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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Cape Verde citizens need a visa for South Korea?

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Cape Verde citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter South Korea — applied for online before departure.

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Cape Verde vs South Korea: passport comparison

Cape Verde

37

visa-free countries

Global rank: #136 · mobility 85.6

South Korea

116

visa-free countries

Global rank: #20 · mobility 169.7
23

countries both Cape Verde and South Korea can enter visa-free together

Cape Verde + South Korea: passport compatibility

37%

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

Where Cape Verde and South Korea travel together — by entry type:

23 both visa-free
22 both visa on arrival
16 both e-visa / eTA
11 both need a visa
125 access differs

Where Cape Verde and South Korea 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.

How the entry rule changed: Cape Verde → South Korea

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Cape Verde → South Korea rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

1rule changes for the Cape Verde passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

South Korea: good to know

Seoul

Capital

South Korean Won (KRW)

Currency

Korea Standard Time (UTC+9)

Time zone

+82

Calling code

C, F

Power plug

220V / 60Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Cape Verde goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for South Korea

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

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Cape Verde citizens need a visa for South Korea?
Cape Verde citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter South Korea — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Cape Verde or South Korea?
The South Korea passport is stronger: 116 visa-free countries versus 37. Global rank: Cape Verde #136, South Korea #20.
Where can Cape Verde and South Korea citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 23 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for South Korea?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Cape Verde and South Korea?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Cape Verde passport ranking

Where else the Cape Verde passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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