Eritrean visa for Cabo Verdean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Cabo Verdean passport holders visiting Eritrea for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Cabo Verdean citizens to enter Eritrea for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Eritrea e-visa for Cabo Verdean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Eritrea visa on arrival for Cabo Verdean citizens | Not Available | |
Eritrea tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Cabo Verdean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Eritrea.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Eritrea.
If you are looking for Eritrea visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Cape Verde, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Eritrea nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The Embassy of in Abuja, ~ 3407.22 kilometers (2117.15 mi) away from Praia, Cape Verde. (Working hours: Close now).
- Tripoli: The Embassy of in Tripoli, ~ 4058.20 kilometers (2521.65 mi) away from Praia, Cape Verde. (Working hours: Close now).
Eritrea visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Eritrea diplomatic mission offices to Cape Verde for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Cape Verde traveling to Eritrea from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Cape Verde) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7 | N/A |
| 2009 | 8 | 14.29% |
| 2010 | 8 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 11 | 37.50% |
| 2012 | 13 | 18.18% |
| 2013 | 14 | 7.69% |
| 2014 | 12 | -14.29% |
| 2015 | 11 | -8.33% |
| 2016 | 14 | 27.27% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Eritrea & Cape Verde comparison
Eritrea's area is approximately 101,000 km2 (38,996 sq mi), while the area of Cape Verde is approximately 4,033 km2 (1,557 sq mi). This means Cape Verde is 25.04 times smaller than Eritrea.
As of November 2025, Eritrea's population is ~3.8 million people - 3,239,082 more people than the population of Cape Verde.
We have highlighted Eritrea & Cape Verde’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Eritrea | Cape Verde | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,796,443 | 557,361 | 3.2 million more people live in Eritrea than Cape Verde |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 30 | 2 | Eritrea has 28 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Cape Verde. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 10 | 36 | Eritrea passport holders visit 26 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 14 | 19 | Eritrean hosts 5 fewer foreign missions than Cape Verde. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Cape Verde travel to Eritrea in one year?
The number of visitors from Cape Verde visiting Eritrea in 2016 was approximately 14.
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