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Cape Verde

Atlantic islands, kitesurfing and a "no stress" vibe.

Capital
Praia (Santiago island)
Currency
Escudo (CVE) — euros accepted
Flight from Mexico
From Mexico (varies)
Time difference
GMT−1 (−2h vs Cameroon)

Cape Verde seen from Mexico: Atlantic islands, kitesurfing and a "no stress" vibe. Entry formalities, real budget, best seasons and what to do — tailored to a Mexican passport.

In pictures

Formalities

The visa, step by step

Hard visa
Allowed stay
Per visa granted
Cost
Consular fee (varies)
Processing
Several days to weeks

How to apply

Consular visa required before departure — plan well ahead (appointment, proof of funds, accommodation, itinerary).

Required documents

  • Passport valid 6 months
  • Visa application form
  • Passport photos
  • Return ticket
  • Proof of accommodation & funds
  • Yellow fever certificate

Good to know

  • •Requirements and fees vary by consulate; check the official source before applying.
How much it costs

A one-week budget

Backpacker
231 000 FCFA
/ week, excl. flight
Comfort
687 000 FCFA
/ week, excl. flight

Round-trip flight from Douala / Yaoundé

420 000 FCFA–780 000 FCFA

Flights from Mexico (Air France, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Brussels Airlines…), depending on the destination.

Indicative round-trip price: it varies widely by season, layover and how early you book.

Where the money goes (backpacker estimate)

🏨150 000 FCFA
🍽️78 000 FCFA
🚕48 000 FCFA
🎟️90 000 FCFA
Hostel
10 800 FCFA–24 000 FCFA
Mid-range
33 000 FCFA–66 000 FCFA
Nice hotel
108 000 FCFA–246 000 FCFA
Tailored

Budget simulator

Comfort level
Estimated total budget
651 000 FCFA
Must-sees

What to do there

1

Santa Maria (Sal)

Beach and fishermen's pier.

2

Pedra de Lume

Float in the salt crater.

3

Kite Beach

Kitesurfing and windsurfing (Dec-April).

4

Buracona "Blue Eye"

Volcanic pools.

5

Shark Bay

Boat trip with lemon sharks and turtles.

6

Cidade Velha (Santiago)

First colonial town (UNESCO).

7

Fogo volcano

Hike to the summit (2,829m).

Itinerary

One week, day by day

  1. D1

    Arrival in Sal, check in at Santa Maria, sunset.

  2. D2

    Beach day + pier and fish market.

  3. D3

    North of Sal: Pedra de Lume, Buracona, Espargos.

  4. D4

    Boat trip (turtles/sharks) or kitesurfing.

  5. D5

    Flight to Praia, Plateau and Sucupira market.

  6. D6

    Cidade Velha: fortress, UNESCO history + beach.

  7. D7

    Souvenirs (grogue, coffee) and return.

✓

Travel checklist

A printable list (or save as PDF) so you forget nothing.

Travel checklist — Cap-Vert

Before you leave

What to pack

Visa sources: en.wikipedia.org

Indicative data (June 2026), reliability moyenne. Visa rules, prices and timelines change: always confirm with official sources before booking.

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