Icelandic visa for Cabo Verdean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Cabo Verdean passport holders visiting Iceland 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 Iceland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Iceland e-visa for Cabo Verdean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Iceland visa on arrival for Cabo Verdean citizens | Not Available | |
Iceland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Cabo Verdean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Iceland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Iceland.
If you are looking for Iceland 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 Iceland nearest your place of residence.
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: The Honorary Consulate of in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, ~ 1505.51 kilometers (935.48 mi) away from Praia, Cape Verde. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 1 minutes).
- Casablanca: The Honorary Consulate of in Casablanca, ~ 2440.27 kilometers (1516.32 mi) away from Praia, Cape Verde. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 1 minutes).
Iceland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Iceland diplomatic mission offices to Cape Verde for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Cape Verde traveling to Iceland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Cape Verde) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 50 | N/A |
| 2009 | 49 | -2.00% |
| 2010 | 49 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 57 | 16.33% |
| 2012 | 67 | 17.54% |
| 2013 | 81 | 20.90% |
| 2014 | 100 | 23.46% |
| 2015 | 129 | 29.00% |
| 2016 | 179 | 38.76% |
| 2017 | 223 | 24.58% |
| 2018 | 234 | 4.93% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Iceland & Cape Verde comparison
Iceland's area is approximately 100,250 km2 (38,706 sq mi), while the area of Cape Verde is approximately 4,033 km2 (1,557 sq mi). This means Cape Verde is 24.86 times smaller than Iceland.
As of November 2025, Iceland's population is ~352333 people - 205,028 fewer people than the population of Cape Verde.
We have highlighted Iceland & Cape Verde’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Iceland | Cape Verde | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 352,333 | 557,361 | 205028 fewer people live in Iceland than Cape Verde |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 25 | 2 | Iceland has 23 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Cape Verde. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 138 | 36 | Iceland passport holders can visit 102 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 19 | Icelandic hosts 35 more foreign missions than Cape Verde. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Cape Verde travel to Iceland in one year?
The number of visitors from Cape Verde visiting Iceland in 2018 was approximately 234.
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- Reykjavik to Praia: 4859.09 km (3019.30 mi)
- Travel time: 10 hours 7 minutes
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