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Praia: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Praia is the capital and largest city of Cape Verde. Located on the southern coast of Santiago island within the Sotavento Islands group, the city is the seat of the Praia Municipality.

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Now in the cityPraia+23°CFog · sunrise 06:30 AMupdated 04:11 AM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map12
Exchange rateCVE 98.50per 1 $CVE — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Places on the map12

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Praia in pictures21 photos · 3 places
Xandu · pdm · Aug 1, 2007
Original uploader was David Trainer at en.wikipedia · pdm
Xandu · pdm · Sep 2, 2008
Xandu · pdm · Sep 2, 2008

Getting there and staying

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Visa and practicalities

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Updated information about travelling with medication (‘Health’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Nelson Mandela International Airport RAI3.2 km from the centre
Maio Airport MMO41 km from the centre
Aristides Pereira International Airport BVC149 km from the centre

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