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CubaCape Verde: Visa on arrival

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Do Cuba passport holders need a visa for Cape Verde?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. Cuba passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Cape Verde.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

Source: gov.cv (checked September 4, 2026).

    RequirementVisa on arrival
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-21
    Distance6,215 km, straight line (~7h 49m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Cape Verde153 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Cape Verde passport holders visiting Cuba: e-Visa.

Other visa-free destinations for Cuba passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Cuba passport holders need a visa for Cape Verde?

A visa is not required in advance. Cuba passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Cape Verde.

How far is Cape Verde from Cuba?

About 6,215 km in a straight line, roughly ~7h 49m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Cape Verde?

Cape Verdean escudo (CVE).

What is the emergency number in Cape Verde?

130 / 131 / 132.

What time zone is Cape Verde in?

Cape Verde (UTC-1).

What is the nearest airport to Praia?

Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI), about 3 km away.

How many countries can enter Cape Verde without a visa?

153 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Cape Verde visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.