Airport Security Tax (TSA) and Cape Verde Tourist Tax

If you're planning a trip to Cape Verde, it's essential to understand the mandatory fees that may apply to visitors. In this article, we explain everything about the Airport Security Tax (TSA) and the Cape Verde Tourist Tax, including amounts, how to pay, who is exempt and much more.

Cape Verde Airport Security Tax (TSA)

The Airport Security Tax (TSA) is a fee paid for services rendered to air passengers, and is intended to cover the costs of human resources, materials and information systems related to border and airport security.

1. Amount of the Airport Security Charge

International flights: 3,400 CVE (approximately 31€) per person.
Domestic flights (inter-island): 150 CVE (around €1.50) per person.

If you are traveling with an agency or booking service, check with them to see if the package already includes the TSA fee.

2. How to pay Airport Security Tax?

The Airport Security Tax can be paid in two ways:

Online: Through the platform EASE. All foreign citizens wishing to travel to Cape Verde need to take the pre-register up to five days in advance of your entry into the country, and pay the Airport Security Tax.
At the airport, on arrivalIf you have not pre-registered and paid the fee online, you can do so directly at the airport on arrival. However, we recommend paying in advance to avoid queues at the immigration office. In the future, this option will be discontinued.

3. Who has to pay the Airport Security Tax?

All passengers disembarking at national airports and aerodromes from Cape Verde need to pay the TSA.

They are exempt from paying TSA:

Cape Verdean passport holders on international flights;
People born in Cape Verde and their spouses and descendants;
Foreigners living in Cape Verde;
Children under 2 years old, regardless of nationality;
Passengers on official missions who disembark on aircraft in the private service of the State of Cape Verde or a foreign state;
Passengers on aircraft landing for forced return justified by technical or meteorological reasons, or other force majeure, duly proven.

Cape Verde Tourist Tax

The Cape Verde Tourist Tax is a tax levied on all visitors staying in accommodation establishments in Cape Verde, such as hotels, hostels, apartments, pensions or other types of accommodation. The purpose of this tax is to finance the development and promotion of tourism in the country, which is one of the country's main (and few) sources of income.

1. Value of Cape Verde Tourist Tax

The value of Cape Verde's tourist tax is €2.50 (276 CVE) per person, per nightup to a maximum of 10 nights (€25 per guest).

Visitors under the age of 16 are exempt from the tourist tax.

2. How is the Tourist Tax charged?

The fee is charged directly by the accommodation establishment, usually at check-in or check-out.

In some cases, the fee is already included in the price of the booking. Check with your travel agency or directly with the accommodation establishment to see if the fees are already included in the package or booking, so you don't get any surprises at check-in or check-out.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

a) What is the difference between the TSA and the Cape Verde Tourist Tax?

The Airport Security Tax (TSA) is charged to all foreign passengers arriving in Cape Verde to cover the costs of airport security and infrastructure maintenance. The Tourist Tax is applied to all visitors staying in accommodation establishments in the country, with the aim of financing the development of tourism.

b) How much is the Airport Security Tax (TSA)?

International flights: 3,400 CVE (around 31€) per person.

Domestic flights (inter-island): 150 CVE (around €1.50) per person.

c) How do I pay the Airport Security Tax?

Online: Through the platform EASEwith pre-registration required up to 5 days before the trip.

At the airport: If you haven't paid online, you can pay directly at the airport on arrival.

d) Who has to pay the Airport Security Tax?

All foreign passengers, except: tcapeverdean passport holders on international flights, cchildren under 2 years old, andforeigners living in Cape Verde, ppassengers on official missions or state flights.

e) How valid is the payment of the Airport Security Tax?

The TSA payment is valid for entry into the country on the selected date.

f) How much is the Cape Verde Tourist Tax?

2.50€ (276 CVE) per person, per night, up to a maximum of 10 nights (25€ in total).

g) Is the Tourist Tax included in the price of the reservation?

It depends on the establishment or travel agency. Check in advance if the price is already included in your package.

h) Does the Tourist Tax apply to children?

No, children under 16 are exempt.

i) Do I have to pay a fee to enter Cape Verde?

Yes, all foreign visitors must pay the Airport Security Tax (TSA). In addition, if you are staying, you will also pay the Tourist Tax.

Conclusion

If you're planning to travel to Cape Verde, it's essential to know about the taxes that may apply to visitors, including the Airport Security Tax and the Cape Verde Tourist Tax. The Airport Security Tax must be paid by all foreign citizens traveling to Cape Verde and is used to cover costs related to airport security. The Tourist Tax is applied to all visitors staying in accommodation establishments and is used for the development and promotion of tourism in the country. Check with your travel agency or booking service if these taxes are already included in your travel package.

Extra Tips

Pre-register online from the TSA to avoid queues at the airport.
Keep all payment receipts.
Check in advance whether taxes are included in your travel package.

For more information on what you need to know before your trip to Cape Verde, consult our A-Z Travel Guide!