Eritrea to Cabo Verde visa requirements

Visa on arrival

Eritrean citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Cape Verde.

Last verified: 2026-02-05

At a glance

Max stay 30 days
Passport validity Valid passport required.
Entry type Visa on arrival
Onward ticket Recommended

What Eritrea travellers need to know

If you hold a Eritrea passport and plan to visit Cabo Verde for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa on arrival.

Eritrean citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Cape Verde.

Typical stay guidance: Standard visa validity period for tourism.

Passport rule: Valid passport required.

Visa on arrival fees and processing times may vary. Confirm requirements before travel.

Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Eritrea to Cabo Verde.

Entry requirements

  • Eritrean passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at ports of entry in Cape Verde.
  • Processing typically takes place at the airport or border crossing.

Stay

Standard visa validity period for tourism.

Visa on arrival fees and processing times may vary. Confirm requirements before travel.

How to prepare (Eritrea → Cabo Verde)

  1. 1

    Confirm Eritrea passport holders still qualify for visa on arrival in Cabo Verde.

  2. 2

    Prepare the VOA fee in the currency accepted at your arrival airport.

  3. 3

    Pack passport photos, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds.

  4. 4

    Complete any arrival card or health form before landing when available.

  5. 5

    Keep the VOA receipt with your passport for the rest of your trip.

Documents checklist

  • Valid Eritrea passport (check validity rules above)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in Cabo Verde
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently asked questions

Do Eritrea citizens need a visa for Cabo Verde?

Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Eritrea travellers need visa on arrival for tourism to Cabo Verde. Eritrean citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Cape Verde.

How long can I stay in Cabo Verde on a Eritrea passport?

Standard visa validity period for tourism.

What documents should Eritrea travellers carry to Cabo Verde?

At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.

Where can I verify Cabo Verde entry rules officially?

Start with: Eritrean passport visa-free countries; Passport Index - Eritrea. Requirements can change without notice.

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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.