Africa · 1 city on Nomada
Digital nomad guide to Cape Verde
Updated May 2026
Mid-tier monthly
$1,455–$1,455
median $1,455
Best for: Atlantic-island nomads who want trade-wind-cooled, year-round 25°C kitesurf-and-beach lifestyle on a working DNV.
Visa story
Cape Verde Remote Working Programme — 6-month renewable for remote workers (~€1,500/mo income). One of the earliest African DNVs (launched 2020).
Open the per-city visa cards on each city page for the specific income tests, durations, and program names. None of this is legal advice — confirm with the consulate before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Cape Verde have a digital nomad visa?
Yes. Cape Verde Remote Working Programme — 6-month renewable for remote workers (~€1,500/mo income). One of the earliest African DNVs (launched 2020). Income tests, document requirements, and renewal rules vary by city — open the per-city visa cards on each city page for specifics.
How long can digital nomads stay in Cape Verde?
Stays of up to 6 months at a stretch on the most nomad-relevant pathway. The most common track is "Digital nomad visa". Cape Verde Remote Working Programme — 6-month renewable for remote workers (~€1,500/mo income). One of the earliest African DNVs (launched 2020).
What's the cost of living for digital nomads in Cape Verde?
Mid-tier monthly costs across 1 Cape Verde city on Nomada range $1,455–$1,455, with a median of $1,455. Numbers cover rent, groceries, dining, transport, utilities, and a coworking pass.
What are the best cities in Cape Verde for digital nomads?
Nomada tracks 1 Cape Verde city. The most cost-efficient bases right now: Santa Maria (Sal) ($1,455/mo) for atlantic-island base with year-round 25°c — kitesurf-and-beach lifestyle on the cape verde rwp..
When is the best time to visit Cape Verde as a digital nomad?
Cape Verde reads as a year-round destination on the cities Nomada tracks — comfortable temp, humidity, and rainfall in every month. Per-city climate pages will surface the local edge cases.
Is Cape Verde nomad-friendly?
Across the cities Nomada tracks, Cape Verde reads as broadly nomad-friendly — most cities have a clear long-stay pathway. Best for: atlantic-island nomads who want trade-wind-cooled, year-round 25°c kitesurf-and-beach lifestyle on a working dnv.
Following Cape Verde's visa changes?
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Build your stack for Cape Verde
- Travel insuranceLong-term, nomad-friendly cover that follows you across Cape Verde
- Multi-currency bankingAvoid the 4% conversion fees foreign cards rack up across Cape Verde
- eSIM data planDay-one connectivity in Cape Verde without local-SIM friction
- Coworking & colivingDay passes, monthly memberships, and verified workspaces in Cape Verde
- Visa conciergesFiling help and concierge services for Cape Verde residency paths
- Flight dealsCheapest routes in and out of Cape Verde