Which vaccinations are required for Cape Verde?

LCR does not list a vaccination that is required for entry to Cape Verde. Recommended vaccines include DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Altitude sickness, Mosquitoes.

Which vaccinations are recommended for Cape Verde?

According to LCR, travel to Cape Verde typically includes: DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Altitude sickness, Mosquitoes. Whether you need them depends on your health, trip length and activities.

When should I get travel vaccinations?

Book a travel clinic appointment 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Some vaccines need more than one dose.

Travel Health

Vaccinations Cape Verde

For Cape Verde, LCR recommends DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Altitude sickness, Mosquitoes, among others.

General advice

DTP
DTP vaccination is recommended for all travelers. Get the vaccination against DTP before you go to this country.
Yellow fever
There is no risk of yellow fever in this country. However, if you come from an other country where there is a risk of yellow fever, the vaccination is compulsory and must be given at least ten days prior to arrival. Ask an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre if you need a vaccination.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all travelers. Get the vaccination before you go to this country.
Altitude sickness
In this country, you can develop altitude sickness. It can happen when you stay at elevations above 2,500 metres.
Mosquitoes
There are illnesses in this country that you can get from mosquitoes, for example zika virus, chikungunya and dengue (break-bone fever). Protect yourself well against mosquito bites during the day (between sunrise and sunset). See also the leaflet ' Muggenwering op reis ' (available in Dutch).

Depends on your trip

Dengue
You may get dengue (break-bone fever) in this country. Vaccination is recommended for some people before they go to this country. Get advice from an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre.
Hepatitis B
Some people need to get a vaccination against hepatitis B before they go to this country. Get advice from an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre.

Other points to watch

Malaria
There is malaria in some areas. Protect yourself against mosquito bites from sunset to sunrise. See also the leaflet ' Muggenwering op reis ' (available in Dutch). Some people will also need to take tablets to prevent malaria. For example, if you do not have a spleen or if your spleen is not functioning properly . The type of tablets needed varies per person. Get advice from an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre.

Source: National Coordination Centre for Travellers' Health (LCR). Last updated June 18, 2026 · Open the LCR page

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Frequently asked questions

Which vaccinations are required for Cape Verde?: LCR does not list a vaccination that is required for entry to Cape Verde. Recommended vaccines include DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Altitude sickness, Mosquitoes.
Which vaccinations are recommended for Cape Verde?: According to LCR, travel to Cape Verde typically includes: DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Altitude sickness, Mosquitoes. Whether you need them depends on your health, trip length and activities.
When should I get travel vaccinations?: Book a travel clinic appointment 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Some vaccines need more than one dose.

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