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Everything you need to know to buy, rent or invest in property in Cape Verde.

Moving to Cape Verde: A Complete Checklist

Visas, housing, first steps: everything you need to organise before and after moving to Cape Verde.

Santiago, Sal, São Vicente, Boa Vista: an overview of Cape Verde's main islands for those looking to live or invest.

From your tax number to the land registry certificate: the list of documents you need to gather to buy property in Cape Verde.

What to check before signing a lease in Cape Verde: deposit, term, renewal and responsibilities.

Stability, a euro-pegged currency and growing tourism: the reasons drawing investors to Cape Verde's property market.

Housing, food, transport and utilities: a realistic overview of the cost of living in Cape Verde, with a focus on Praia.

Power of attorney, video-call viewings and diaspora mortgages: how to buy property in Cape Verde without travelling there.

Palmarejo, Achada Santo António, the Plateau or Cidadela? Get to know each Praia neighbourhood's profile before choosing where to live.

From first contact to the deed: the process, documents, costs and financing for buying a house in Cape Verde, explained step by step.