🇶🇦 Qatar visa requirements for Cape Verdian citizens
Cape Verdian citizens need an e-visa for Qatar, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Entry rules for Cape Verde passport holders
Before traveling to Qatar, Cape Verdian citizens must apply for an electronic visa through the official Qatar government portal. Processing usually takes from a few hours to a few business days, so apply well before your flight. Print a copy of the approval to show at check-in and on arrival.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Qatar immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Cape Verdian passport ranks #135 worldwide, opening 65 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (37 visa-free, 27 with a visa on arrival and 1 with an eTA). Qatar is not among them — it is one of the 97 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
The reverse trip is easier: Qatari citizens can enter Cape Verde visa on arrival.
Across Western Asia as a whole, 2 of 17 destinations are open to Cape Verdian travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About Qatar
- Capital
- Doha
- Region
- Western Asia
- Currency
- Qatari riyal (ر.ق)
- Languages
- Arabic
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Frequently asked questions
Do Cape Verdian citizens need a visa for Qatar?
Cape Verdian citizens need an e-visa for Qatar, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Can Cape Verdian citizens apply online for entry to Qatar?
Yes. Qatar offers an online e-visa for Cape Verde passport holders. Apply through the official government portal before your trip.
What currency is used in Qatar?
The currency in Qatar is the Qatari riyal (ر.ق). The capital city is Doha.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: e-Visa for Cape Verdian citizens traveling to Qatar. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Qatar embassy or immigration authority before booking.
More of Asia for Cape Verdian passport holders
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.