A new Start in Cape Verde
Cape Verde
A virtual guide to the islands of Cabo Verde, or Cape Verde, an island nation on an archipelago of volcanic origin in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwestern coast of Africa, about 600 km west of Senegal. Cape Verde shares maritime borders with Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritania, and Senegal.
Cape Verde is blessed with beautiful weather all year round. Fly only 2 more hours to the south from the Canaries and there is the Cape Verde archipelago. For example, it is only a 6 hours flight from Amsterdam or London. Each island is unique and different. Kilometers of white and sandy beaches, historical towns, unspoiled nature, whales and turtles, pleasant weather, great food and a Portuguese atmosphere.
What are the 9 islands of Cape Verde? The islands in the Barlavento group are Santo Antão, São Vicente, Santa Luzia, São Nicolau, Sal, and Boa Vista. The islands in the Sotavento group are Maio, Santiago, Fogo, and Brava. All but Santa Luzia are inhabited.
Is Cape Verde a good country for expats?
Cape Verde has become a popular destination for both nomads and expats alike as it offers a variety of activities to enjoy and a reliable infrastructure for working remotely.
What about the school system?
Education in Cape Verde is organized into a six-six formal education structure, meaning that children enter primary school at the age of 6, and then are required to attend school for six years. The secondary education level requires students to attend for five more years, grades seven through 12 (in terms of how the U.S. educational system is structured). Higher education is offered for those who are interested.
The secondary education level has a curriculum that focuses on the acquisition of scientific, technological and cultural knowledge in order to prepare children for the workforce. Technical skills learned in schools will help them be qualified for the labor market. In addition, the acquisition of artistic knowledge is available for those who prefer a paintbrush rather than a wrench.
Higher education seeks to ensure strong scientific, cultural and technical foundations, which are necessary for professional and cultural activities. Innovation, design and critical analysis skills are often the specific goals for this level, and universities are offered.
Since its impressive growth in education, Cape Verde has been looking to the future in order to ensure that education remains a focus. To this day, improvements are still being made in its literacy rate.
You find good public and private schools in Praia and Mindelo.
Can a foreigner buy a house in Cape Verde?
Firstly there are no restrictions for foreigners to buy in Cape Verde. The Cape Verde Escudo is linked to the euro at 110,265 CVE.
Is Cape Verde a good place to invest?
With a population of just over 550,000 people, Cape Verde is a small country that has made significant progress in recent years, particularly in economic development and political stability. This progress has made Cape Verde an attractive destination for investors and entrepreneurs looking to do business in Africa.
Which business is good in Cape Verde?
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Start a hotel or guesthouse. Become a virtual assistant. Start a niche web design business. Start a voice over service. Start an IT company. Start an online video editing business. Start a travel agency. Start a graphic design business. Start a real estate business. Work as a tourist guide.
The economy is service-oriented, with commerce, transport, and public services accounting for almost 70% of the GDP.
Can foreigners work in Cape Verde?
If you are a foreigner and want to get a job in Cape Verde, then according to the legislation of this country you have the right to work if you have a work contract that is signed by the General Directorate of Labor. You must also have a valid visa to stay in the country. You can open your own company within 24 hours. We offer start-up services here at StartCV.
What are the advantages of living in Cape Verde?
One advantage is that the local people are super hospitable, spontaneously and friendly. Some call this “Morabeza”. Making friends is not that difficult. Many people speak Portuguese, English and French, but they also understand Spanish.
The weather is always great! It’s sunny, which is also one reason the locals are mostly happy! Dance, music, and culture are very important in the Cape Verdian culture and you can notice that on the streets. Another advantage is that Cape Verde is a safe place. Of course, you have to be careful during the nights like in every country.
What Can we Do for You?
From our own experiences we know that settling in a foreign country is a big step.
It is worth asking for guidelines. There is no such thing as a perfect country.
All places have ups and downs. You fit in Cape Verde if:
You enjoy a simple and stressless life You have good adaptation skills and try to understand people´s lifestyle – You are not afraid to start a new business and just go for it You love freedom and a stable political climate You are an addict of water sports, music, dance and art You enjoy warm but not too hot temperatures all year long
For some people Cape Verde is an interval, for others it´s their final destination. However, to be informed well is always a good idea.
About: housing, residence permit, work permit, life costs, schools, investment opportunities, …
A realistic vision of your future home country is important.