The Cape Verde airport security fee

Cape Verde levies an airport security fee connected with arrival in the country. It is small relative to the cost of a holiday, but the rules around it changed in 2026 and catch travellers out.

The key 2026 change

From 1 July 2026, travellers who have not completed pre-registration — or who cannot provide confirmation of it — may be required to pay a double fee at the border. In other words, the fee itself is minor; the penalty for not pre-registering is what to avoid.

How to avoid paying double

1. Complete the online traveller entry form / pre-registration before you fly.
2. Save the confirmation (a screenshot or printout) so you can show it on arrival.
3. Do this for every traveller, including children, unless official guidance says otherwise.

Where this fits

The security fee sits alongside the entry form and visa rules. Together they are the small administrative tasks that make arrival smooth. Factor the fee into your trip budget, and always confirm the current amount and rules on the official GOV.UK page before travelling — fees and dates can change.