U.S. Department of State
Level 1Exercise Normal Precautions
Exercise normal precautionin Cabo Verde due to crime. Cabo Verde is generally a safe destination for travelers.
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Is Cape Verde safe? 🇨🇻
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As of September 2026, Cape Verde scores 71/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Cape Verde Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Of the 2 Cape Verde destinations assessed, Mindelo scores highest (74/100), while Praia scores lowest (67/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide.
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Level 2Exercise a high degree of caution
Canada's official risk level for Cabo Verde: exercise a high degree of caution.
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Cape Verde destinations by safety score
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03 · Evidence Signals
Cape Verde safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryCA / US | Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions · 2 govts | 75 | CA / US |
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2020 | 7.0 / 100k | 57 | World Bank Open Data (2020) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 79/100 | 79 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 64/100 | 64 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2021 | 16.5 / 100k | 50 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2021) |
04 · Questions
Cape Verde safety FAQ
Is Cape Verde safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Cape Verde Level 1 of 4 — Exercise Normal Precautions. On our composite index Cape Verde averages 71/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 6 September 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Cape Verde?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Mindelo currently scores highest at 74/100 (Safe). Praia scores lowest at 67/100.
Where does this Cape Verde safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.