What Is Cape Verde EASE Pre-Registration?
EASE is Cape Verde’s traveller pre-registration system. It collects key travel information before arrival, including passport details, travel dates, flight information and accommodation details. It is not a visa and does not replace a visa where one is required for your passport, trip purpose or planned length of stay.
Visa exemption, EASE pre-registration and the Airport Security Fee (TSA) are separate entry matters. For example, British, US and Canadian passport holders are generally visa-exempt for tourist visits of up to 30 days, but EASE pre-registration and the TSA may still apply. For visa questions, see Cape Verde visa and entry requirements.
Completing EASE does not guarantee admission to Cape Verde. Border authorities make the final decision when you arrive.
Who Needs to Complete Cape Verde EASE?
Foreign travellers are generally expected to complete EASE before travelling, including travellers whose passports are exempt from a tourist visa. Cape Verdean nationals and foreign residents are listed as exempt from pre-registration, but the rule can depend on the document and status used for travel.
Do not assume that a visa exemption also removes EASE or TSA requirements. Likewise, an exemption from the TSA does not automatically mean that every other entry formality is waived. Check the requirements for the passport you will use, your route and your traveller status.
How to Complete the Cape Verde EASE Form
- Check whether EASE applies to your trip. Confirm your passport, residence status, itinerary and any relevant exemption before starting.
- Prepare your passport. Use the same passport that you will present for travel and at border control.
- Enter your personal details. Provide the requested identity and contact information carefully.
- Add your travel dates. Enter your expected arrival date and planned departure date accurately.
- Provide your flight information. Have your flight number available before you begin.
- Add your accommodation details. Enter the address or lodging information requested for your stay.
- Review the information and pay the TSA if applicable. Check every entry before submitting, especially passport number, flight number and arrival date.
- Save your confirmation. Keep proof of your completed pre-registration available for airline or border checks.
If a travel detail changes after registration, do not assume that your existing confirmation can be used unchanged. Verify the applicable instructions before departure.
What Documents Do You Need for EASE?
| What to prepare | Why it is needed |
|---|---|
| Valid passport | To enter the passport information used for your journey. |
| Arrival and departure dates | To provide your planned travel schedule. |
| Flight number | To identify your inbound journey. |
| Accommodation details | To provide your planned place of lodging in Cape Verde. |
| Contact information | To complete the traveller record. |
| Payment method, where applicable | To pay the TSA when you are not exempt. |
| Exemption evidence, where relevant | To support a claim for an applicable TSA or pre-registration exemption. |
Use details that match your passport and travel booking. A mismatch in a passport number, flight number or arrival date can make it harder to rely on the confirmation at the border.
How Much Does Cape Verde EASE Cost?
EASE itself is the pre-registration process. Where the Airport Security Fee applies, the international TSA is 4,400 CVE, approximately €39.90. This amount has applied since 4 November 2026.
Some administrative pages may still display the former 3,400 CVE amount. Use the current TSA amount when planning your journey. Optional private assistance, if selected, is a separate service and does not replace the government TSA. Whether a private service includes payment handling depends on the service offered.
When Should You Complete EASE Before Travelling?
British passport holders are advised to complete the traveller entry form at least five days before arrival. This is a sensible planning benchmark for travellers who need EASE, but you should always check the rules that apply to your own passport and journey.
Do not wait until the airport. From 1 July 2026, British travellers who have not completed pre-registration or cannot show proof may have to pay double the TSA fee at border control. Other travellers should verify how the rule applies to their nationality and circumstances.
How to Retrieve Your EASE Confirmation
Keep your registration confirmation as soon as you receive it and store a copy where you can access it during your journey. You may be asked to show proof when travelling or on arrival.
If you cannot locate your confirmation, use the official EASE instructions or support route associated with your registration. Do not rely on an unconfirmed registration status at the airport.
Can You Change Your EASE Registration?
The available official guidance does not set out one universal update procedure for every changed detail. If your passport, flight, arrival date or accommodation changes, check the applicable official instructions before travelling rather than assuming that the original registration remains valid.
Where a traveller completed EASE and paid the TSA but did not take the planned trip, consular guidance states that the pre-registration and TSA payment can remain valid for one year from completion. This does not confirm that a registration with changed travel details can always be reused.
Do Children Need Cape Verde EASE?
Children aged one and under are exempt from the TSA and do not need a completed traveller entry form. Other children should meet the EASE and TSA requirements that apply to their passport and situation.
Each child should travel with their own valid passport. If a minor travels alone or with someone other than a parent or legal guardian, additional consent documentation may be required depending on the child’s circumstances.
Who Is Exempt from the Airport Security Fee?
The TSA has specific exemptions. These can include children under two, Cape Verdean passport holders on international flights, eligible transit passengers, certain official missions and passengers affected by a documented forced return to the airport.
Since 4 November 2026, the TSA exemption on international flights also covers people born in Cape Verde, their children and their spouses. Supporting documents may be needed to establish eligibility. The exact evidence and conditions should be checked before travel, particularly where a traveller uses a foreign passport.
Foreign residents may be exempt from EASE pre-registration, but this should not be treated as an automatic TSA exemption. Keep visa, pre-registration and TSA exemptions separate when checking your trip. For more details, consult the official Cape Verde consular FAQ.
What Happens If You Arrive Without EASE?
A traveller who has not pre-registered may be required to register on arrival and pay the TSA, as well as any visa fee that applies to their passport. This can delay your border process.
British travellers who arrive without pre-registration or proof of confirmation may face double the TSA fee at border control. Carrying your confirmation is therefore as important as completing the registration itself.
Official EASE Registration vs Private Assistance
You can complete the pre-registration directly through the competent Cape Verdean authorities. Optional private assistance is separate from the official process and may help you prepare the information, understand the fields and check the details before submission.
Private assistance is not a government service, does not decide eligibility and cannot guarantee approval or entry. It can be useful when you want help reviewing passport and travel details before the form is submitted.