The Cape Verde islands are to be found in the Atlantic Ocean. Cape Verde comprises 10 islands and 8 islets that are of volcanic origin and are located off the coast of Senegal, western Africa. Cape Ve...Read more
Santiago, attractions include Cidade Velha, the first Portuguese settlement on Cape Verde. There are ruins and old buildings and, on the hill above, the Fort Real de San Felipe, an old Portuguese fort...Read more
There is a daily ferry service operating between the port of Mindelo, São Vincente and Santo Antao. Cargo ships may also accept passengers and regular services connect Santiago, Fogo and Brava. Howev...Read more
The national airline is TACV www.tacv.cv which has flights from severalEuropean cities. Information can be obtained from TACV’s agent Cape Verde Travel www.capeverdetravel.com.The growth in air...Read more
220 volts AC, 50Hz., European two pin plugs are the standard. ...Read more
Owning a property in Cape Verde means being close to miles of utterly breathtaking porcelain-white sands stretching as far as the eye can see, sliding into glass-like seas. On Sal, Santa Maria’s uns...Read more
The food in Cape Verde is an exotic mixture of African, Portuguese and Brazilian cuisine. Try the national dish "catchupa" which is a slow boiled stew of hominy corn, beans, vegetables, spices a...Read more
Going to Cape Verde is not about shopping. But there is still plenty to keep you pleasantly occupied. Visit Santa Maria’s which is charming with cobbled streets, buzzing with atmosphere, whether itâ...Read more
Cape Verde is situated in the Atlantic Ocean, 600km west-northwest of Senegal. Cape Verde comprises 10 volcanic islands and five islets in two groups, Balavento (Windwards) and Sotavento (Leewards). T...Read more
Praia, Cape Verde Weather Table. Not surprisingly the weather is a major factor when choosing where to live or buy property overseas. To help you find out more this location guide provides useful weat...Read more
Praia, Cape Verde Weather Graph.Not surprisingly the weather is a major factor when choosing where to live or buy property overseas. To help you find out more this location guide provides useful weath...Read more
This Cape Verde Climate and Weather Guide provides useful climate information if you are buying a property in Cape Verde. The Cape Verde islands consist of a group of ten main islands and a number of ...Read more
Local information about buying property in Cape Verde. The Cape Verde islands are to be found in the Atlantic Ocean, seen as many as Portugal's Canary Islands located further south, as such ...Read more
Key Points on buying property in Cape Verde
A developing infrastructure along the coastal regions
Adequate private medical facilities
Getting there is easy and travel cost reasonable.
Cost of liv...Read more
Flight duration to Cape Verde
The average flying time to Cape Verde is around 5½ hours from the UK. The most direct way to reach Cape Verde is via Lisbon airport in Portugal and then fly directl...Read more
The British embassy will hold of list of all English speaking lawyers in Cape Verde, they can also tell you what law they specialise in. Go to…www.britishembassy.gov.ukIf you would like more inform...Read more
The cost of living in Cape Verde is considerably cheaper than the UK. A small beer will cost you between 70pence to £1.00.
A pizza will cost around £3.80.
Tuna steaks around £3.00.
A half litre ju...Read more
Medical assistance and health care in Cape Verde. Hospitals, health centres and pharmacies are to be found on all the islands and are available in case of necessity. Cape Verde does have exemplary san...Read more
Most major foreign newspapers are available in large towns or touristy areas, but are hard to come by in more rural areas. If you desire it may be wise to contact the newspaper of your choice and enqu...Read more
Obtaining a state pension in Cape Verde.
You can claim state pension if you live outside the UK. However you will only receive the yearly index-linked increases and other benefits I.e. the Christ...Read more
It is recommended that you do not take any pets with you to Cape Verde. This is because there have been a large amount of cases where peoples pets are being either kidnapped or murdered. If you do how...Read more
Most towns and cities do have adequate veterinary surgeons, before travel it may be wise to locate the nearest to you.
If your pet is insured, check with your insurance provider to whether or not you...Read more
Capeverdain law is based on the Portuguese judicial and legal system. However since Cape Verde became independent some small changes have occurred.
In 1993 the Lei de Investimento Externo or exte...Read more
The predominate religion in cape Verde is Roman Catholic. There are over 430.000 Catholics in the country which represents over 90% of the total population.If you would like more information about liv...Read more
In 1993 the Lei de Investimento Externo or external investment law was introduced to enhanced legislation in order to offer more attractive prospects for foreign buyers. This includes 5 years i...Read more
The time difference in Cape Verde is -1hr GMTIf you would like more information about living, owning or buying a property in Cape Verde, then please feel free to contact us.
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Wills.
Once you have bought your property in Cape Verde it is recommended that you obtain a capeverdian will. Your English will be valid but obtaining probate in Cape Verde is easier if you have...Read more
Visa information for Cape Verde
The following documents will be required for retired to foreigner to reside in Cape Verde…
• Pension retirement statement issued by appropriate entity (ies).
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Important contacts Defra Customer contact unit Eastbury house 30-34 Albert embankment London SE1 7TL Tel: 08459 33 55 77 Email: helpline@defra.gsi.gov.uk BRITISH HONORARY Consul Shell Cabo Verde Sarl ...Read more
Consular rate of exchange. The currency in Cape Verde is the Cape Verde Escudo (CVE). The Cape Verde Escudo has been pegged to the euro. 1€ = 110.760CVE on 05/06/2008If you would like more informati...Read more
Education.
Local schools teach Portuguese for the Baccalaureate. There is a French international school but there are no currant international schools for children from the UK. They are currentl...Read more
Traffic drives on the right and seat belts are compulsory and children under the age of 12 must ride in the rear of the car. Road conditions vary greatly. There are over 2,250km of roads on the island...Read more
The country code is +238. There is broadband internet connection avaliable in Sal, Santiago, San Vicente and Boa Vista but not yet on Maio. There are also ISDN lines in Praia. CV Telecom mobile card c...Read more
Car hire.
Car hire is readily available in Cape Verde.
An international driving licence is needed and third party motor insurance is mandatory. You will be given an insurance disk and this must ...Read more
British Embassy.
There is no UK representation in Cape Verde. However Mr Antonio Canuto, the British Honorary Consul in Mindelo, Sao Vincente island can provide limited assistance in an emergency...Read more
Cape Verde's banking organisations are overseen by the central bank. Cash points are available in some of the larger towns and cities. Some banks offer customers debit and credit cards and a small nu...Read more
