About the Cape Verde Digital Nomad Visa
Cape Verde offers the Remote Working Program (Cabo Verde) for non-resident remote workers and self-employed professionals. The program lets eligible applicants live in Cape Verde for 6 months, renewable once for an additional 6 months (maximum 12 months total). while working remotely for clients or employers based outside the country.
Applicants typically need to demonstrate stable monthly income of at least EUR1,500 per month, valid health insurance, and a clean criminal record. It is renewable, allowing nomads to extend their stay.
Tax-wise, Cape Verde treats digital nomad visa holders distinctly from local residents — see the Taxes section below for the full picture.
Requirements & Eligibility
Income
Average bank balance of at least €1,500/month for the 6 months preceding application (individual). €2,700/month for families with dependents.
Documents needed
- Scanned copy of passport main page (valid for 6+ months beyond intended stay)
- Passport-size photo (51×51 mm, head 25–35 mm)
- Proof of remote work (employment contract or freelance contracts with non-Cape Verde clients)
- Bank statements for 6 months showing average balance of at least €1,500/month (individual) or €2,700/month (family)
- Health insurance with emergency evacuation and body transportation coverage
- Criminal background check from country of residence
- Proof of accommodation in Cape Verde
- Evidence of nationality eligibility (European, North American, CPLP, or ECOWAS country passport).
How to Apply for the Cape Verde DNV
Processing time: Approximately 2 weeks from online application submission
- 1Confirm eligibility (self-employed or employed by non-Cape Verde entity; citizen of Europe, North America, CPLP, or ECOWAS; average bank balance €1,500+/month for 6 months).
- 2Gather required documents.
- 3Complete the online application through the Cape Verde Remote Working Program portal (visit-caboverde.com).
- 4Pay the €20 application fee by credit card.
- 5Wait approximately 2 weeks for approval email with next steps.
- 6Travel to Cape Verde — do NOT travel before official visa approval.
- 7Pay €34 airport entry fee upon arrival.
- 8Within 30 days of entry, officially obtain digital nomad visa and extend stay; contact the Remote Working Program for delivery.
Application fees: Online application fee: €20 per person. Airport entry fee paid upon arrival: €34 per person. Total: approximately €54 per person.
Official sourceVisa Duration & Renewal
Initial duration: 6 months, renewable once for an additional 6 months (maximum 12 months total).
Renewal: Yes — the Remote Working Program (Cabo Verde) can be renewed beyond the initial period.
Taxes for Digital Nomads in Cape Verde
No income tax on foreign-sourced earnings. Digital nomads under the Remote Working Program are not considered tax residents of Cape Verde and are exempt from local income tax on foreign earnings.