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Cape Verde

Republic of Cabo Verde

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About Cape Verde

Cape Verde, officially the Republic of Cabo Verde, is a country in Western Africa. Its capital and largest political center is Praia. It covers an area of roughly 4,033 square kilometers.

The main languages spoken across Cape Verde include Portuguese. Day-to-day trade runs on the Cape Verdean escudo (CVE), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter. Cape Verde has its own coastline, giving it direct access to maritime trade routes.

FAQs

What is the capital of Cape Verde?
Praia is the capital of Cape Verde.

What currency is used in Cape Verde?
Day-to-day trade runs on the Cape Verdean escudo (CVE), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter.

How many countries border Cape Verde?
Cape Verde has no land borders — it's an island nation or otherwise geographically isolated.

What is the calling code for Cape Verde?
To call Cape Verde from abroad, dial the international access code followed by +238.