Uganda to Cabo Verde visa requirements
Ugandan passport holders are listed among nationalities that must obtain a Cape Verde entry visa (and transit/stopover visa where applicable) before arrival, effective January 1, 2026.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Uganda travellers need to know
If you hold a Uganda passport and plan to visit Cabo Verde for tourism, current guidance indicates you need a visa in advance.
Ugandan passport holders are listed among nationalities that must obtain a Cape Verde entry visa (and transit/stopover visa where applicable) before arrival, effective January 1, 2026.
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.
Carry a passport that remains valid for your full stay in Cabo Verde, with blank pages for stamps where required.
Contact the nearest Cape Verde embassy/consulate for the correct visa type (entry vs transit/stopover) for your itinerary.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Uganda to Cabo Verde.
Entry requirements
- Cape Verde’s official EASE site links to a country list that includes Uganda among nationalities requiring a visa prior to arrival.
Contact the nearest Cape Verde embassy/consulate for the correct visa type (entry vs transit/stopover) for your itinerary.
How to prepare (Uganda → Cabo Verde)
- 1
Find the Cabo Verde embassy, consulate, or visa centre that serves applicants in Uganda (or your country of residence).
- 2
Book an appointment and download the current tourist-visa checklist.
- 3
Prepare passport, photos, itinerary, invitation/hotel proof, bank statements, and forms.
- 4
Submit biometrics/fees and track the application until the passport is returned.
- 5
Only buy non-refundable tickets after the visa is granted, unless your airline allows flexible holds.
Documents checklist
- Valid Uganda passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Cabo Verde
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Completed visa application form and supporting checklist documents
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Uganda citizens need a visa for Cabo Verde?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Uganda travellers need a visa in advance for tourism to Cabo Verde. Ugandan passport holders are listed among nationalities that must obtain a Cape Verde entry visa (and transit/stopover visa where applicable) before arrival, effective January 1, 2026.
How long can I stay in Cabo Verde on a Uganda passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Cabo Verde immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Uganda 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: Cape Verde EASE — entry requirements notice (effective Jan 1, 2026); Cape Verde EASE — list of countries required to obtain a visa prior to arrival (includes Uganda). Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Cape Verde EASE — entry requirements notice (effective Jan 1, 2026)
- Cape Verde EASE — list of countries required to obtain a visa prior to arrival (includes Uganda)
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.