Cabo Verde to Kenya visa requirements
Cabo Verde passport holders are listed by Kenya's Department of Immigration and Citizenship as exempt from visa requirements for tourism purposes.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Cabo Verde travellers need to know
If you hold a Cabo Verde passport and plan to visit Kenya for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.
Cabo Verde passport holders are listed by Kenya's Department of Immigration and Citizenship as exempt from visa requirements for tourism purposes.
Plan your trip around a stay of about the period shown on your visa or entry stamp, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.
Passport rule: Passport/travel document valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if your journey starts in or passes through a yellow fever risk area.
Visa exemption status can change without notice; always confirm with Kenyan immigration authorities before travel. Different rules may apply for work/study/long stays.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Cabo Verde to Kenya.
Entry requirements
- Kenya's Department of Immigration publishes a list of countries whose nationals do not require visas for entry; Cabo Verde is included in this exempt list.
- Even when visa-exempt, normal entry conditions still apply (passport validity, onward ticket, funds, and health rules where applicable).
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if your journey starts in or passes through a yellow fever risk area.
Visa exemption status can change without notice; always confirm with Kenyan immigration authorities before travel. Different rules may apply for work/study/long stays.
How to prepare (Cabo Verde → Kenya)
- 1
Confirm Kenya still lists Cabo Verde as visa-free for your travel dates.
- 2
Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.
- 3
Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.
- 4
Carry proof of funds for your stay in Kenya.
- 5
Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.
Documents checklist
- Valid Cabo Verde passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Kenya
- Proof of funds: Sufficient funds/proof of financial means for day-to-day expenses during the stay.
- Onward travel: Valid return/onward ticket if travelling by air (or as required by authorities/airline).
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Cabo Verde citizens need a visa for Kenya?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Cabo Verde travellers need visa-free for tourism to Kenya. Cabo Verde passport holders are listed by Kenya's Department of Immigration and Citizenship as exempt from visa requirements for tourism purposes.
How long can I stay in Kenya on a Cabo Verde passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Kenya immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Cabo Verde travellers carry to Kenya?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if your journey starts in or passes through a yellow fever risk area.
Where can I verify Kenya entry rules officially?
Start with: Kenya Department of Immigration — Who requires a visa to enter Kenya? (visa-exempt countries list); Kenya eTA — Exempt from eTA (East African Partner States). Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Kenya Department of Immigration — Who requires a visa to enter Kenya? (visa-exempt countries list)
- Kenya eTA — Exempt from eTA (East African Partner States)
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.