Cabo Verde Remote Working Program
Work for your existing clients or employer from Atlantic islands for six months to a year,…
Record checked Oct 27, 2026 · official source confirmed 14 Nov, 06:01 UTC
Summary
Cabo Verde's tourism authority runs a Remote Working Program that gives remote workers a six-month temporary visa, renewable once for another six months.
Dream spread
Work for your existing clients or employer from Atlantic islands for six months to a year, alone or with family.
Relocation reality check
Open only to people from Europe, North America, the Portuguese-speaking CPLP countries and ECOWAS. You must show an average bank balance of at least EUR 1,500 over the last six months (EUR 2,700 for a family), hold a passport valid for six months and insurance. Costs include a EUR 20 per person visa fee (charged again on renewal) and a one-off EUR 34 per person airport fee. Stays are capped at one year in total.
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Eligibility
Remote workers and their families from Europe, North America, CPLP and ECOWAS countries, with the required average bank balance, a passport valid for six months and insurance.
Costs & money
The amounts & terms on record from the official source. USD figures are estimates.
- Income requirement
- 1,500 EUR (varies)Minimum average bank balance of EUR 1,500 over the last 6 months for an individual, or EUR 2,700 for a family (a balance test, not a monthly salary).
- Duration
- 6–12 months
- Property purchase
- Not required
- Tax
- The official programme page states: "Remote workers in Cabo Verde are exempt from income tax." Check your home-country tax position separately.
True cost to move
Upfront cash, reimbursements, and net position after approval — not headline incentive amounts.
- Flights & logistics$1,200
Application roadmap
A practical sequence — adjust for your consulate and timeline.
1. Confirm official eligibility
Read the primary government source.
2. Gather income & employment proof
Bank statements, contracts, or tax records.
3. Book consulate / immigration appointment
Slots vary by country and season.
4. Prepare health coverage
Meet minimum coverage rules before arrival.
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Source trail
Official links, the line we checked, and when we last checked it.
“"The Cabo Verde Remote Working Program is eligible for anyone from Europe, North America, Community of Portuguese Speaking Countries (CPLP) and Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO)." / "Individual: minimum average bank balance of 1.500€ on the last 6 months; Family: minimum average bank balance of EUR 2.700€" / "temporary work/tourism visa lasting 6 months, with the opportunity of renewal for another 6 months"”
Primary official sourceLast checked Oct 27, 2026- Secondary referenceLast checked Oct 27, 2026
Rule changes
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