Residency through investment or employment. Naturalization after 5 years. Portuguese language required. Remote Islands Economy. Very small Indian community. No bilateral agreements with India.
Standard path to citizenship through extended residency in Cape Verde.
Obtain Residency
Secure initial residency permit through work, family, or other qualifying category
~3 monthsMaintain Continuous Residency
Live in Cape Verde for the required 5 years
~60 monthsApply for Citizenship
Submit naturalization application with supporting documents
~6 monthsInterview and Tests
Complete citizenship interview and any required language/civics tests
~3 monthsReceive Citizenship
Take oath and receive citizenship certificate
~2 months