As Cabo Verde’s diplomatic representation in Spain, the Embassy of Cabo Verde in Madrid handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | C/ Príncipe de Vergara nº 93 -1º A-B, 28006 Madrid, Spain |
| Telephone | +34 91 570 25 68 |
| Fax | +34 91 570 25 63 |
| info@embcv.cv | |
| Head of Mission | Eduardo Jorge Lima Barros Silva, Ambassador |
| National Day | 5 July |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published. Contact the embassy before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at C/ Príncipe de Vergara nº 93 -1º A-B (28006 Madrid).
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
The embassy and its network in Spain
Eduardo Jorge Lima Barros Silva heads the embassy as ambassador; the Spanish list gives 21 February 2024 as the starting date. Six honorary consulates support Cabo Verdean citizens in other parts of Spain.
Consular services
Requests the consular staff deal with:
- Cabo Verdean passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the embassy website first.
Do Spanish citizens need a visa for Cabo Verde?
Spanish citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Cabo Verde (up to 30 days). The Spanish Foreign Ministry advises travelling to Cabo Verde with caution. Details: Spanish travel advice (Recomendaciones de viaje).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Spanish national holidays; Cabo Verdean celebrations on 5 July (national day) usually mean a closure too. Regional holiday in the Community of Madrid: the Community of Madrid Day (2 May). Local holidays of the municipality can bring further closures.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Cabo Verdean citizens should call the embassy on +34 91 570 25 68. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. The Spanish emergency number is 112.
Diplomatic missions of Cabo Verde in Spain
Cabo Verde in Spain
- Madrid – Embassy of Cabo Verde (this page)
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – Honorary Consulate General
- Málaga – Honorary Consulate General
- A Coruña – Honorary Consulate
- Barcelona – Honorary Consulate
- Bilbao – Honorary Consulate
- Valencia – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Cabo Verde in Madrid
What is the address of the Cabo Verdean Embassy in Spain?
At C/ Príncipe de Vergara nº 93 -1º A-B, 28006 Madrid.
Who is the ambassador of Cabo Verde to Spain?
Eduardo Jorge Lima Barros Silva, according to the Spanish diplomatic list of 30 September 2026.
Is the Cabo Verdean Embassy closed on the national day?
The Spanish diplomatic list gives 5 July as the national day of Cabo Verde; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Can Spanish nationals travel to Cabo Verde without a visa?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 30 days) – check the Spanish travel advice before booking.
Details checked on 9 October 2026. Sources: Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Lista del Cuerpo Diplomático (as of 30 September 2026), Spanish travel advice for Cabo Verde. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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