Cape Verde visa requirements for Eritreans

Travel and visa requirements

Cape Verdian Visa is not required for Eritreans

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Cape Verde is a country located in the Northwest of Africa and formerly named the Republic of Cabo Verde with its main city at Praia.
  • The country gradually became an important commercial center and stopover for shipping routes.
  • Eritrea Citizens traveling to Cape Verde can get a visa on their arrival to the country.
  • The currency spent in the country is the Cape Verdean dollar (symbol: $).
  • The official language spoken in Cape Verde is Portuguese.
  • According to the WHO, the vaccinations needed before entering Cape Verde include hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, polio, measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Visitors from Eritrea are allowed up to the equivalent of CVE 20,000. Any amount exceeding this must be declared on arrival.
  • There is a free import of up to 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 grams of tobacco or an assortment of tobacco products and no restrictions to export.
  • The country's subtropical climate is characterized by the windy season that lasts from October to mid-July and the rainy season from August to September which makes traveling pleasant.
  • The best time to visit Cape Verde is from February to June when they experience longer and sunny days due to the temperature around the period, which is 23 degrees Celsius.
  • The power plug type used in Cape Verde is 230V, 50Hz sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • A significant percentage of the population of Cape Verde is nominally Roman Catholic.
  • Tourist centers to visit in Cape Verde are Santa Maria Beach, Chaves Beach, Pedra do Lume Salt Crater, Natural pool, Bucarona, among others.
  • The distance between Eritrea and Cape Verde by flight is 8 hours 32 mins.
  • The airline carriers in Cape Verde are Binter Canarias, Cabo Verde Express, Luxair, Meridiana, TAP Portugal, Royal Air Maroc, Transavia and Vueling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cape Verde best known for?

Cape Verde is famous for its warm tropical climate, volcanic islands, wonderful musicians, and delicious cuisine.

How much can I get a Cape Verde visa?

You can purchase a tourist visa on arrival for €25 per person at the airport. Payment should be made in euros as most other currencies will not be accepted.

Is there a direct flight from Eritrea to Cape Verde?

No, there is no direct flight from Eritrea to Cape Verde.

Is there malaria in Cape Verde?

The country carries low risk of malaria aside from the islands of Boavista and Sao Tiago.