🧐 Digital nomad visa
✨ Extendable
✅ Official DN program
Cabo Verde Digital Nomad Visa
A cleaner path to stay longer, work remotely, and build a life around freedom, not office walls.
Updated:
Duration
365 days
Required income
$ 1 500
Program cost
$ 45
Processing
15–45 days
This visa is strictly for remote workers. Local employment is prohibited and may result in deportation. You remain responsible for tax obligations in your home country. Comprehensive is mandatory. Overstaying or violating visa conditions can lead to fines, bans and affect future applications. Always verify the latest rules directly with official sources before travel.
Imagine waking up to the sound of Atlantic waves, brewing your morning coffee on a sun-drenched terrace overlooking volcanic peaks and golden beaches of Sal or São Vicente. The Cabo Verde Digital Nomad Visa grants you the freedom to work remotely from this stunning archipelago with its eternal summer climate, reliable high-speed internet in key islands, and an emerging vibrant nomad community. Affordable living costs, fresh seafood markets, colorful Carnivals and friendly locals make it an inspiring base for digital professionals seeking both productivity and adventure.
Official program link:
https://www.caboverde.gov.cv/en/digital-nomad-visa
✔ List of required documents to obtain Digital nomad visa
- Passport size photo of the candidate(s)
- Passport bio page of the candidate
- Proof of income and means of subsistence (account statement of the last 6 months or copy of last 3 monthly salary receipts)
- Individual health and travel insurance or family package
- Copy of booking accommodation
📋 How to apply
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Verify Eligibility
Confirm you meet the minimum income requirement of 1,500 EUR/month and work 100% remotely. -
Gather Documents
Prepare all required documents including proof of income, and clean criminal record. -
Submit Application
Apply online via the official Cabo Verde immigration portal or through a Portuguese consulate/embassy. -
Pay Fee & Biometrics
Pay the 45 EUR fee and provide biometrics if required by the embassy. -
Receive Approval
Wait for approval (typically 15-45 days) and receive your e-visa or visa sticker. -
Travel & Register
Enter Cabo Verde within 90 days of approval and register with local immigration within 30 days of arrival.
✅ Approval tips
- Provide clear, consistent bank statements and tax returns showing stable remote income above the threshold
- Include a detailed letter explaining your remote work setup and why you chose Cabo Verde
- Purchase comprehensive from a recognized international provider before applying
- Ensure all documents are translated into English or Portuguese if not originally in these languages
- Apply well in advance of your planned travel date
❌ Common rejection reasons
- Insufficient or unverifiable proof of monthly income below 1,500 EUR
- Incomplete documentation or missing apostille/legalization where required
- Criminal record or previous immigration violations
- Lack of valid comprehensive covering the full period
- Evidence of intent to work locally instead of remotely
💸 Tax information
Effective tax rate: 0–12%
Foreign-sourced income is generally not taxed for the first 12 months if you maintain non-tax-resident status. After that, progressive income tax from 0% to 35% may apply on worldwide income if tax residency is established. No specific DN tax regime exists yet.
❓ FAQ
The program requires a minimum sustainable remote income of 1,500 EUR per month. This must be proven with bank statements, contracts, and tax documents for the previous three months.
Yes, spouses, children under 18, and in some cases parents can apply as dependents. Each family member needs separate proof of additional funds (approximately 500 EUR per dependent per month).
The initial visa is granted for up to 12 months and is extendable for another 12 months. After 24 months of legal residence you may qualify for a permanent residency application.
Foreign income is typically not taxed during the first year if you do not become a tax resident. However, you should consult a tax advisor as rules may change and your home country tax obligations remain.
Yes, you may change employers or clients as long as you continue to work remotely and maintain the minimum required monthly income of 1,500 EUR.
You must provide proof of comprehensive international that covers medical emergencies, hospitalization, and repatriation for the entire duration of your stay in Cabo Verde.
Reliable fiber internet (50-300 Mbps) is available in Sal, Boa Vista, Santiago, and São Vicente. More remote islands have slower connections, so nomads usually base themselves on the main islands.
🔗 Official sources
- Government of Cabo Verde - Immigration Portal (2026-04-15)
- Cabo Verde Tourism Board - Nomad Guide (2026-05-22)