economy.
• English and Italian is the most widely spoken foreign language, and is the medium of instruction in secondary schools, although, most people in the country speak Afroasiatic languages of the Cushitic or Semitic branches.
• The Ethiopian empire was one of the first in the world to officially adopt Christianity as the state religion.
• The best-known Ethiopian cuisine consists of various types of thick meat stews, known as wat in Ethiopian culture, and vegetable side dishes served atop injera, a large sourdough flatbread made of teff flour.
• Almost universally in Ethiopia, it is common to eat from the same dish in the centre of the table with a group of people. It is also a common custom to feed others in your group with your own hands.
• Traditional Ethiopian cuisine employs no pork or shellfish of any kind, as they are forbidden in the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian, Islamic and Jewish faiths.

Laos is populated with over 6.858 million people, and is home to beautiful parks,monuments and several protected areas. Laos is known as the land of a...

• The citizens of Cape Verde intending to visit Laos can obtain a visa on arrival up to 30 days of stay.
• The facility for an electronic visa is opened for Cape Verde citizens for a duration of one month.
• Cape Verde citizens must possess a passport valid for the duration of visit to Laos.
• Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A and Typhoid Fever vaccination certificate are only required for visitors.
• The associated plug type used in Laos are Type C and A and all power sockets in the country provide a standard voltage of 230V with a standard frequency of 50Hz.
• Laos uses the Indochina Time zone (GMT+7) hence, Laos is 8 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Transportation choices including bus and truck are becoming popular with travellers.
• The official language of Laos is called Lao. The widely spoken foreign language in Laos is the French Language.
• The predominant religion of Laos is Theravada Buddhism and almost all the citizens of the country are followers of the religion.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Laos is 17 hours, 2 minutes.
• Intending visitors can get to Laos from any international airport in Cape Verde. There are international airports in Sal and Santiago.
• Laos has a mostly tropical savanna climate although, Laos is vulnerable to climate change and almost all provinces in the country are at high risk from climate change.
• Lao food is traditionally sticky rice eaten with fingers. In the countryside, people all eat as a family, sitting on the floor and sharing a few dishes.
• Lao traditional food is dry, spicy and very delicious based on fish, buffalo meat, pork, poultry and especially herbs.
• The most famous Lao dish is larb, a spicy mixture of marinated meat or fish that is sometimes raw with a variable combination of herbs, greens, and spices.
• Sticky rice is a characteristic staple food and has cultural and religious significance to the Lao people.
• Some of the Laos newspapers are written in French and English language.
• The biggest tourist attraction is the Luang Prabang city which makes up a collection of golden-roofed temples, wooden houses and crumbling French provincial buildings fill the main roads of this city. 
•  The ancient Wat Xieng Thong Temple, The Mekong which is Southeast Asia’s longest river and The Plain of Jars are other attractive spots available for exploration.

The Republic of Madagascar, has its capital as Antananarivo. It is a home to about 26,641,187 people and more than half of its wildlife is not found a...

• The citizens of Cape Verde intending to visit Madagascar can obtain a visa on arrival up to 90 days of stay.
• The facility for an electronic visa is opened for Cape Verde citizens for a duration of one month.
• Cape Verde citizens must possess a passport valid for the duration of visit to Madagascar.
• Visitors are required to leave at least three blank pages of their passport for visa stamps on entry.
• A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is needed for entry into Madagascar.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit from the country.
• Citizens bringing in pets are required to present a health certificate and certification of vaccination against animal diseases.
• Pets will be examined on arrival and may be subject to quarantine at the port of entry.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Visitors having arms and ammunition in their possession are required to provide a permit.
• It is prohibited to exchange currencies through black markets. This is because according to Madagascan rules, only banks and foreign exchange offices are permitted to exchange foreign currencies.
• Foreigners are only allowed to hold currencies up to MGA 400,000 worth on entry and at departure.
• In Madagascar, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, E, J and K. The standard voltage is 127 / 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Madagascar uses the East Africa zone (GMT+3) hence, Madagascar is 4 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Madagascar is 11 hours, 13 minutes.
• Most people use taxi-brousse (old minivans seating up to 15 people) as their main form of transportation for short and long trips in Madagascar.
• Madagascar adopts the Malagasy ariary as its official currency.
• The official languages of Madagascar are Malagasy and French.
• Romazava is considered the national dish of Madagascar, the basic ingredients are beef, pork and chicken cubes, onions, tomatoes, spinach and crushed garlic.
• The nation comprises the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands.
• Madagascar's tourist attractions include its beaches and biodiversity; the island's endemic wildlife and forests.

“The warm heart of Africa” as it is known is a home to about 18,091,575 people. It is a country located in the southeastern region of Africa.

• Citizens of Cape Verde can obtain a visa upon arrival to visit Malawi for a period of 90 days.
• Passports of Cape Verde citizens must reach the validity of six months at the time of arrival.
• Citizens of Cape Verde will be required to provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination at the port of entry into Malawi.
• Visitors must have at least one blank page available on their passports for entry stamps.
• Local and foreign currencies must be declared upon arrival and departure from the country.
• Dogs and cats must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health and a certificate of vaccination against rabies.
• All travellers departing from Blantyre and Lilongwe are required to pay a service charge of MWK 1,500.
• Travellers must have enough money for their stay as well as return or onward tickets at the port of entry.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Malawi is 9 hours, 17 minutes.
• Malawi uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) which makes Malawi 3 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Malawi has been seen as a haven for refugees from other African countries, including Mozambique and Rwanda since 1985. 
• Malawi has two sites listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List- The Lake Malawi National Park and the Chongoni Rock.
• Animal life indigenous to Malawi includes mammals such as elephants, hippos, big cats, monkeys, and bats with a great variety of birds including birds of prey, parrots and falcons, waterfowl and large waders, owls and songbirds.
• The official language is English and other major languages include Chichewa, Chiyanja, Chiyao and Chitumbuka. Other native languages are Malawian Lomwe, Kokola, Lambya, Ndali, Nyakyusa-Ngonda and Tonga.
• Malawi is a majority Christian country, with a significant Muslim minority.
• Malawian cuisine is diverse, with tea and fish being popular features of the country's cuisine.
• Malawi is home to the popular pet fish Cichlid residing in Lake Malawi. The lake is estimated to have close to 3000 species of cichlids, the most of any lake in the world.
• Malawi is home to the third-largest lake in Africa, Lake Malawi. It is also the eighth largest lake in the world and the second deepest lake in Africa. 
• Liwonde National Park is Malawi’s premier national park. It has lodges on the Shire River which provide a lovely backdrop to a huge variety of birds, hippos, elephants and many more species of wildlife.

The Maldives has about 446,513 inhabitants. It consists of 26 atolls which are made up of 1192 Coral islands and is also known as the "Hundred Thousan...

• Cape Verde citizens visiting the Maldives are granted a visa on arrival for a period of 30 days.
• The passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay stipulated in the visa application form.
• Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Visitors are required to present a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination at entry.
• Opium, marijuana, cocaine, pornographic materials and stories, idols of worship, firearms, alcoholic drinks and pork are prohibited.
• Visitors are not allowed to take tortoise and turtle shells and black coral from the Maldives.
• Visitors are required to accompany pets with a health certificate and a certificate of vaccination from likely animal diseases.
• Dogs are not allowed into the country.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry and at the exit from the Maldives.
• Visitors, regardless of age, are allowed the free import of a moderate quantity of tobacco, cigarettes and cigars and a moderate amount of gifts.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to the Maldives is 13 hours, 51 minutes.
•  Payment for onward/return tickets is requested from Visitors entering the Maldives.
• A proof sufficient funds are required for entry also.
• On the Maldives, the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz and plugs used in the Maldives are of types, C, D, G, J, K and L.
• Maldives uses The Maldives Time zone (GMT+5) hence, Maldives is 6 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Maldives citizens give equal preference to the road, water and air transportation.
• The Maldives adopts the Maldivian rufiyaa as its national currency.
• Islam is the official religion and all citizens must be Muslims because the practice of a faith other than Islam is forbidden.
• The country's primary language is Dhivehi together with the English language while other languages like Hindi, Sinhalese and Urdu are spoken by the minority.
• When transiting the Maldives, travellers should ensure their luggage does not contain prohibited or restricted items, which include weapons, ammunition, alcohol, pornography, and religious material offensive to Islam, among other items.
• The public observance of any religion other than Islam in the Maldives is highly prohibited.
• The Maldives is known for its beaches, blue lagoons and extensive reefs. The capital, Malé, has a busy fish market, restaurants and shops on the main road.

Bolivia is a country of some 11 million people popular for its ancient Andean ruins, its thick jungles, and for having "zebras" control traffic.

• Cape Verde citizens can get visa on arrival for travelling to Bolivia within the duration of 90 days.
• Citizens can also apply for an electronic visa for a stay up to 90 days.
• Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form at the port of entry.
• Visitors should also provide an original valid passport photograph that is recent and valid for at least for 6 months of 37mm by 37mm size.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors staying in Bolivia beyond the duration of stipulated stay
• Standard travel documents like passport / national ID card will generally be sufficient to visit Bolivia
• Citizens of Cape Verde from one year and above are required to show a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination upon entry
• Visitors must apply for a separate visa (Specific Purpose Visa) to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Bolivia
• Citizens of Cape Verde are also required to leave at least a page on their passports to obtain entry and exit stamps from the Bolivian authorities every time you enter or exit Bolivia.
• There are limited flights within Bolivia and to neighbouring countries. Flight delays and cancellations are common.
• Travellers below the age of eighteen must obtain authorization from the non-travelling parent or parents at a Bolivian Embassy or Consulate to exit Bolivia. 
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Bolivia is 7 hours, 40 minutes.
• Bolivia is currently on the Greenwich Meridian Time Zone 4 (GMT+4), hence, Cape Verde is 3 hours ahead of Bolivia.
• Transport in Bolivia is mostly by road. The railways were historically important in Bolivia, but now play a relatively small part in the country's transport system.
• Spanish is the first official language of Bolivia, together with as many as 40 other indigenous languages spoken by the inhabitants of this country. Some of the most important indigenous languages include Quechua, Aymara, Chiquitano and Tupi-Guarani
• Christianity is the largest religion in Bolivia, with Roman Catholicism being the largest denomination. While a vast majority of Bolivians are Catholic Christians, a much smaller portion of the population participates actively.
• Because of its constant rainfall, Bolivia has a humid and tropical climate. Travellers are advised to purchase umbrellas, raincoats when visiting. The hottest days in Bolivia is between December and January.

Cambodia is a country of over 16.01 million people known for being the home of the largest religious monument in the world, for its warm culture, and...

• Citizens of Cape Verde can get visa on arrival for travelling to Cambodia as a tourist and the maximum duration of stay is 30 days.
• Visitors will need to inquire with the airline of choice if boarding is allowed without a visa if they choose to have a visa on arrival.
• Applicant’s passport must be valid for six months from the date of entry into Cambodia.
• Passports must have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Passports should not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way.
• Passport photographs must be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper 
• Passport photograph size must be two inches by two inches in size and taken against an all-white background 
• The passport photographs must provide the full front view of your head with your face centred in the middle and displaying a neutral expression. 
• Passport holders may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear for religious purposes in photographs.
• Cape Verdes can also opt to apply for an electronic visa to visit Cambodia.
• Cape Verdes applying for e-Visa are required to supply a passport scan, digital passport photo and credit/debit card or Paypal account.
• Cambodian electronic visa is valid for 90 days after issued.
• Cambodia electronic visa may be extended for another 30 days total by contacting the local police station or immigration office.
• No sticker will be issued to citizens applying for the electronic visa.
• Super rush processing times for Cambodia electronic visas are approximately 24 hours.
• Cape Verde citizens are required to print out 2 copies of the electronic visa certificate. 
• Visitors are required to give one copy of the electronic visa certificate to the immigration department as your travel visa upon arrival in Cambodia and one copy upon departure.
• When you travel with an electronic visa, you can only enter Cambodia through the following Ports of Entry: Phnom Penh International Airport, Siem Reap International Airport, Poi Pet (Banteay Meanchey), Bavet (Svay Rieng), Cham Yeam (Koh Kong), Tropaeng Kreal Border Post (Stung Treng) and Sihanoukville International Airport.
• The flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Cambodia is 17 hours, 22 minutes.
• Visitors are not required to pay departure tax upon leaving the country.
• Cambodia is famous for the World Heritage site, Angkor Wat temple complex in Cambodia which is one of the largest religious monuments in the world, on a site measuring 162.6 hectares. 
• Cambodia has 2 seasons and a tropical climate with warm temperatures throughout the year. The wet season runs from December through April while the dry season is between January and February.
• Cambodia has a single official language which is Khmer. It is spoken by nearly of the whole of the country's population.
• A bulk of Cambodia's population practice Theravada Buddhism, followed by Islam, Christianity, and other religions.
• Transport within Cambodia can be made through public buses, private taxis and ride-hailing via mobile apps. 
• Taxis in Cambodia can appear in the form of cars, motorcycles, and tuk-tuk.
• There are no inter or intra-city railway systems in Cambodia.
• In Cambodia, the power plugs and sockets are of type A, C and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Cambodia currently uses the Indochina Time, (Greenwich Meridian Time+7) which puts Cambodia 8 hours ahead of Cape Verde.

​​Gabon is a country of more that 2.025 million people known for having one of the best health care infrastructures in West Africa and for b...

• For Cape Verde citizens intending to visit Gabon, the electronic visa is valid for a maximum of 30 days of stay after it is issued.
• Gabon’s electronic visa may be extended for another 30 days total by contacting the local police station or immigration office.
• No sticker will be issued to citizens applying for the electronic visa.
• Super rush processing times for Gabon electronic visas are approximately 24 hours.
• Cape Verde citizens are required to print out 2 copies of the electronic visa certificate. 
• Visitors are required to give one copy of the electronic visa certificate to the immigration department as their travel visa upon arrival in Gabon and one copy upon departure.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Gabon is 5 hours, 48 minutes.
• Gabon uses West Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+1) hence, Gabon is 2 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Visitors are required to provide one copy of proof of vaccination for Yellow Fever.
• Visitors aged 17 years old or more are allowed the free import of 250 grammes of tobacco, 200 cigarettes or cigarillos, or 50 cigars, 50 grammes of perfume, two litres of alcoholic drinks and presents up to a total value of XOF 5,000.
• There are no restrictions on tobacco or tobacco articles of Cameroon origin imported from Cameroon.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• An import permit is needed for transporting arms and ammunition from the Home Ministry, Libreville and applications should be submitted 3 months before departure.
• Visitors are required to hold a hotel voucher or a letter of invitation issued by the sponsor and onward or return tickets.
• To bring in pets, visitors must have a certificate of vaccination against Rabies or a veterinary certificate issued by the home country less than three days before departure; dogs and cats less than three months old are exempted from such certificates.
• Gabon is a country along the Atlantic coast of Central Africa, has significant areas of protected parkland. 
• Gabon has one of the lowest population density of any country in Africa.
• Ethnic boundaries are less sharply drawn in Gabon than elsewhere in Africa. Most ethnicities are spread throughout Gabon, leading to constant contact and interaction among the groups, and there is no ethnic tension.
• It is estimated that 80% of Gabon's population can speak French and that 30% of Libreville residents are native speakers of the language. Nationally, 32% of the Gabonese people speak the Fang Language as a mother tongue.
• Gabonese cuisine is influenced by French cuisine, but staple foods are also available
• Tourists are very attracted to the forested coastal terrain of its famed Loango National Park shelters a diversity of wildlife, from gorillas and hippos to whales. 
• The Lopé National Park in Gabon is known for its rainforest and the Akanda National Park for its mangroves and tidal beaches.
• Tourism in Gabon is underdeveloped. Despite this, attractions include beaches, ocean and inland fishing facilities, the falls on the Ogooué River, and the Crystal Mountains.

Djibouti is a country of more than 956, 985 people known for its impeccable desert landscapes, intriguing marine life, and for celebrating Christmas o...

• Facilities for an electronic visa is made available for Cape Verde passport holders for a duration of 180 days.
• Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date to Djibouti.
• The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamps at the port of entry.
• Intending visitors are expected to have proof of yellow fever vaccination. 
• Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
• A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Djibouti and a confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
• Kenya Airways, Oman Air, EgyptAir, Etihad airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa and Ethiopian Airways are major carriers that fly from Cape Verde to Djibouti.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Djibouti, Djibouti is 9 hours, 27 minutes. 
• The Djiboutian Franc is the official currency used in Djibouti.  Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
• Djibouti is dominated by the Islamic religion with about 94% of the entire population practising it while Christians make up the minority.
• The languages spoken in Djibouti include Afar, Arabic, Somali and French. Although Somali and Afar are the most widely spoken tongues, Arabic and French serve as the official languages.
• Djibouti experiences an arid climate consisting of extremely hot and dry weather. From October up till April, the weather is slightly cooler, with a little rainfall. 
• Samosas, fah-fah and cambaboor served with yoghurt are some of the major dishes served in Djibouti.
•  Trains, buses and taxis are major means of transportation in Djibouti.
• The power plugs and sockets in Djibouti are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The time zone in Djibouti is the East Africa Time (GMT +3), which means Djibouti is 4 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee.

• Cape Verde citizens can get visa on arrival for travelling to Ethiopia as tourists and the maximum duration of stay is 90 days.
• An electronic visa is also available for the aforementioned period of time.
• Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form.
• Passports of visitors must have a validity of at least for 6 months from the time of arrival
• The original valid passport must be with a copy of a recent photograph of 37mmX37mm size.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors staying beyond the duration of stay.
• Standard travel documents like passport and national ID card will generally be sufficient to visit Ethiopia.
• For Ethiopia, there are two associated plug types, types C and F. The country operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
• Ethiopia time zone is East Africa Time (GMT+3) therefore, Ethiopia is 4 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Cape Verde from one year and above are required to show proof of Yellow Fever vaccination.
• If you plan to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Ethiopia, you must apply for a separate visa (Specific Purpose Visa).
• Visitors are only allowed to hold one litre of alcoholic drinks, two bottles or half a litre of perfume, half a pound of tobacco, 100 cigarettes or 50 cigars for adults only, souvenirs up to a value of ETB 10 on entry.
• Visitors are allowed to hold goods bought in Ethiopia up to a value of ETP 500 at departure. 
• Visitors are required to hold animal hides and skins and any type of antiques such as swords, bibles provide they have a certificate of export for such goods.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a certificate of good health issued by a veterinarian in the home country.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is 8 hours, 56 minutes.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Visitors are allowed to hold local currency up to ETP 100 per person, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies provided the imported sums are declared to the customs on arrival. Foreign currency may be exchanged only through authorized banks and organizations.
• Visitors are allowed to export local currency provided the visitor has a re-entry permit up to ETB 100 per person.
• Visitors are allowed to export foreign currencies up to the amounts imported and declared.
• Ethiopia is the most populous landlocked country in the world and the second-most populous nation on the African continent.
• The nation is a land of natural contrasts, with its vast fertile west, its forests, and numerous rivers, and the world's hottest settlement of Dallol in its north. 
• Ethiopia uses the ancient Ge’ez script, which is one of the oldest alphabets still in use in the world.
• The Ethiopian calendar, which is approximately seven years and three months behind the Gregorian calendar.
•  Ethiopia is a multilingual nation with around 80 ethnolinguistic groups, the four largest of which are the Oromo, Amhara, Somali and Tigrayans.
• The skull of the hominid (ancestors of the homo Erectus) is said to have been discovered in Ethiopia by Tim D. White. The most well known hominid discovery is Australopithecus afarensis.
• The predominant climate type is tropical monsoon with a wide topographic-induced variation. 
• Ethiopia is a global centre of avian diversity. To date, more than 856 bird species have been recorded in Ethiopia, twenty of which are endemic to the country.
• Agriculture constitutes around 85% of the labour force. However, the service sector represents the largest portion of the economy.
• English and Italian is the most widely spoken foreign language, and is the medium of instruction in secondary schools, although, most people in the country speak Afroasiatic languages of the Cushitic or Semitic branches.
• The Ethiopian empire was one of the first in the world to officially adopt Christianity as the state religion.
• The best-known Ethiopian cuisine consists of various types of thick meat stews, known as wat in Ethiopian culture, and vegetable side dishes served atop injera, a large sourdough flatbread made of teff flour.
• Almost universally in Ethiopia, it is common to eat from the same dish in the centre of the table with a group of people. It is also a common custom to feed others in your group with your own hands.
• Traditional Ethiopian cuisine employs no pork or shellfish of any kind, as they are forbidden in the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian, Islamic and Jewish faiths.

Kenya is known for its over 30 million people, most spectacular wildlife and the second largest mountain in Africa.

• Cape Verde citizens visiting Kenya are only required to apply for an electronic visa for a period of 90 days duration of stay.
• Cape Verde passports must reach the validity of 3 months as stipulated by the Kenyan travel requirement.
• Visitors are advised to leave at least 2 blank pages of their passport for entry stamps.
• Intending visitors must provide a Certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination.
• The associated plug type is G, which is the plug that has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. Kenya operates on a 240V supply voltage and 50Hz.
• Kenya uses the East Africa Time zone (GMT+3) hence, Kenya is 4 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Options for getting around Kenya include airlines, trains, car hires and taxis, public transport like 'matatus' and buses.
• Intending visitors can get to Indonesia from any international airport in Cape Verde. There are international airports in Sal and Santiago.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Nairobi, Kenya is 9 hours, 3 minutes.
• Visitors are allowed to possess money amount up to 100,000 Kenyan Shillings on exit.
• The Kenyan Shilling is the currency of Kenya.
• The Bantu, Swahili language and English serve as Kenya’s official languages but there are more speakers of Swahili than English in the country.
• The popularly cooked Kenyan foods are Maize meal called Ugali, when cooked and unga when raw and rice. Ugali is usually served as a white stiff porridge, good for dipping in stews or making into a makeshift spoon when you eat with your hands.
• The predominant religion in Kenya is Christianity, Islam is the second-largest religion in Kenya, other faiths practised in Kenya are Baha'i, Buddhism, Hinduism and traditional religions.
• Lake Victoria is the world’s second-largest freshwater lake found in Kenya. Kenya shares Lake Victoria with Tanzania and Uganda.
• Mount Kenya National Park and Lake Turkana National park are World Heritage Sites in Kenya.
  
• The country boasts of over 110 different species of bats.
• Kenya shares its land borders with Somalia, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.
• The biggest five animals rhinos, leopards, lions, buffalo, and elephants can all be found in Kenya.
• Wildlife safari is the soul of Kenya’s tourism with safe infrastructure like buses, jeep and light aircraft are put in place for the comfort of tourists exploring the country. Tsavo is the largest national park in Kenya.
• Some of the oldest known paleontological records of history have been found in Kenya.
• Lions and Leopards are part of the landscape of the country which has made Kenya one of East Africa’s Favourite Safari destinations.
• Kenya is also a great place for cultural encounters as there are more than 40 different ethnic groups in the country.

Laos is populated with over 6.858 million people, and is home to beautiful parks,monuments and several protected areas. Laos is known as the land of a...

• The citizens of Cape Verde intending to visit Laos can obtain a visa on arrival up to 30 days of stay.
• The facility for an electronic visa is opened for Cape Verde citizens for a duration of one month.
• Cape Verde citizens must possess a passport valid for the duration of visit to Laos.
• Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A and Typhoid Fever vaccination certificate are only required for visitors.
• The associated plug type used in Laos are Type C and A and all power sockets in the country provide a standard voltage of 230V with a standard frequency of 50Hz.
• Laos uses the Indochina Time zone (GMT+7) hence, Laos is 8 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Transportation choices including bus and truck are becoming popular with travellers.
• The official language of Laos is called Lao. The widely spoken foreign language in Laos is the French Language.
• The predominant religion of Laos is Theravada Buddhism and almost all the citizens of the country are followers of the religion.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Laos is 17 hours, 2 minutes.
• Intending visitors can get to Laos from any international airport in Cape Verde. There are international airports in Sal and Santiago.
• Laos has a mostly tropical savanna climate although, Laos is vulnerable to climate change and almost all provinces in the country are at high risk from climate change.
• Lao food is traditionally sticky rice eaten with fingers. In the countryside, people all eat as a family, sitting on the floor and sharing a few dishes.
• Lao traditional food is dry, spicy and very delicious based on fish, buffalo meat, pork, poultry and especially herbs.
• The most famous Lao dish is larb, a spicy mixture of marinated meat or fish that is sometimes raw with a variable combination of herbs, greens, and spices.
• Sticky rice is a characteristic staple food and has cultural and religious significance to the Lao people.
• Some of the Laos newspapers are written in French and English language.
• The biggest tourist attraction is the Luang Prabang city which makes up a collection of golden-roofed temples, wooden houses and crumbling French provincial buildings fill the main roads of this city. 
•  The ancient Wat Xieng Thong Temple, The Mekong which is Southeast Asia’s longest river and The Plain of Jars are other attractive spots available for exploration.

Lesotho is an enclaved country in southern Africa, with a population of about 2 million people. Lesotho is a land of clear blue skies and more than 30...

• Citizens of Cape Verde are only required to apply for an electronic visa to travel to Lesotho for a period of 14 days.
• Citizens of Cape Verde are expected to provide a passport that is valid within the duration of stay.
• Visitors are required to leave at least one blank page of their passport for visa stamps upon entry.
• A Yellow Fever vaccination certification will be requested from Cape Verde citizens entering Lesotho.
• There are no restrictions on the possession of currency on entry or at the exit.
• In Lesotho, the power plugs and sockets are of type M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Lesotho uses the South Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+2) which means that Lesotho is 3 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Lesotho is 9 hours, 45 minutes.
• Transportation within Lesotho can be done either by driving or using public transport such as coaches or minibus taxis.
• Because Lesotho is a country within South Africa, its roadways are linked with those of South Africa. This also means that Lesotho has no seaports or harbours of its own.
• Lesotho adopts both the South African rand and the Lesotho loti.
• Sotho and English are the official languages of Lesotho, and the former is the national and most widely spoken language in the country.
• Christianity is more popularly practiced followed with Isam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Baha'i.
• Lesotho's food culture features potato, seafood, rice and vegetables.
• The Kingdom of Lesotho is a small landlocked country within South Africa, known for its towering mountain peaks and breathtaking vistas.
• Lesotho is also known for its nature reserves, highlands for tourist’s skiing, national park, mountains and waterfalls.

The Republic of Madagascar, has its capital as Antananarivo. It is a home to about 26,641,187 people and more than half of its wildlife is not found a...

• The citizens of Cape Verde intending to visit Madagascar can obtain a visa on arrival up to 90 days of stay.
• The facility for an electronic visa is opened for Cape Verde citizens for a duration of one month.
• Cape Verde citizens must possess a passport valid for the duration of visit to Madagascar.
• Visitors are required to leave at least three blank pages of their passport for visa stamps on entry.
• A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is needed for entry into Madagascar.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit from the country.
• Citizens bringing in pets are required to present a health certificate and certification of vaccination against animal diseases.
• Pets will be examined on arrival and may be subject to quarantine at the port of entry.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Visitors having arms and ammunition in their possession are required to provide a permit.
• It is prohibited to exchange currencies through black markets. This is because according to Madagascan rules, only banks and foreign exchange offices are permitted to exchange foreign currencies.
• Foreigners are only allowed to hold currencies up to MGA 400,000 worth on entry and at departure.
• In Madagascar, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, E, J and K. The standard voltage is 127 / 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Madagascar uses the East Africa zone (GMT+3) hence, Madagascar is 4 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Madagascar is 11 hours, 13 minutes.
• Most people use taxi-brousse (old minivans seating up to 15 people) as their main form of transportation for short and long trips in Madagascar.
• Madagascar adopts the Malagasy ariary as its official currency.
• The official languages of Madagascar are Malagasy and French.
• Romazava is considered the national dish of Madagascar, the basic ingredients are beef, pork and chicken cubes, onions, tomatoes, spinach and crushed garlic.
• The nation comprises the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands.
• Madagascar's tourist attractions include its beaches and biodiversity; the island's endemic wildlife and forests.

India is home to over a billion people, the best cuisine and the tallest mountain range in the world. 

• Nationals of Cape Verde can stay in India for a period of 90 days by applying e-visa. This e-visa costs US$80.
• Tourists are advised to have applied for the e-visa, at least four days before departure.
• Intending visitors are to present a valid passport of a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
• The import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
• Also, the importation and exportation of the local currency of India are set at a maximum of INR 25,000.
• Visitors from Cape Verde with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
• Citizens of Cape Verde must show evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in India. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
• A recent bank statement, to show that the visitor has enough money to spend while in India will be required.
• Cape Verdeans visiting India with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Cape Verde.
• Nationals of Cape Verde will not be required to present a yellow fever vaccination certificate. They are advised nevertheless to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling to India.
• Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in Cape Verde. There are international airports in Praia and Rabil.
• Tap Air Portugal, Emirates, Qatar Airways and Cabo Verde Airlines are some of the airlines that fly from Cape Verde to India.
• The estimated flight duration from Praia to New Delhi, India is 18 hours, 30 minutes and from Rabil, it is 18 hours, 35 minutes.
• The Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
• India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November. 
• Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
• India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language.  Hindi and English are however the official languages.
• Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
• The Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
• Special delicacies tourists can try while in India are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas.
• Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
• India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). India is 6 hours 30 minutes ahead of Cape Verde.
• The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type  C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.