Cape Verde Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements
Visa Requirement Map
Passport Mobility Over Time
Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.
| Year | Mobility Score | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 58 | 109 |
| 2021 | 63 | 121 |
| 2022 | 75 | 120 |
| 2023 | 76 | 123 |
| 2024 | 76 | 119 |
| 2025 | 75 | 116 |
| 2026 | 73 | 122 |
Cape Verde: Other Rankings
- Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
- 80th out of 199 countries
- Within-Language RankingPortuguese
- 5th out of 10 countries
- Form-of-Government RankingSemi-Presidential Republic
- 9th out of 16 countries
- WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
- 114th out of 159 countries
- African Union RankingAfrican Union Countries
- 13th out of 54 countries
- G77 RankingG77 Countries
- 70th out of 132 countries
Key Destination Access
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
About Cape Verde
Cape Verde is an island nation located off the northwest coast of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean. The archipelago consists of ten main islands, each with its own distinct landscape and character. The country's climate is tropical and dry, with relatively mild temperatures year-round. This geographic setting gives Cape Verde a unique blend of African and oceanic influences.
Daily life in Cape Verde is generally unhurried, with a strong emphasis on family and community. Music and dance, particularly morna and funaná, are integral parts of the culture and are widely enjoyed. The local cuisine features fresh seafood, maize, and beans, reflecting the islands' resources. Urban centers like Praia and Mindelo offer a mix of colonial-era architecture and modern amenities.
Cape Verde maintains a stable democracy and has peaceful relations with many countries. It is an active member of regional organizations such as the African Union and ECOWAS. The nation has a history of emigration, leading to a widespread diaspora, especially in Europe and the Americas. Its strategic location in the Atlantic has made it a point of cultural and economic exchange.