As Cabo Verde’s diplomatic representation in the UK, the Embassy of Cabo Verde in London handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | London, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 3226 436270 |
| Fax | +44 3226 463385 |
| emb.caboverde@skynet.be | |
| Head of Mission | Octavio Bento Gomes, Chargé d’affaires a.i. |
| National Day | 5 July |
Opening Hours
The FCDO list gives no opening hours for this mission. Contact it by phone or e-mail before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
- Preparation: check the required documents on the mission’s website and bring originals with copies.
Who runs the Cabo Verdean Embassy?
The mission is currently led by Octavio Bento Gomes as chargé d’affaires a.i.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Cabo Verdean passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the mission’s website first.
Closing days
The embassy is normally closed on UK bank holidays and on Cabo Verde’s national day (5 July). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
Cabo Verdean nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +44 3226 436270. Consular staff can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but cannot cover costs or interfere with UK authorities. In the UK, the emergency number is 999 (or 112).
Diplomatic missions of Cabo Verde in the United Kingdom
Cabo Verde in the United Kingdom
- London – Embassy of Cabo Verde (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Cabo Verde in London
Who leads the Cabo Verdean Embassy in London?
Octavio Bento Gomes (Chargé d’affaires a.i.), according to the London Diplomatic List of October 2026.
Is the Cabo Verdean Embassy closed on the national day?
The FCDO list gives 5 July for Cabo Verde; missions usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – London Diplomatic List (October 2026). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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