Republic of Cabo Verde · short term business
Transit Visa
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Short transit visa for travellers passing through Cabo Verde to another country.
- Processing time
- Apply through the GOV.CV online visa route where available or through the instructed border or consular channel.
- Government fees
- GOV.CV lists a visa cost of 4,898 CVE; confirm whether the current tariff applies to the transit case before filing.
- Typical duration
- Up to 4 days, with the possibility of one extension.
- Sponsorship required
- No
- Leads to permanent residency
- No
Overview
GOV.CV lists a transit visa for citizens in transit to another country. The official page says transit travellers may remain in Cabo Verde for up to 4 days, with the possibility of a one-time extension. The general passport rule requires a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of stay.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓The traveller is in transit to another country.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
- ✓The stay in Cabo Verde is up to 4 days unless a one-time extension is granted.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
- ✓The traveller has a passport valid for at least 6 months from the stay date.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
- ✓The onward travel plan is credible and matches the transit purpose.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
Common blockers
- !The traveller intends to visit, work or reside rather than transit.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
- !No onward ticket or destination evidence.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
- !The transit stay exceeds the short transit window without an extension.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Passport valid for at least 6 months from the stay date.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
- ·Onward ticket or travel evidence to another country.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
- ·Visa or entry permission for the final destination where required.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
- ·Visa application and payment evidence where required.Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
Confirm the traveller is genuinely transiting to another country.
Build the evidence pack
Prepare passport and onward-travel evidence.
Submit through the official channel
Apply through the official GOV.CV visa channel where required.
After approval
Leave within the transit period or request the one available extension before the stay expires.
Official application links
Where to actually go next
These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.
- Official guidanceApplicantUse official Transit Visa route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Transit Visa.
Portal Unico, Government of Cabo Verde · verified
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Frequently asked questions
How long is a Cabo Verde transit visa?+
GOV.CV says transit travellers may remain in Cabo Verde for up to 4 days, with a possible one-time extension.
Can I use transit status for tourism?+
No. The route is for citizens in transit to another country; tourism should use a tourist visa or visa-exempt entry where available.
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