Cidade Velha
UNESCO World Heritage Site with colonial architecture.
~2 h ~US$10
Arriving in Cape Verde
Main airports
- Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID)Espargos
- Aristides Pereira International Airport (BVC)Rabil
- Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)Praia
- Cesaria Evora International Airport (VXE)São Pedro
Getting online on arrival
- Install your Cape Verde eSIM at home over Wi-Fi: iPhone or Android steps.
- When you arrive in Cape Verde, turn on the eSIM line and data roaming for it.
- Networks listed on our Cape Verde plans: CVMOVEL (4G).
- Cape Verde plans currently start at $24.25, for 500MB/day over 1 day. Compare all 11 plans.
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Landing late or with kids? Pre-book an airport transfer
Useful facts
- Population
- 555,988 (2020)
- Time zone
- UTC-01:00
- Plug types
- C and F
Sources: Wikidata and OurAirports open data, checked 29 October 2026.
Entry Requirements
Visa Overview
Tourists From Many Countries Can Enter Visa-free For Up To 30 Days.
Passport Validity
6 Months
Digital Forms
Cash Declaration Limit
$10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits
1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes
Safety & Security
Safety Rating
Medium
Travel Advisory
No advice against travel
Pickpocketing Risk
Medium
Night Safety
Caution
Common Scams
- Overcharging in markets
- Fake taxi drivers
Health & Medical
Emergency Numbers
Police 132 · Ambulance 130 · Fire 131
Response Speed
Fair
English-Speaking Doctors
Common
Pharmacy
Limited Hours
Upfront Payment
Required
Getting Around
Public Transport
Fair
Navigation Apps
Google Maps
Night Transport Safety
Caution
Money & Payments
Cash vs Card
Mixed
Mobile Payments
Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability
Medium
Tipping
10% In Restaurants Is Common.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $45
Tourist: $120
Family: $300
Culture & Etiquette
Dress Code
Dress Modestly In Religious Sites.
Public Affection
Frowned Upon In Rural Areas.
Alcohol/Drug Policy
Moderate; Drugs Are Illegal.
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsReligion
Essential Phrases
Basics & Politeness
Hello
Olá
Oh-lah
Goodbye
Adeus
Ah-deh-oos
Please
Por favor
Por fah-vor
Thank you
Obrigado/Obrigada
Oh-bree-gah-do/Oh-bree-gah-dah
Sorry
Desculpe
Deh-skool-peh
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Você fala inglês?
Vo-seh fah-lah een-glez?
I don’t understand
Eu não entendo
Eh-oo now en-ten-do
Can you speak slowly, please?
Pode falar devagar, por favor?
Poh-deh fah-lar deh-vah-gar, por fah-vor?
Can you help me, please?
Pode me ajudar, por favor?
Poh-deh mee ah-zhoo-dar, por fah-vor?
What does this mean?
O que isso significa?
O kee ee-soh sig-nee-fee-kah?
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Praia de Prainha
A beautiful beach known for its clear waters and scenic views.
~3 h Free entry
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Mindelo Marina
A popular spot for leisure and dining.
~1 h Free entry
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Praia de Santa Maria
A beautiful beach known for its clear waters and white sand.
~3 h Free entry
City guide Santa Maria
Tarrafal Beach
A beautiful beach known for its clear waters and scenic views.
~3 h Free entry
City guide Tarrafal
Praia de Estoril
A beautiful beach known for its clear waters and relaxation.
~3 h Free entry
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