Moving to Cabo Verde from Thailand

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Thailand to Cabo Verde, and you’d need to navigate life in Portuguese. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Praia averages 79°F vs 91°F in Bangkok, making it significantly cooler.

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2020

per 100,000 people per year

TH
4.8
CV
6.2
Feel safe walking at night United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

of residents who feel safe walking alone at night

TH
67%
CV
52%

Thailand generally does better on safety, though Cabo Verde leads in road traffic deaths.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

TH
$1,067
CV
$616
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

TH
9.3
CV
44.6

Thailand generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Cabo Verde leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

TH
29.0
CV
59.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

TH
4.0t
CV
1.3t

Thailand generally does better on environment, though Cabo Verde leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

TH
17.5
CV
5.8
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

TH
23.0%
CV
57.2%

Thailand performs better than Cabo Verde across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

TH
0.9%
CV
12.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

TH
$21,100
CV
$8,200

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

TH
77.7 yrs
CV
73.8 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

TH
6.5
CV
23.5

Thailand generally does better on family life, though Cabo Verde leads in education spending.

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

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Bangkok Rain: 59.0 in/yr (1498 mm)
91° / 75°F

Avg. annual high / low

Praia Rain: 2.8 in/yr (70 mm)
79° / None°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Bangkok Praia
Jan–Mar 91°/74°F (33°/23°C) 76°/None°F (24°/None°C)
Apr–Jun 93°/78°F (34°/26°C) 78°/None°F (25°/None°C)
Jul–Sep 90°/77°F (32°/25°C) 83°/None°F (28°/None°C)
Oct–Dec 89°/73°F (32°/23°C) 80°/None°F (27°/None°C)
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Month Bangkok Praia
Jan 90°/70°F (32.0°/21.0°C) 75°/None°F (24.0°/None°C)
Feb 91°/74°F (32.7°/23.3°C) 75°/None°F (24.1°/None°C)
Mar 93°/77°F (33.7°/24.9°C) 77°/None°F (24.8°/None°C)
Apr 95°/79°F (34.9°/26.1°C) 77°/None°F (24.8°/None°C)
May 93°/78°F (34.0°/25.6°C) 78°/None°F (25.3°/None°C)
Jun 92°/78°F (33.1°/25.4°C) 79°/None°F (26.0°/None°C)
Jul 91°/77°F (32.7°/25.0°C) 81°/None°F (27.2°/None°C)
Aug 90°/77°F (32.5°/24.9°C) 84°/None°F (28.8°/None°C)
Sep 90°/76°F (32.3°/24.6°C) 85°/None°F (29.3°/None°C)
Oct 90°/76°F (32.0°/24.3°C) 83°/None°F (28.6°/None°C)
Nov 89°/74°F (31.6°/23.1°C) 81°/None°F (27.3°/None°C)
Dec 88°/69°F (31.3°/20.8°C) 77°/None°F (25.2°/None°C)

Data: Thai Meteorological Department Thai Meteorological Department

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Thailand 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.

Thailand passport

Thailand passport holder visiting Cabo Verde

Visa on Arrival
Thailand passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Cabo Verde.
Cabo Verde passport

Cabo Verde passport holder visiting Thailand

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Cabo Verde passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Thailand.

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?

Thailand generally does better on safety, though Cabo Verde leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Cabo Verde is 6.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 4.8 in Thailand. About 52% of people in Cabo Verde feel safe walking alone at night.

How is healthcare in Cabo Verde compared to Thailand?

Thailand generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Cabo Verde leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 44.6 doctors per 10,000 people in Cabo Verde, compared to 9.3 in Thailand. Cabo Verde scores 71 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Thailand: 82).

What's the weather like in Cabo Verde compared to Thailand?

The average high temperature in Praia is 79°F, compared to 91°F in Bangkok. Praia receives around 2.8 in of rainfall per year, while Bangkok gets 59.0 in.

What language do they speak in Cabo Verde?

The official language in Cabo Verde is Portuguese. In Thailand, the official language is Thai.

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At a Glance

TH CV
Population 69,648,117 596,707
Currency Thai Baht (THB) Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE)
Languages Thai Portuguese
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +66 +238
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 191