| CAPE VERDE |
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Map location
| Countrywide Info |
Universal Time Zone
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-1
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| International Country Code |
238
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| IDD International Prefix |
0
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| NDD National Prefix |
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Country Currency
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Cape Verde Escudo (CVE) = 100 centavos. Notes are in denominations of CVE5000, 2500, 2000, 1000, 500, 200, and 100. Coins are in denominations of CVE200, 100, 50, 20, 10, and 1. Major credit cards are widely accepted in major towns and tourist areas.
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Currency Restrictions |
There are no restrictions on bringing currency into Cape Verde but must be declared on arrival.
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Public Holidays Observed |
New Year's Day - 1 January
Democracy Day - 13 January
Heroes' Day - 20 January
Carnival - February
Labour Day - 1 May
Municipal Day - 19 May
Children's Day - 1 June
Independence Day - 5 July
Assumption (Day of Our Lady of Grace) - 15 August
National Day - 12 September
All Saints' Day - 1 November
Christmas Day - 25 December
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Main Religions |
Majority are Roman Catholic. Protestant minority.
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Languages Spoken |
Official language is Portuguese. Creole is spoken by most of the inhabitants. Some English, French, German and Spanish are spoken.
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Customs Allowance
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Health Information |
Yellow fever certificate is required for anyone from an infected area. There is a limited risk of Malaria from SeptemberNovember on Santiago Island. Vaccinations against Hepatitis A, B and E and Tetanus are recommended. All water and fresh milk should be sterilized before use.
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