Do I need a valid passport for Cabo Verde?

Yes. U.S. citizens need a valid passport book, and most destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your return date. Check the entry requirements page for Cabo Verde for visa rules.

Cabo Verde travel advisory

Q: Is it safe to travel to Cabo Verde?

The U.S. State Department currently rates Cabo Verde as Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Exercise normal precaution in Cabo Verde due to crime. Cabo Verde is generally a safe destination for travelers. Some areas have increased risk.

Level 1· Exercise Normal Precautions State Department updated December 18, 2025

What the advisory says

Exercise normal precaution in Cabo Verde due to crime. Cabo Verde is generally a safe destination for travelers. Some areas have increased risk.

Read the official advisory

U.S. posts in Cabo Verde

If you lose your passport or need emergency help while you are there, these are the posts that can assist.

U.S. Embassy in Praia
Praia · embassy
(238)-260-89-00

Cabo Verde travel advisory

What the advisory says

U.S. posts in Cabo Verde

U.S. Embassy in Praia