Cabo Verde Investment Guide

Doing business in Cabo Verde. 

Welcome to the beautiful and stable archipelago of Cabo Verde. As one of Africa's most politically stable and economically progressive nations, we offer compelling opportunities for global investors, ambitious entrepreneurs, and remote professionals seeking a transformative location.

Whether you are looking to establish a multinational company, invest in high-growth sectors, or simply enjoy a tax-exempt, year-long remote work experience, our islands are ready to support your goals.

Use the categories below to quickly navigate the legal framework, administrative procedures, and lifestyle essentials of 

1: The Macro View

Before diving into paperwork, investors need to understand the "Big Picture."

• Macroeconomic Outlook for 2025–2030: Growth projections and stability.

• The Mid-Atlantic Hub: Cabo Verde's strategic location between three continents.

• Why Cabo Verde is an Emerging Opportunity: The "Elevator Pitch" for the country.

• Economic Partnerships: Leveraging ECOWAS, EU GSP+, US AGOA, and AfCFTA.

• The Three Constraints Every Investor Must Understand: An honest look at energy, water, and scale.

• Investment Risk Profile: Transparency on potential hurdles.

• Small Island State Challenges: Understanding the context of emigration and a domestic economy.

2: Legal Framework & Protection

Establishing trust through the law.

• Investment Law: Guarantees & Protection: The legal backbone of your rights.

• Protection of Foreign Capital: Safeguards for international assets.

• Repatriation of Funds and Income Transfer: How to move your profits back home.

• Investment Law – Uncertainty and Profit Repatriation: Managing risks and expectations.

• Labor Law: Hiring Employees in Cabo Verde: A guide to the 2025 workforce.

• Hiring Human Resources: Local vs. Foreign talent and the "Skills Gap."

• 2025 Salary Guide: Current benchmarks for human resource costs.

3: The "How-To" (Company Setup & Admin)

The practical step-by-step guide to becoming a legal entity.

• Understanding Investment Procedures for Foreign Investors: The roadmap.

• Empresa no Dia vs. Balcão Único do Investidor (BUI): Choosing the right speed for your business.

• Obtaining a Número de Identificação Fiscal (NIF): Your first administrative step.

• Cabo Verde Casa do Cidadão (Citizen's House): Your primary touchpoint for government services.

• Setting Up a Limited Liability Company (Lda): The most common legal structure.

• Procedures for Company Incorporation and Registration: A deep dive into the paperwork.

• TradeInvest: The Investment & Export Promotion Agency: How they help you scale.

4: Fiscal Landscape (Tax & Incentives)

Optimizing the bottom line.

• 2025 Taxation Guide: An overview of the fiscal system.

• Cabo Verde Corporate Taxation: 2025 rates and rules.

• New Fiscal Incentives for 2025: What's new in the latest budget?

• Strategic Tax Incentives: Long-term benefits for major projects.

• Single Property Tax (IUP): Understanding real estate taxes.

• Special Economic Zones (ZDTI): Incentives in specific geographical areas.

• International Business Centers (CIN): Specialized hubs for global trade.

5: Sectors & Opportunities

Where to put your capital.

• Tourism Challenges & Opportunities: Moving beyond the "All-Inclusive" model.

• Renewable Energy: Solar and wind opportunities in a 100% green-target nation.

• Digital Transformation & Services: The rise of the "Tech Islands."

• Agribusiness & Hydroponics: Solving food security through smart tech.

• Fisheries & Blue Economy: Sustainable harvesting of Atlantic resources.

• Light Manufacturing and Pharmaceuticals: Creating local value.

• How a Company Can Become an Exporter: Tapping into global markets.

 6: Infrastructure & Living

The logistics of running a business and life.

• Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity: Fiber optics and the Starlink era.

• Energy and Water Supply & Costs: Managing the highest costs of business.

• Transportation: Ship & Airplane Inter-Ilhas: The logistics of the archipelago.

• Maritime Transport & Port System: Strategic infrastructure for trade.

• Banking in Cabo Verde: Navigating the financial system.

• Real Estate: Access to Land and Buying Property: A guide for investors. 

• Cabo Verde for Digital Nomads: Why your employees might want to live here.

• Healthcare and Education for Expats: Quality of life for families.

• Business Etiquette and Culture: The "Soft Skills" needed to succeed locally.