Nicaraguan visa for Cabo Verdean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Cabo Verdean passport holders visiting Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nicaragua e-visa for Cabo Verdean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nicaragua visa on arrival for Cabo Verdean citizens | Eligible | |
Nicaragua tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Cabo Verdean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Nicaragua.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Nicaragua.
If you are looking for Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua nearest your place of residence.
- Dakar: The Embassy of in Dakar, ~ 625.13 kilometers (388.44 mi) away from Praia, Cape Verde. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 44 minutes).
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: The Consulate General of in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, ~ 1504.73 kilometers (934.99 mi) away from Praia, Cape Verde. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 14 minutes).
Nicaragua visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nicaragua diplomatic mission offices to Cape Verde for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Cape Verde traveling to Nicaragua from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Cape Verde) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 86 | N/A |
| 2009 | 93 | 8.14% |
| 2010 | 101 | 8.60% |
| 2011 | 106 | 4.95% |
| 2012 | 118 | 11.32% |
| 2013 | 123 | 4.24% |
| 2014 | 133 | 8.13% |
| 2015 | 139 | 4.51% |
| 2016 | 150 | 7.91% |
| 2017 | 179 | 19.33% |
| 2018 | 126 | -29.61% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nicaragua & Cape Verde comparison
Nicaragua's area is approximately 120,340 km2 (46,463 sq mi), while the area of Cape Verde is approximately 4,033 km2 (1,557 sq mi). This means Cape Verde is 29.84 times smaller than Nicaragua.
As of November 2025, Nicaragua's population is ~7.0 million people - 6,467,978 more people than the population of Cape Verde.
We have highlighted Nicaragua & Cape Verde’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nicaragua | Cape Verde | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,025,339 | 557,361 | 6.5 million more people live in Nicaragua than Cape Verde |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 80 | 2 | Nicaragua has 78 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Cape Verde. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 93 | 36 | Nicaragua passport holders can visit 57 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 45 | 19 | Nicaraguan hosts 26 more foreign missions than Cape Verde. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Cape Verde travel to Nicaragua in one year?
The number of visitors from Cape Verde visiting Nicaragua in 2018 was approximately 126.
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- Travel time: 12 hours 58 minutes
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