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Cape Verde Citizenship by Investment & Merit

Discretionary African citizenship under the 2023 nationality amendment.

Basis
Exceptional merit
Visa waiver destinations
64
Processing
6–12 months (indicative)
Visit / stay
No residence requirement for qualifying investors

Buy online · 2026

Cape Verde Citizenship by Investment & Merit

A discretionary route to Cape Verde citizenship for people whose achievements in business, science, culture or sport serve the national interest. We assess your profile confidentially and build the case with licensed local counsel.

  1. ReserveUS$500 online
  2. Pre-eligibilityDue diligence screening
  3. Build the caseEndorsements & evidence
  4. Passport6–12 months (indicative)

Who qualifies · Frequently asked questions

Overview

Cabo Verde amended its nationality law in 2023 (Law No. 33/X/2023) to allow nationality through investment. There is no standardised public programme or fixed price: each case is assessed at the state's discretion based on the investment profile.

Dual citizenship is recognised, and Cabo Verde is a member of ECOWAS, giving free movement across West Africa.

Key benefits

  1. Discretionary citizenship without a residence requirement for qualifying investors
  2. Dual citizenship recognised
  3. ECOWAS free movement
  4. Visa waiver access to 64 destinations
  5. Stable Atlantic democracy with growing tourism

Who qualifies

Economic contribution

Strategic investment in Cabo Verde, assessed at the state’s discretion (Law 33/X/2023).

Science & research

Internationally recognised researchers and academics.

Culture & arts

Artists and performers of international standing.

Sport

Elite athletes, often to represent the national team.

Family & requirements

Who can be included
Spouse and children – assessed case by case
Visit or residence
No residence requirement for qualifying investors
Processing time
6–12 months (indicative)
  • Law No. 33/X/2023
  • Dual citizenship permitted
  • ECOWAS free movement

Cape Verde passport: travel access

64destinations without a visa in advance

Visa waiver, visa on arrival or electronic travel authorisation (eTA), per the Henley Passport Index. eVisas are not counted.

  • Schengen Area – visa required
  • Ireland – visa required
  • Canada – visa required
  • United States – visa required
  • Singapore – no visa in advance
  • Japan – visa required
  • South Korea – visa required
  • Brazil – visa required
  • Russia – no visa in advance
  • China – visa required
  • United Arab Emirates – visa required
  • Switzerland – visa required
  • New Zealand – visa required
Show visa waiver countries

Angola · Bahamas · Bangladesh · Barbados · Benin · Bolivia · Burkina Faso · Burundi · Cambodia · Comoros · Côte d'Ivoire · Dominica · Ecuador · Ethiopia · Gambia · Ghana · Guinea · Guinea-Bissau · Haiti · Iran · Jordan · Kenya · Laos · Liberia · Madagascar · Malawi · Malaysia · Maldives · Mali · Mauritius · Micronesia · Morocco · Mozambique · Namibia · Nepal · Nicaragua · Niger · Nigeria · Palau · Philippines · Russia · Rwanda · Saint Lucia · Saint Vincent and the Grenadines · Samoa · São Tomé and Príncipe · Senegal · Seychelles · Sierra Leone · Singapore · South Africa · Sri Lanka · Tanzania · Timor-Leste · Togo · Tunisia · Tuvalu · Uganda · Zambia · Zimbabwe

Count: Henley Passport Index, updated 19 Oct 2026 (227 destinations incl. territories). Country list: Wikipedia – Visa requirements for Cape Verdean citizens (sovereign countries only). Always confirm entry rules with the destination before travel.

How Citizenship Shop helps

Add the program to your cart or click Buy now to reserve it for US$500. Create your client account and complete the pre-eligibility questions at checkout. A senior advisor then reviews your profile within one business day, confirms the best investment route and the exact government fees for your family, and prepares your application with a licensed local agent.

Cape Verde Citizenship by Investment & Merit: FAQ

Is there a fixed price for the Cape Verde Citizenship by Investment & Merit?

No. Citizenship by merit is granted at the government’s discretion, case by case, and there is no published price or investment threshold. Your advisor assesses your profile and achievements before any application is prepared.

How long does the Cape Verde Citizenship by Investment & Merit take?

Processing typically takes 6–12 months (indicative) from submission of a complete application. Your advisor gives you a personal timeline after the pre-eligibility review.

Can I include my family in the application?

Family members who can be included: Spouse and children – assessed case by case. Your advisor checks each dependant’s eligibility before you apply.

Do I need to visit or live in Cape Verde?

No residence requirement for qualifying investors. Rules change from time to time, so your advisor confirms the current requirement in writing.

How many countries can I visit with a visa waiver on a Cape Verde passport?

A Cape Verde passport gives visa waiver, visa-on-arrival or eTA access to 64 destinations. See the travel access section above for the full list and key destinations.

Official source

Prices and rules on this page were verified on 28 September 2026 against: Law No. 33/X/2023 (Cabo Verde nationality).

Governments revise fees and thresholds without notice. Your advisor confirms the exact figures in writing before any investment is made.

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