Cape Verde visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Cape Verdian Visa is not required for Ghanaians

Stay Duration: 21 days

Entry Requirements

  • No visa is required by Ghanaian passport holders to visit Cape Verde. 
  • Children under 16 years have to be accompanied by a parent/ guardian.
  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of your departure to Cape Verde.
  • Before entry into Cape Verde, you must have a proof of return flight, and proof of reservation of accommodation.
  • To extend your visa, you will need a valid passport with current visa, passport photo and usually also proof of where you are staying. 
  • If you overstay your visa, you would have to pay a fine, which usually cost up to a few hundred euros. 
  • Ghanaians visiting Cape Verde with pests must have a certificate of vaccination and must obtain an import license from the embassy or the high commission.
  • Ghanaians visiting Cape Verde should check for Yellow fever, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Polio, Rabies, Tetanus / Diphtheria vaccines.
  • Direct flights are available from Kotoka International Airport in Accra, Ghana to Sal, Cape Verde and may last for up to 10 - 11 hours long.
  • Christianity is the most widely practiced religion in Cape Verde, with Roman Catholics having the most adherents.
  • Because the time zone currently used in Cape Verde is the Cape Verde Standard Time (GMT-1), Ghana is one hour ahead of Cape Verde.
  • Getting around in Cape Verde is possible through the various public means of transportation including domestic flights, ferries, local buses, and car rentals.
  • Cape Verde uses two plug types: C and F. Plug "Type C" is the plug which has two round pins and "Type F" is the plug which has two round pins with two earth clips on the side. Cape Verde operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
  • The climate in Cape Verde is arid and tropical, with two seasons:  a moderate season (December–June, with an average seawater temperature of 22°–23°C) and a warm season (26°–27°C).
  • The best time to visit Cape Verde is between November and June because at this time of year you can make the most of the white-sand beaches the islands are known for. The temperatures sit around the mid-to-high twenties, and there's hardly any rain.
  • Although Portuguese is the official language of Cape Verde, Creole is also spoken by most of the inhabitants and others including English, French, German, Spanish.
  • Visitors might want to pick up some basic Portuguese phrases to help them navigate communications in rural spaces.
  • Visitors taking pictures are advised to be respectful and conscious of their environment while at it. Photo subjects or their guardians might need to be tipped in some cases.

Frequently Asked Questions


How long does it take to fly from Ghana to Cape Verde?

It takes about 2.87 hours to fly from Ghana to Cape Verde. Direct flights are available from the Kotoka International Airport Accra, Ghana to Cape Verde.


Do you require a visa to visit Cape Verde?

Ghanaian passport holders do not require a visa to visit Cape Verde. Ghanaians require a passport with six months of validity and with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure from Cape Verde.

Isaiah Kwame Boateng

3 years ago

what if the person hasn't travel before but has a valid passport?

Isaiah Kwame Boateng

3 years ago

what if the person hasn't travel before but has a valid passport?


Do you need any vaccinations to visit Cape Verde?

You can get typhoid through contaminated food or water in Cape Verde. CDC recommends typhoid vaccine for most travelers.


Is Cape Verde safe to visit?

Although Cape Verde remains a peaceful and safe place with a very low incidence of crime, theft has increased as a direct consequence of tourism. 


Best time to visit Cape Verde?

The best time to visit Cape Verde is between November and June – at this time of year, you can make the most of the white-sand beaches the islands are known for. The temperatures sit around the mid-to-high twenties, and there's hardly any rain.


Air fare from Ghana to cape verde?
Lamuel Abban

2 years ago

The price of the ticket from Ghana to cape verde


Hello am a Ghanaian but am a resident of tunisia do I need a visa to visit Cape Verde? Thanks .?

I want to see the streets of cape verd?

Can you carry huge sums of money on you as a tourist??

So does it mean that has a Ghanaian do I have to get a visa to travel to Cape Verde?