Cape Verde EASE
Use Cape Verde EASE to pre-register your arrival and pay the TSA — complete online before travel for faster check-in and immigration clearance.
What Is Cape Verde EASE?
Cape Verde EASE is the official electronic pre-registration and entry authorization required by the Cape Verdean authorities for most non-resident air travellers. Launched as an automated traveller pre-registration platform, EASE centralises passenger details, flight data and the mandatory Airport Security Fee (TSA) payment to streamline arrival processing at Cape Verde’s international airports. The system complements the country’s consular visa and pre-arrival procedures and was expanded in late 2025 — the government published an updated list of nationalities and new visa rules effective 1 January 2026 on the EASE portal.
Apply through the official portal at ease.gov.cv or use DoVisa for guided completion, document-checks and support. The EASE registration asks for passport details, travel dates, flight number and accommodation information; you also pay the TSA during the same process. After successful registration you receive an electronic confirmation and payment receipt by email — keep this confirmation accessible for airline check-in and immigration. Airlines commonly verify the EASE authorization at departure and immigration officers check your entry authorization on arrival.
The EASE authorization is an entry pre‑registration — it is not a visa. Nationals who require a visa to enter Cape Verde must still obtain the appropriate visa before travel; in some cases, Cape Verde moved to require visas in advance for certain nationalities as of 1 January 2026 (see the official list on the government portal). EASE does not replace consular visas or residence permits but it is mandatory for most air travellers and includes the TSA payment that formerly was collected on arrival.
Key facts: pre-register at least 5 days before travel, pay the TSA during registration, and save your confirmation email. For detailed entry rules see Cape Verde visa information and visit the official EASE portal at ease.gov.cv. Apply for your Cape Verde EASE now.
Who Needs Cape Verde EASE?
Who Needs It
- All foreign nationals travelling to Cape Verde by air who will clear immigration must pre-register through the EASE platform at least 5 days before travel
- Tourists, business travellers and cruise passengers arriving by air — registration includes TSA payment and travel details
- Children and minors (a parent or guardian completes the authorization for each child)
Who Is Exempt
- Cape Verdean passport holders and persons legally residing in Cape Verde
- Children under two years of age (do not need to complete the traveller entry form)
- Passengers in transit who remain in the international transit area at national airports
- Passengers on official state missions or flights landing for technical or force‑majeure reasons
Cape Verde Entry Requirements & Restrictions
Passport Validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Cape Verde and have at least one blank page for entry stamps. See the official consular portal at Portal Consular.
Vaccination Requirements
A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required only if you are arriving from or transiting through a country with yellow fever transmission risk — follow guidance on the CDC country page and GOV.UK entry advice.
Pre-registration & Airport Security Fee (TSA)
All non-resident air travellers must pre-register via EASE and pay the mandatory Airport Security Fee (TSA) at least 5 days before arrival. Travel agents may complete this as part of a booking. See Portal Consular — Pre-registration.
Customs & Prohibited Items
Cape Verde restricts the import of certain goods — prohibited items include narcotics, weapons and explosives; medicines and other goods may require permits. Import or export of Cape Verdean Escudos (CVE) is strictly regulated. Check the country’s customs rules at official trade and customs guidance.
Health & Travel Insurance
Vaccinations for Hepatitis A and routine immunisations are recommended; consult the CDC Cape Verde page for up-to-date health advice. Carry travel insurance that covers emergency evacuation — medical facilities on remote islands are limited.
Travel Tips for Cape Verde Visitors
Cape Verde is an island nation off West Africa with scattered islands and several international airports. Main arrival points include Amílcar Cabral International Airport on Sal, Nelson Mandela International Airport near Praia, and Aristides Pereira International Airport on Boa Vista. Inter-island travel often requires domestic flights or ferries; plan connections carefully.
- Currency: Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE) is the local currency — euros (EUR) and widely used international cards are commonly accepted in tourist areas; carry small CVE for local purchases.
- Language: Portuguese is the official language; Cape Verdean Creole is widely spoken and English is commonly available at hotels and airports.
- Time zone: Cape Verde Standard Time is GMT‑1.
- Best time to visit: November to June for drier weather and calmer seas; check seasonal conditions if planning water sports.
- Safety: Exercise caution in poorly lit urban areas; follow Canada and UK travel advice regarding petty crime in Praia, Sal and Boa Vista.
- Plan transfers early: Match international arrival times with domestic flights and ferry departures — power outages can disrupt schedules.
- Respect local customs: Dress modestly in towns and be mindful when photographing people; seek permission before photographing cultural events.
- Keep documents handy: Save your EASE confirmation and TSA payment receipt offline — airlines may ask to verify at departure and immigration will check on arrival.
"Needed Cape Verde EASE before a family holiday to Sal (SID). DoVisa checked our passports, we paid the TSA online and the confirmation email arrived within hours — smooth check-in at the departure airport."
"Submitted the EASE authorization from my phone while on a train. Support answered a question about accommodation fields and the boarding gate staff accepted the email confirmation at check-in."
"Travelled to Boa Vista (BVC) with a tight connection. The DoVisa team helped confirm my EASE reference and we made the domestic flight without issue — immigration just scanned the confirmation at arrival."
"Quick and clear process. The authorization arrived in my email with a payment receipt for the TSA. Airline staff verified it at departure and arrival checks were straightforward."
"Used DoVisa to pre-register when my airline warned EASE was mandatory. The service guided me through passport MRZ entry and the acknowledgement email had the reference I needed for immigration."
"Process was fine but I had to re-upload my passport photo once. Support was responsive and the authorization was approved before my flight to Praia (RAI)."
"Fast turnaround — submitted in the morning and received confirmation the same day. Carry the email and payment receipt for transparency at check-in."
"Small hiccup with the TSA payment method, but customer support explained the steps. Overall a time-saver compared with paying at the airport on arrival."
"I typed my flight number wrong and had to correct it via the portal. Support pointed me to the edit function and immigration accepted the updated record at arrival — resolved but stressful before flying."
"Great for a business trip — EASE approval and TSA payment saved time at Praia (RAI) immigration. Worth the convenience and clear instructions from DoVisa."
"Needed Cape Verde EASE before a family holiday to Sal (SID). DoVisa checked our passports, we paid the TSA online and the confirmation email arrived within hours — smooth check-in at the departure airport."
"Submitted the EASE authorization from my phone while on a train. Support answered a question about accommodation fields and the boarding gate staff accepted the email confirmation at check-in."
"Travelled to Boa Vista (BVC) with a tight connection. The DoVisa team helped confirm my EASE reference and we made the domestic flight without issue — immigration just scanned the confirmation at arrival."
Cape Verde EASE: Frequently Asked Questions
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- EASE — Official Cape Verde Traveller Pre-registration Portal
- Portal Consular — Visas & Pre-registration for Cabo Verde
- GOV.UK — Cape Verde entry requirements & traveller entry form
- CDC — Cape Verde: Traveler Health Information
- U.S. Department of State — Cabo Verde Travel Information
- Cabo Verde — Prohibited and Restricted Imports (trade.gov guidance)