Cape Verde Visa RequirementsFor Spain passport holders
Cape Verde allows Spanish passport holders to enter without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. Cape Verde is a popular Atlantic island destination for Spanish tourists, just 4-5 hours by flight from mainland Spain.
Great news! Spain passport holders can enter Cape Verde without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 30 days.
No visa required. Spanish passport with at least 6 months validity needed. Entry via Amílcar Cabral International Airport (Sal island) or Nelson Mandela International Airport (Santiago island, Praia). Register with local authorities within 8 days of arrival.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
1 blank page required
Multiple Entry
Allowed
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Entry Conditions
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity, completed EASE pre-registration with payment, return ticket, and proof of accommodation.
Fines and potential complications when departing.
Current Travel Situation
Spain to Cape Verde: What You Need to Know
Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) is a Portuguese-speaking Atlantic archipelago off the west coast of Africa. It is a stable democracy popular for sun tourism (Sal and Boa Vista) and windsurfing (Sal). The islands blend African, Portuguese, and Brazilian influences.
How to Get There
Direct charter and scheduled flights from Madrid and Barcelona serve Sal and Praia. TAP (Lisbon hub) and TACV (Cape Verde Airlines) connect the islands. Inter-island ferry services connect all the main islands.
Money & Banking
Cape Verde uses the Cape Verdean escudo (CVE), pegged to the euro. Euros are sometimes accepted in tourist areas. ATMs in Sal, Praia, and Sao Vicente. Cards at hotels. Cash essential on smaller islands.
Practical Tips
Sal and Boa Vista offer package holiday beach experiences with warm year-round sun. Santiago (Praia) is the cultural capital with excellent music scene (morna music). Santo Antao island is famous for dramatic hiking. Sao Vicente (Mindelo) has a vibrant festival scene.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EASE registration for Cape Verde?
EASE (Entrada e Saída) is a mandatory online registration system for all travelers to Cape Verde. You must register at ease.gov.cv before departure and pay approximately €32 (airport security tax). The process is straightforward and provides a QR code that you present at check-in and immigration. Complete this at least 5 days before travel.
Which Cape Verde islands should I visit?
Sal and Boa Vista are the main beach destinations with all-inclusive resorts, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. Santiago has the capital Praia and African cultural influence. Santo Antão is spectacular for hiking with dramatic mountains and valleys. São Vicente has the cultural capital Mindelo with music and nightlife. Fogo has an active volcano for adventurous trekking.
Is Cape Verde good for water sports?
Cape Verde is excellent for water sports. Sal and Boa Vista are world-class for windsurfing and kitesurfing with consistent trade winds (especially November-April). Santa Maria on Sal has calm waters for beginners. Surfing is popular on several islands. Diving offers visibility up to 30m and encounters with manta rays, turtles, and reef sharks.
What is morna music?
Morna is Cape Verde's most famous music genre, characterized by melancholic melodies and poetic lyrics about longing, love, and the sea. Similar to Portuguese fado, it reflects the saudade (nostalgia) of island life and emigration. Cesária Évora popularized morna worldwide with songs like "Sodade." Live morna performances are common in Mindelo bars and restaurants.
How do I travel between the Cape Verde islands?
Inter-island travel is by domestic flights (TACV/Binter) or ferry. Flights are quick (15-60 minutes) but can be expensive and subject to cancellation. Ferries operated by Armas and CV Interilhas connect most islands but take longer and can be rough. Book flights in advance during peak season. The Sal-Boa Vista ferry is the most scenic and practical route.