Moving to Cabo Verde from Gibraltar

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Gibraltar to Cabo Verde — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Gibraltar to Cabo Verde.

Is it safe?

Homicide rateUnited Nations SDG Indicators, 2020

per 100,000 people per year

GI
3.2
CV
6.2

Gibraltar performs better than Cabo Verde across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capitaWorld Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

GI
16.1t
CV
1.3t

Cabo Verde performs significantly better than Gibraltar across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 peopleUnited Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

GI
70.2
CV
5.8
Internet accessThe World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

GI
94.4%
CV
70.0%

Gibraltar performs better than Cabo Verde across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rateThe World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

GI
1.0%
CV
12.0%
GDP per capitaThe World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

GI
$61,700
CV
$8,200

Gibraltar performs better than Cabo Verde across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancyThe World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GI
80.4 yrs
CV
73.8 yrs
Infant mortalityThe World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GI
6.2
CV
23.5

Gibraltar performs better than Cabo Verde across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Gibraltar and Cabo Verde. To live, work, or study long-term in Cabo Verde, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Cabo Verde's immigration authority.

Cabo Verde passport

Cabo Verde passport holder visiting Gibraltar

Visa Required
Cabo Verde passport holders need a visa to enter Gibraltar.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Cabo Verde?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Cabo Verde has 5.8 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Cabo Verde safe for expats?

Gibraltar performs better than Cabo Verde across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Cabo Verde is 6.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.2 in Gibraltar.

What language do they speak in Cabo Verde?

The official language in Cabo Verde is Portuguese. In Gibraltar, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

GI CV
Population29,573596,707
CurrencyGibraltar Pound (GIP)Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE)
LanguagesEnglishPortuguese
Driving sideRightRight
Calling code+350+238
Time zones11