Cape Verde
Atlantic winds shape Cape Verde’s island rhythms, where Portuguese and Creole voices mingle from Praia to Mindelo.
Overview
Cape Verde’s volcanic islands offer a patchwork of landscapes and cultures—each with its own tempo, from Mindelo’s music scene to the beaches of Sal and the green valleys of Santo Antao. Diaspora ties and inter-island logistics are woven into daily routines, and the blend of Portuguese and Creole is ever-present.
At a glance
Language
- Portuguese(Official)
Population555,988
CurrencyCape Verdean Escudo (CVE)
1 CVE = 0.0106 USD
1 USD = 94.6285 CVE
Popular places
Cape Verde
Cost of living
Numbeo publishes these source indexes relative to New York City.
Cost of LivingPotentially much less expensiveSource category: All | 2026
RentPotentially much less expensiveSource category: Rent | 2026
GroceriesPotentially less expensiveSource category: Grocery | 2026
RestaurantPotentially much less expensiveSource category: Restaurant | 2026
Local Purchasing PowerMuch weaker local purchasing powerSource category: Purchasing Power | 2026
Sources
- Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Quality of life
Quality of Life IndexStrongSource category: Quality Of Life | 2026 | Overall quality of life index
Healthcare IndexGenerally favorableSource category: Healthcare | 2026 | Healthcare quality index (100 = best healthcare)
Crime IndexModerateSource category: Crime | 2026 | Crime index (100 = highest crime)
Safety IndexMixedSource category: Safety | 2026 | Safety index (100 = safest)
Pollution IndexHighSource category: Pollution | 2026 | Pollution index (100 = most polluted)
Traffic IndexElevatedSource category: Traffic | 2026 | Overall traffic index (considers time + inefficiency + CO2)
Sources
- Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Entry requirements
Visa and residency reference data is available for Tourist / Visa Waiver.
Tourist / Visa Waiver
- EASE Traveller Pre-registration
Cabo Verde EASE traveller pre-registration route for border entry processing. The source also states that selected nationals must obtain an entry, transit, or stopover visa before arrival from 2026.
Sources
Languages
- Portuguese(Official)
Sources
- Country language reference
Safety
3 source-backed travel advisories are available for Cape Verde.
Canada
Exercise a high degree of caution
Advisory effective · Verified
Exercise a high degree of caution in Cabo Verde due to crime.
United Kingdom
No destination-wide FCDO travel warning
Advisory effective · Verified
FCDO travel advice currently has no destination-wide warning for Cabo Verde. Review the full FCDO travel advice before travelling, including safety, entry, health, and insurance guidance.
United States
Level 1Exercise Normal Precautions
Advisory effective · Verified
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise normal precautions in Cabo Verde. Advisory Summary Cabo Verde is generally a safe destination for travelers. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Level 2 - Exercise Increased Caution - Praia There is an increased risk of crime in Praia. This includes petty crime like pickpocketing or purse snatching, as well as violent crime like mugging, armed robbery, or assault. If you decide to travel to Cabo Verde: Review our information on Crime Abroad and for Victims of Crime. Do not physically resist any robbery attempt. Use caution when walking or driving at night. Be aware of your surroundings. Do not display signs of wealth, such as expensive watches or jewelry. Do
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