Government Advisory
20
LowLevel 1: Exercise normal precautions
Cabo Verde
AfricaHigher risk than 47% of countries. Main concerns: petty crime and tourist scams.
Traveler Practical Risk
40
ElevatedConfidence: high. Main drivers: petty crime, tourist scams, transport reliability.
Risk Profile
Score breakdown across 7 risk dimensions
🔓Petty Crime
Africa avg: 5768
🎭Scams
Africa avg: 6658
🚌Transport
Africa avg: 6650
📢Civil Unrest
Africa avg: 7232
🌊Natural Disaster
Africa avg: 2424
🏥Health
Africa avg: 4318
⚠️Violent Incident
Africa avg: 5017
Practical advice
- ✓Use app-based rides after dark and avoid displaying valuables in crowded areas.
Data Sources & Updates · Last updated 12/18/2025
Indicators: World Bank Governance & Stability Indicators (2024)
Recent update: Updated 2025-12-18 from refreshed advisory and traveler risk indicators.
Frequently Asked Questions — Cabo Verde
- Is Cabo Verde safe to travel to?
- Cabo Verde has a practical risk score of 40/100 (Elevated). The government advisory level is "Low". Main risk drivers are petty crime and tourist scams.
- What are the main travel risks in Cabo Verde?
- The primary risk factors for travelers in Cabo Verde are: petty crime, tourist scams, transport reliability. Petty crime is rated 68/100 and violent incidents 17/100.
- What is the current travel advisory for Cabo Verde?
- The U.S. Department of State advisory for Cabo Verde is "Low" (score: 20/100). Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- What safety tips should I know before visiting Cabo Verde?
- Use app-based rides after dark and avoid displaying valuables in crowded areas.
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