Cape Verde visa requirements for Ivorians

Travel and visa requirements

Cape Verdian Visa is not required for Ivorians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Ivory Coast are exempted from travelling to Cape Verde with a visa for a variable period of 90 days provided they possess a valid passport.
  • The passport must have at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps and be valid for at least 6 months after the planned departure date from Cape Verde.
  • Visitors are expected to tender proof of Yellow Fever vaccination on arrival into the country.
  • Visitors are not permitted to import local currencies, there are no restrictions on foreign currencies provided they are declared on arrival.
  • Visitors are expected to pay an airport tax of CVE 3,400  on arrival.
  • Ivorians are required to provide proof of accommodation. This could be in the form of a confirmed hotel reservation or an invitation letter from a host.
  • They are also to provide proof of sufficient funds to sustain entire their stay in the country.
  • There are restrictions on the quantity of alcohol and tobacco brought into the country.
  • For travellers with pets, an International Veterinary Health Certificate, issued by the official veterinary authority of Ivory Coast is to be tendered.
  • The pet’s passport including the registration of a valid anti-rabies vaccination is also required.
  • The estimated flight time from Abidjan, Ivory Coast to Praia, Cape Verde is 3 hours 35 minutes.
  • Cape Verde uses the Cape Verde Standard Time (GMT-1) which makes Ivory Coast 1 hour ahead of the country. 
  • Cape Verde is characterized by a sub-tropical climate. It experiences windy season from October to mid-July an rainy season runs through August to September. However, the country receives sunshine all year round with the longest days from March to May.
  • The constitution of Cape Verde provides for freedom of religion. However, about 93% of the country’s population is Roman Catholic.
  • The official language of instruction and government is Portuguese. The unofficial language spoken by most of the nationals is the Cape Verdean Creole also known as Kabuverdianu.  
  • The official currency used in the country is the Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE). 
  • Cape Verdeans are extremely generous and hospitable people. Even the poorest take pride in presenting guests with a meal. 
  • They are also very physically demonstrative when greeting people.
  • The cheapest way to get around Cape Verde is via “aluguers”, small minibuses that  run along set routes through town. Taxis are also inexpensive.
  • Cape Verde uses type C and F power plugs and sockets. The standard voltage and frequency are 230 V and 50 Hz respectively.
  • Cachupa, stew of corn and beans is the national dish in Cape Verde. Arroz de Marisco (rice with seafood such as fish) and Caldo de peixa (boiled fish with potatoes and vegetables) are also main delicacies in the country.
  • “Bon Dia” means Good Morning and ‘Bon Tardi” means Good Afternoon
  • Praia de Santa Maria, Boa Vista Island and The Blue Eye are some of the best attractions in Cape Verde that would offer refreshing experiences to visitors. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cape Verde a safe place to visit?
Cape Verde is a relatively safe place to visit, although there are occasional cases of burglaries, mugging and other petty crimes.
What are the contact phone numbers in cases of emergency?

In cases of emergency, visitors are advised to dial the following numbers:

Hospital- 130

Fire Brigade-131

Police-132


Is there Zika Virus in Cape Verde?

Although Cape Verde has a previous history of Zika Virus transmission, there are currently no cases of Zika Virus outbreak in the country. Visitors are however advised to take protective measures against mosquito bite during the day.