{"id":4660,"date":"2026-07-13T15:00:54","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T16:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/?p=4660"},"modified":"2026-07-13T15:00:55","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T16:00:55","slug":"cape-verde-green-card-permanent-residence-with-tax-benefits-for-investors-and-pensioners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/green-card-cabo-verde-residencia-permanente-com-beneficios-fiscais-para-investidores-e-reformados\/","title":{"rendered":"Cape Verde Green Card: permanent residence with tax benefits for investors and pensioners"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Cape Verde has established itself as one of the most attractive destinations for foreign investors and retirees seeking permanent residence in a tropical paradise with significant tax advantages. The so-called <strong>Cape Verdean Green Card<\/strong>, the Permanent Residence Card for Investors, offers a robust legal framework, long-term tax exemptions and access to one of the most competitive tax regimes in West Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this comprehensive guide <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3877\">S&amp;D Consultancy<\/a><\/strong> explains how the scheme works, who is eligible to apply, what tax benefits are available and how to structure your investment efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What is the Cape Verde Green Card?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>O <strong>Cape Verdean Green Card<\/strong> is the common name given to the system of <strong>permanent residence through investment<\/strong> in Cape Verde, formalised through the <a href=\"https:\/\/boe.incv.cv\/Bulletins\/Details\/A2020\/S1\/BO24\/3139\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Emigrant Investor Status (Law No. 73\/IX\/2020, of 2 March)<\/a> and supplemented by the <a href=\"https:\/\/boe.incv.cv\/Bulletins\/Details\/A2013\/S1\/BO4\/1645\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Tax Benefits Code (Law No. 26\/VIII\/2013)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a government programme that grants permanent residence permits to foreign nationals who make eligible investments in the archipelago, with benefits <a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\">different tax rates for investors and pensioners<\/a>.<a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Who can apply?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The programme covers three main profiles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A) Foreign investors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Foreign nationals who make a minimum investment in eligible property or productive assets in Cape Verde.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum investment in property: <strong>80,000 euros<\/strong> on islands with a per capita GDP below the national average; <strong>120,000 euros<\/strong> on the other islands. <a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">B) Foreign retirees and pensioners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Retired foreign nationals who are granted permanent residence under the specific government programme.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They must provide evidence of a stable and sufficient pension or retirement income to cover their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.camara.cv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Codigo-dos-Beneficios-Fiscais.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">maintenance in the country<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.camara.cv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Codigo-dos-Beneficios-Fiscais.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">C) Cape Verdean emigrants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cape Verdean citizens with permanent residence abroad who invest in Cape Verde.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum investment: <strong>50,000 euros<\/strong> in tangible or intangible assets. <a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Tax benefits for investors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exemption from IRPC on dividends and profits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Profits and dividends generated by the investment in Cape Verde remain <strong>completely exempt from Corporate Income Tax (IRPC)<\/strong> during the first <strong>5 years<\/strong>. After this period, a reduced rate of <strong>10%<\/strong>, compared with the overall rate of 20%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exemption from capital repayments and interest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Repayments and interest relating to investment-related financial transactions are also exempt from tax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exemption from the Single Wealth Tax (IUP)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Investors who purchase an eligible property are entitled to <strong>exemption from the IUP for 10 years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tax relief for relevant projects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2026 State Budget introduced cuts of up to <strong>30% in tax collection<\/strong> for investment projects deemed to be significant, which may amount to <strong>50%<\/strong> in municipalities with a per capita GDP below the national average.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Tax benefits for pensioners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tax exemption on pension income<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Foreign pensioners with permanent residence and income from abroad (pensions) are entitled to<a href=\"https:\/\/advogados.cv\/visto-de-aposentadoria-em-cabo-verde-paraiso-legal-para-expatriados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"> <strong>total exemption from tax on such income<\/strong><\/a> in Cape Verde.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/advogados.cv\/visto-de-aposentadoria-em-cabo-verde-paraiso-legal-para-expatriados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Customs exemption on the import of a motor vehicle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Retirees granted permanent residence enjoy <strong>exemption from customs duties on the import of a passenger car for personal use<\/strong>, and may also be driven by a spouse, children or a contracted driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.camara.cv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Codigo-dos-Beneficios-Fiscais.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Customs allowance for personal effects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is also planned that <strong>customs allowance<\/strong> with regard to the import of personal and household items, including furniture for furnishing a dwelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.camara.cv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Codigo-dos-Beneficios-Fiscais.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Other benefits of the programme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Benefits<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong class=\"\">Permanent residence<\/strong><\/td><td>A card valid throughout the archipelago, granting rights similar to those of local residents<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong class=\"\">Access to public services<\/strong><\/td><td>Health, education and other public services<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong class=\"\">Double taxation treaties<\/strong><\/td><td>Agreements with Portugal, Spain, the US and other countries to avoid double taxation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Political stability and security<\/strong><\/td><td>Cape Verde is regarded as one of the most stable countries in Africa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Quality of life<\/strong><\/td><td>A tropical climate, idyllic beaches, an affordable cost of living<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/advogados.cv\/visto-de-aposentadoria-em-cabo-verde-paraiso-legal-para-expatriados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Required documentation and procedure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Documents required:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Valid identification document (passport or national identity card)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of income or investment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certificate of criminal record from the country of origin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid health insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of residence in the country of origin (for emigrants)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Process:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The application for Migrant Investor Status is submitted to the <strong>One-Stop Service Centre for Migrants<\/strong> or via the <strong>Single Government Portal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certificate issue deadline: <strong>10 working days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For permanent residence, the process may vary between <strong>30 to 60 days<\/strong>, depending on the complexity of the case. <a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Priority sectors for investment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2026 State Budget has identified strategic sectors for which additional incentives will be provided:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Sector<\/th><th>Main incentive<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Renewable energies<\/strong><\/td><td>Exemption from anti-dumping duties, VAT and ICE on imports of photovoltaic panels<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sustainable tourism<\/strong><\/td><td>Tourist Attraction Status with tax exemption<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Digital economy \/ ICT<\/strong><\/td><td>IRPC rate of 2.5% for tech start-ups<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong class=\"\">Construction and property<\/strong><\/td><td>Customs exemption for materials for a primary residence<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong class=\"\">Agriculture and agribusiness<\/strong><\/td><td>Incentives for production, exports and modernisation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong class=\"\">Fisheries and the blue economy<\/strong><\/td><td>Support for the development of the ocean economy<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Why choose S&amp;D Consultancy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong class=\"\">S&amp;D Consultancy<\/strong> is the ideal strategic partner to help you organise your investment and residency in Cape Verde. We provide a comprehensive range of services, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility assessment<\/strong> for the Green Card programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Efficient tax planning<\/strong> of the investment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monitoring the process<\/strong> application for permanent residence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advice on property purchases<\/strong> and company formation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Analysis of double taxation treaties<\/strong> applicable to your situation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong class=\"\">Wealth planning<\/strong> and inheritance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Our in-depth knowledge of the Cape Verdean legal framework, combined with practical experience in assisting foreign investors, ensures that your process is handled with <strong>legal certainty, efficiency and complete transparency<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the minimum investment required to obtain a Cape Verdean Green Card?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The minimum investment in property is <strong>80,000 euros<\/strong> on islands with a per capita GDP below the national average, and <strong>120,000 euros<\/strong> on the other islands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do pensioners pay tax on their pensions in Cape Verde?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No. Foreign pensioners with permanent residence and income from abroad are entitled to <strong>total tax exemption<\/strong> on that income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/advogados.cv\/visto-de-aposentadoria-em-cabo-verde-paraiso-legal-para-expatriados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I set up a company in Cape Verde from abroad?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. With the service <strong>Company on the Day<\/strong> and via the Government\u2019s Single Portal, it is possible to start the registration process remotely. S&amp;D Consultoria can handle the entire process on your behalf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/incentives-for-the-cape-verdean-diaspora-the-complete-guide-for-emigrants-wishing-to-invest-in-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does Cape Verde have any double taxation agreements?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Cape Verde has double taxation agreements with <strong class=\"\">Portugal, Spain, the United States<\/strong> and other countries, ensuring legal certainty regarding the repatriation of profits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/advogados.cv\/visto-de-aposentadoria-em-cabo-verde-paraiso-legal-para-expatriados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does the permanent residence application process take?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The average processing time ranges from <strong>30 to 60 days<\/strong>, depending on the complexity of the case and the completeness of the documentation submitted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/advogados.cv\/visto-de-aposentadoria-em-cabo-verde-paraiso-legal-para-expatriados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>O <strong class=\"\">Cape Verde Green Card<\/strong> It represents a unique opportunity for investors and retirees seeking permanent residence in a safe, stable country with a highly competitive tax regime. With exemptions from IRPC, IUP and tax on pension income, combined with an affordable cost of living and an exceptional quality of life, Cape Verde stands out as the destination of choice for those wishing to invest or enjoy their golden years in peace and tranquillity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>S&amp;D Consultancy<\/strong> is on hand to guide you through every step of the process, from the initial assessment right through to the realisation of your life plan or investment in Cape Verde.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Please get in touch with us<\/strong> and find out how we can help you obtain your Cape Verde Green Card.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cabo Verde consolidou-se como um dos destinos mais atrativos para investidores e reformados estrangeiros que procuram resid\u00eancia permanente num para\u00edso tropical com vantagens fiscais significativas. O chamado Green Card cabo-verdiano, o Cart\u00e3o de Resid\u00eancia Permanente por Investimento, oferece um quadro jur\u00eddico robusto, isen\u00e7\u00f5es fiscais de longo prazo e acesso a um dos regimes mais competitivos [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":4673,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_breakdance_hide_in_design_set":false,"_breakdance_tags":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4660","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4660","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4660"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4660\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4674,"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4660\/revisions\/4674"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4673"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4660"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4660"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/consultoria.cv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4660"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}