Somalia to Cabo Verde visa requirements
Somali passport holders can obtain a Cabo Verde visa on arrival for tourism, allowing stays up to 90 days; pre-registration through the EASE platform may be required.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
What Somalia travellers need to know
If you hold a Somalia passport and plan to visit Cabo Verde for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa on arrival.
Somali passport holders can obtain a Cabo Verde visa on arrival for tourism, allowing stays up to 90 days; pre-registration through the EASE platform may be required.
Typical stay guidance: Visa on arrival permits up to 90 days for tourism.
Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
Pre-registration through EASE platform and payment of airport security fee may be required before arrival. Always confirm current procedures with Cabo Verde authorities.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Somalia to Cabo Verde.
Entry requirements
- Cabo Verde grants visa on arrival for Somali citizens for tourism; maximum stay is 90 days.
- Pre-registration through the EASE (Electronic Authorisation and Surveillance of Emigration) platform and payment of the airport security fee may be required before arrival.
- At the border you may be asked for: valid passport (6+ months), return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds.
- Cabo Verde Consular Portal and EASE publish the list of nationalities; Somalia is not among those requiring a visa in advance.
Stay
Visa on arrival permits up to 90 days for tourism.
Pre-registration through EASE platform and payment of airport security fee may be required before arrival. Always confirm current procedures with Cabo Verde authorities.
How to prepare (Somalia → Cabo Verde)
- 1
Confirm Somalia passport holders still qualify for visa on arrival in Cabo Verde.
- 2
Prepare the VOA fee in the currency accepted at your arrival airport.
- 3
Pack passport photos, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds.
- 4
Complete any arrival card or health form before landing when available.
- 5
Keep the VOA receipt with your passport for the rest of your trip.
Documents checklist
- Valid Somalia passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Cabo Verde
- Proof of funds: Proof of sufficient funds for the stay may be requested.
- Onward travel: Return or onward ticket may be required.
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Somalia citizens need a visa for Cabo Verde?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-03-11), Somalia travellers need visa on arrival for tourism to Cabo Verde. Somali passport holders can obtain a Cabo Verde visa on arrival for tourism, allowing stays up to 90 days; pre-registration through the EASE platform may be required.
How long can I stay in Cabo Verde on a Somalia passport?
Visa on arrival permits up to 90 days for tourism.
What documents should Somalia 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: Cabo Verde EASE (official) — Electronic Authorisation; Cabo Verde EASE (official) — List of countries requiring a visa (PDF); Cabo Verde Consular Portal — Visas. Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Cabo Verde EASE (official) — Electronic Authorisation
- Cabo Verde EASE (official) — List of countries requiring a visa (PDF)
- Cabo Verde Consular Portal — Visas
- UK Government travel advice — Cape Verde entry requirements
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.