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Visa requirements · updated Sep 2026

Do Switzerland citizens need a visa for Cape Verde?

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Citizens of Switzerland can visit Cape Verde visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

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Switzerland vs Cape Verde: passport comparison

Switzerland

122

visa-free countries

Global rank: #16 · mobility 170.7

Cape Verde

37

visa-free countries

Global rank: #136 · mobility 85.6
24

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

Switzerland + Cape Verde: passport compatibility

37%

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

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

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

Where Switzerland and Cape Verde 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: Switzerland → Cape Verde

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

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

0passports gained easier entry to Cape Verde
7passports saw Cape Verde tighten its rules
3rule changes for the Switzerland passport, 2 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 →

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Documents you'll usually need for Cape Verde

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

Up to 30 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Switzerland citizens need a visa for Cape Verde?
Citizens of Switzerland can visit Cape Verde visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Switzerland citizens stay in Cape Verde without a visa?
Switzerland passport holders are allowed to stay up to 30 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Switzerland or Cape Verde?
The Switzerland passport is stronger: 122 visa-free countries versus 37. Global rank: Switzerland #16, Cape Verde #136.
Where can Switzerland and Cape Verde citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 24 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Cape Verde?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Switzerland and Cape Verde?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Sep 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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