Vietnam visa for Cape Verde citizens 2026: 90 days E-visa & Fees

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Cape Verde citizens are required to obtain a visa before entering Vietnam, as no visa exemption agreement exists between the two countries.

The most practical option for Vietnam visa for Cape Verde citizens in 2026 is the official Vietnam e-visa (EVISA), which is applied for entirely online through the Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ portal at a government fee of USD 25, with a standard processing time of 3 working days.

Visa on arrival is also available for air arrivals at major Vietnamese international airports, provided a valid approval letter is secured before departure. All Cape Verdean passport holders must ensure their passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival and carries at least 2 blank pages.

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Do Cape Verde citizens need a visa to enter Vietnam?

Yes. Cape Verde citizens are required to obtain a valid visa before entering Vietnam, regardless of the purpose or intended length of stay. Vietnam and Cape Verde do not have a bilateral or unilateral visa exemption arrangement in place ^[1], which means Cape Verdean passport holders cannot enter Vietnam visa-free under any current international travel agreement.

This requirement applies uniformly across all travel categories: tourism, business, transit, family visits, and medical travel. There is no partial exemption for short stays, diplomatic passport holders traveling on ordinary passports, or Cape Verde citizens holding residency in a third country.

In addition to holding a valid Vietnam visa, Cape Verde passport holders must satisfy the following Vietnam entry requirements before boarding their flight:

• Your Cape Verdean passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date in Vietnam
• Your passport must have at least 2 blank pages available for immigration stamps
• You must hold a confirmed onward or return travel ticket
• You must be able to demonstrate sufficient financial means to support your stay

From our practical experience, the passport validity rule is one of the most frequently overlooked requirements. Cape Verde citizens departing from Praia are advised to check their passport expiry date carefully, airlines routinely deny boarding to passengers whose documents do not satisfy the 6-month rule, regardless of whether the Vietnam visa itself is valid.

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Types of Vietnam visa available for Cape Verde passport holders

Cape Verde citizens currently have access to several visa pathways when planning travel to Vietnam. The appropriate option depends on your travel purpose, timeline, and the consular infrastructure available in your departure country.

The Vietnam e-visa (EVISA) is the recommended option for the large majority of Cape Verde nationals. It is processed entirely online through the Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ official portal, requires no physical embassy appointment, and is typically issued within 3 working days.

From what we have observed across years of handling Africa Vietnam visa applications, the absence of a resident Vietnamese embassy or consulate in Cape Verde makes the e-visa route not just convenient but often the only realistic option for travelers applying from within the archipelago.

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How to apply for a Vietnam e-visa from Cape Verde

The Vietnam e-visa system, formally known as EVISA Vietnam, was significantly expanded in August 2023 to cover citizens from over 80 countries. Cape Verde citizens are eligible to apply, and the entire Vietnam visa application Cape Verde process can be completed online without leaving home.

Step 1: Gather your required documents

Before accessing the official portal, prepare the following:

• A clear, high-resolution scan of your Cape Verdean passport’s biographical data page (showing name, photo, passport number, and expiry date)
• A recent digital portrait photo with a plain white background, taken within the last 6 months
• Your confirmed travel dates and preferred entry checkpoint in Vietnam
• A valid email address to receive correspondence and your approved visa
• A credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, or JCB) for fee payment

Step 2: Access the official Vietnam e-visa portal

The only legitimate government platform for submitting your e-visa Vietnam Cape Verde application is evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn. This is operated directly by the Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Vietnam Immigration Department or you can use a trusted visa service provider such as Tan Van Lang via https://evisa.vnhub.com/ to handle the submission on your behalf.

A critical warning: there are dozens of fraudulent websites designed to mimic the official portal’s interface, often appearing at the top of search engine results through paid advertisements. These scam sites charge inflated fees (sometimes USD 60 to USD 120) for a service that costs USD 25 through the official government portal.

Always verify the URL before entering personal data or payment information. If something looks unfamiliar or the fee quoted is significantly higher than USD 25, close the tab and access the official portal directly.

Step 3: Complete the application form accurately

The application form requires your full legal name (exactly as printed on your Cape Verdean passport), date of birth, passport number, passport expiry date, nationality, intended entry date, and your entry checkpoint, the specific land border, international airport, or seaport through which you plan to enter Vietnam.

This last field is particularly important. Your approved Vietnam e-visa is valid only at the entry point you specified during application.

Attempting to enter through a different checkpoint will result in your e-visa being deemed invalid at that point of entry. Our advisory team at Tan Van Lang consistently flags this as one of the most preventable sources of visa complications for international travelers, including those arriving from Cape Verde.

Step 4: Pay the government fee

The non-refundable government processing fee for a Vietnam e-visa is USD 25 per application. Payment is made online at the time of submission. This fee applies regardless of whether the visa is ultimately approved or rejected.

Step 5: Receive, download, and print your e-visa

Standard processing time is 3 working days from the date of successful submission. Once approved, your EVISA Vietnam document will be delivered as a PDF to your registered email.

You are required to print this document and carry the physical copy with you. At Vietnam immigration, you will present both your printed e-visa and your original Cape Verdean passport to the immigration officer.

Using a professional visa service

If you prefer not to navigate the technical aspects of the online application yourself, or if you want to ensure your Cape Verde to Vietnam visa is processed without errors, Tan Van Lang’s experienced team can handle the end-to-end application on your behalf. With over 20 years of continuous operation since 2003, and having managed tens of thousands of visa cases across complex international scenarios, we provide a level of review and quality assurance that eliminates the most common causes of application rejection.

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Vietnam visa on arrival for Cape Verde travelers

Visa on arrival (VOA) is an alternative entry pathway available to Cape Verde citizens, subject to specific conditions. It operates in two distinct stages and is available only at international airports — not at land border crossings or seaports.

Stage 1: Secure a visa approval letter before departure:

A licensed Vietnam immigration service provider submits your request to the Vietnam Immigration Department. Upon approval, you receive an official visa approval letter Vietnam by email, typically within 2–5 working days. You must print this letter and carry it on your person when boarding your flight to Vietnam.

Stage 2: Complete the stamping process on arrival:

Upon landing at one of the qualifying airports, proceed to the visa on arrival counter — located before the main immigration hall — and present the following:

• Your original Cape Verdean passport
• The printed visa approval letter
• Two passport-size photographs (4cm x 6cm)
• The stamping fee in cash (USD 25 for single entry, USD 50 for multiple entry)

Vietnamese international airports accepting visa on arrival:

From our practical experience, this method introduces logistical variables that the e-visa route does not. Long-haul travelers arriving after an exhausting journey especially those flying from Praia through one or two connection hubs are at a disadvantage if they must then queue at an arrival counter, particularly during Vietnam’s peak tourist season (November through April). The e-visa removes this uncertainty entirely.

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Vietnam visa fees and processing time for Cape Verde nationals

The table below consolidates the fees and processing timelines applicable to Cape Verde passport Vietnam holders ^[2].

The Vietnam visa fee Cape Verde travelers encounter through unverified websites is frequently inflated. Our advisory team has reviewed cases where travelers paid over USD 100 for an e-visa that should have cost USD 25 in government fees. Engaging a licensed and transparent service provider is the best protection against this type of financial misrepresentation.

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Vietnam visa validity and length of stay for Cape Verde citizens

The current Vietnam e-visa framework offers Cape Verde citizens two key options:

• Single entry visa Vietnam: Valid for up to 90 days from the date of issue. Grants one entry into Vietnam; the visa is immediately invalidated upon departure, even if the 90-day window has not yet closed.
• Multiple entry visa Vietnam: Also valid for up to 90 days from the date of issue. Permits unlimited entries and exits within the validity period — ideal for travelers planning side trips to neighboring countries such as Cambodia, Laos, or Thailand and intending to return to Vietnam.

Regarding temporary residence registration:

Vietnamese immigration law requires all foreign nationals to register their temporary residence with local police within 24 hours of arriving at each new accommodation. In licensed hotels and guesthouses, this is handled automatically by the property.

However, travelers staying in private residences, with friends, or in unregistered short-term rentals must ensure their host files the mandatory declaration on their behalf. Non-compliance can result in administrative fines and may complicate exit processing at Vietnam immigration checkpoints.

Visa extension after arrival is possible in principle, but eligibility depends on the visa type and is subject to discretionary approval by the Vietnam Immigration Department. Drawing from our practical advisory work on Vietnam immigration Cape Verde cases, we consistently advise clients to plan their stay length before departure rather than relying on an in-country extension. Extensions should be initiated at least 10–14 days before the current visa’s expiry date.

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Frequently asked questions

Conclusion

The advisory team at Tan Van Lang is available to support Cape Verde citizens through every stage of the Vietnam visa process from initial eligibility assessment to final visa approval. Since 2003, we have built a reputation as one of Vietnam’s most reliable immigration consultancies, with demonstrated expertise in handling Cabo Verde Vietnam visa applications and complex cases from across Africa and the Pacific. Contact us directly for a personalized assessment of your travel situation.

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