This page was last updated on 03 November, 2021.
At a Glance
Most travelers from United States are allowed to enter Cape Verde, but there are restrictions.
Source: UK Government – Cape Verde
Cape Verde: Open for Travel
Travel is allowed with restrictions
Travelers are allowed to enter Cape Verde by air or by sea. Please check the documentation, quarantine and/or testing requirements before traveling.
Source: UK Government – Cape Verde
Quarantine-Free
No quarantine required
Travelers are not required to quarantine on arrival in Cape Verde.
Source: US Embassy for Cape Verde
COVID-19 test not required
No proof of negative COVID-19 test required for vaccinated travelers
Vaccinated travelers are not required to have a negative COVID-19 test result before traveling to Cape Verde.
Source: US Embassy for Cape Verde
Masks are required
Masks are mandatory in public
Travelers aged 10 years and older must wear masks in all public spaces, including on public roads.
Source: US Embassy for Cape Verde
Other Things to Take Note Of
Health screening on arrival
Temperature screening is required for all travelers on arrival in Cape Verde.
Source: UK Government – Cape Verde
Required Documents for your Trip
Mandatory proof of vaccination
Fully vaccinated travelers are required to present a valid vaccination certificate.
Details and Exemptions:Travelers arriving from the United Kingdom will need a paper version of proof of recovery or vaccination (digital NHS Card is not accepted).
Source: US Embassy for Cape Verde
Mandatory health pass for public activity
Travelers are required to present a health pass before checking in to hotels and other tourist accommodations and when participating in a large sporting, cultural, recreational, and social gathering.
The health pass consists of one of the following:
-Proof of vaccination;
-Proof of a COVID-19 negative test;
-Proof of recovery from COVID-19.
Details and Exemptions:This requirement does not apply to:
-Travelers under the age of 18 accompanied by their parents.
Source: US Embassy for Cape Verde
Mandatory health declaration form
All travelers are required to fill out an international health form online before departure to Cape Verde.
Source: UK Government – Cape Verde
Document: Complete online
Mandatory pre-registration form
Travelers must fill the pre-registration form online, preferably 5 days before travel to Cape Verde.
Details and Exemptions:This requirement does not apply to:
-Travelers under the age of 2;
-Travelers who are residents in Cape Verde.
Source: UK Government – Cape Verde
Document: Complete online
