🇨🇻 Cape Verde Laws Hub
Plain-language legal essentials for immigrants, including risk level and practical relevance.
Work Authorisation Rules
In Cape Verde, understanding work authorization rules is important for anyone looking to engage in employment activities. A visa that permits entry into the country does not automatically grant the right to work. This…
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Immigration Status and Overstay Rules
Your right to stay in Cape Verde is determined by the type of visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you possess. It is important not to assume that a pending application, job offer, or school…
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Tax Residency and Income Reporting
In Cape Verde, becoming a tax resident depends on your length of stay and activities within the country. If you live in Cape Verde for more than 183 days in a calendar year, you are considered a tax resident. This…
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Housing Contract and Deposit Rules
In Cape Verde, rental contracts must be formalized with written terms to be legally binding. This means that both the tenant and landlord should agree on specific conditions including the duration of the lease, rental…
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Address Registration and Identity Duties
In Cape Verde, newcomers are required to register their address and fulfill identity duties to ensure compliance with local laws. This process is overseen by the Direção de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras Cabo Verde. Failure…
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Driving Licence and Road Rules
In Cape Verde, the regulations concerning driving licenses and road rules are essential for maintaining safety on the roads. Foreign driving licenses may be valid for a limited time, but many residents must exchange…
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