Cape Verde Visa for Dutch Citizens
Dutch Citizens do not need a visa for Cape Verde. Entry is visa-free for up to 30 days, and the only formality is the airport security tax that every air arrival pays regardless of nationality: 3,400 escudos, about 34 US dollars, registered and paid through the EASE portal. Flights arrive at Sal and Boa Vista. National identity cards are accepted for entry as well as passports. Rotterdam holds one of Europe's largest Cape Verdean communities, which is why the Amsterdam route is unusually well served for a country of half a million people. Dutch identity cards are accepted for entry as well as passports.
Visa At a Glance
- Visa Type
- Visa-free entry
- Best Option
- No visa needed; register on EASE and pay the security tax
- Cost
- $34
- Processing
- 0-0 days
- Validity
- 30 days
- Entries
- Multiple within the permitted stay
Requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for Cape Verde?
No. Dutch Citizens enter visa-free for up to 30 days. The only requirement is EASE registration and the airport security tax of 3,400 escudos, about 34 US dollars, which applies to every air arrival whatever their nationality.
How long can Dutch citizens stay in Cape Verde?
Up to 30 days without a visa. Extensions of a similar length can be requested from immigration in Praia, Mindelo, Espargos or Sal Rei before the initial period runs out. Our Cape Verde visa page covers the extension process.
How do Dutch travellers get to Cape Verde?
TUI and Corendon run seasonal direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Sal and Boa Vista, around six hours. TAP through Lisbon runs year-round to Praia and Sao Vicente.
Is there a Cape Verde embassy to deal with?
The Cape Verde embassy in The Hague covers the Netherlands, with a consulate in Rotterdam.
What still has to be done before flying?
Register on the EASE portal and pay the security tax, ideally several days ahead rather than on the day. Keep the confirmation available offline: it is checked at departure and again on arrival.
Visa Requirements for Dutch Citizens in Other Countries
Planning a multi-country trip? Check the requirements for your other destinations.