Cabo Verde Travel Advisory: Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Location: Cabo Verde

Event: Cabo Verde Travel Advisory: Level 3: Reconsider Travel

The U.S. Department of State updated the Travel Advisory for Cabo Verde on August 17, 2020, to Level 3: Reconsider Travel to Cabo Verde due to COVID-19. This Travel Advisory, which includes updated information on COVID-19 related conditions, is a downgrade from the previous Travel Advisory that initially replaced the Global Level 4 Health Advisory. Travelers are encouraged to read the entire Advisory.

The pandemic poses unprecedented risks, and Department of State advisories take into account the latest data on COVID-related risks. Given current global conditions, most countries around the world are currently at Level 3 or Level 4.

Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Cabo Verde due to COVID-19.

Cabo Verde has lifted stay at home orders and resumed some transportation options and business operations. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Cabo Verde.

Exercise Increased Caution In:

Praia due to crime.

Read the country information page.

If you decide to travel to Cabo Verde:

See the U.S. Embassy’s web page regarding COVID-19.
Visit the CDC’s webpage on Travel and COVID-19.
Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
Use caution when walking or driving at night.
Be aware of your surroundings.
Do not display signs of wealth, such as expensive watches or jewelry.
Do not answer your door at your hotel/residence unless you know who it is.
Be extra vigilant when visiting banks or ATMs.
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
Review the Crime and Safety Report for Cabo Verde.
Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.