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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Cape Verde citizens need a visa for Eritrea?

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Cape Verde citizens need a visa to enter Eritrea. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Cape Verde vs Eritrea: passport comparison

Cape Verde

37

visa-free countries

Global rank: #136 · mobility 85.6

Eritrea

12

visa-free countries

Global rank: #185 · mobility 68.9
11

countries both Cape Verde and Eritrea can enter visa-free together

Cape Verde + Eritrea: passport compatibility

79%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Cape Verde and Eritrea travel together — by entry type:

11 both visa-free
18 both visa on arrival
34 both e-visa / eTA
92 both need a visa
42 access differs

Where Cape Verde and Eritrea can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (11)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Benin 90 days #146
Dominica 21 days #70
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Philippines 30 days #128
Rwanda 30 days #143
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12
Togo 30 days #155

Only Eritrea is visa-free (1)

Where else Cape Verde goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Eritrea

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Cape Verde citizens need a visa for Eritrea?
Cape Verde citizens need a visa to enter Eritrea. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Cape Verde or Eritrea?
The Cape Verde passport is stronger: 37 visa-free countries versus 12. Global rank: Cape Verde #136, Eritrea #185.
Where can Cape Verde and Eritrea citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 11 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Eritrea?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Cape Verde and Eritrea?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Cape Verde passport ranking

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