🔑 How to enter Cabo Verde from France

To enter Cabo Verde, citizens of France need to follow several steps.

ℹ️ Please note that immigration authorities may request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation bookings, etc.).

• Before traveling to Cabo Verde, ensure your France passport is valid. It must be valid for at least 6 months after entry into Cabo Verde and have at least one blank page for the stamp.
• Present your France passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
• Obtain an entry stamp (or visa if required on arrival).

✅ Requirements for citizens of France when visiting Cabo Verde visa-free.

• Citizens of France must present a valid passport. It must remain valid for the entire stay in Cabo Verde and contain at least one blank page for an entry stamp.
• Citizens of France are advised to purchase travel medical insurance, as access to healthcare in Cabo Verde is typically provided on a commercial basis.

🏢 List of embassies and consulates of Cabo Verde in France

Embassy in Paris

Consulate General in Marseille

Consulate General in Paris

All embassies of Cabo Verde 👉

❓ FAQ

• Do citizens of France need a visa to visit Cabo Verde?

  Citizens of France do not need a visa to visit Cabo Verde.

• What happens if a citizen of France stays in Cabo Verde longer than the allowed visa-free period?

  Overstaying the visa-free period in Cabo Verde may result in a fine and, in serious cases, an entry ban. Leave the country before your authorized stay ends or legally extend it if possible.

• Do citizens of France need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Cabo Verde visa-free?

  Immigration authorities of Cabo Verde may request proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket upon entry. It's recommended to carry these documents while traveling.

• What documents do citizens of France need to enter Cabo Verde visa-free?

  Citizens of France must have a valid passport with at least six months validity remaining, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds for their stay in Cabo Verde.

• Can a citizen of France work or study during a visa-free stay in Cabo Verde?

  Visa-free stays in Cabo Verde are usually for tourism only. To work or study in Cabo Verde citizens of France generally need a specific visa; such activities are not allowed under a tourist status.