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Tarrafal: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Tarrafal is a city in the northern part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. In 2010 its population was 6,656. It is a fishing port situated on the northwestern coast.

Tarrafal, Cape Verde · CC BY-SA 4.0

Now in the cityTarrafalsunset 06:05 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map3
Exchange rateCVE 98.50per 1 $CVE — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Tarrafal in pictures24 photos
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Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Set your passport — processing time, fee and documents differ between passports.

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 RAI47 km away — the nearest airport
Maio Airport MMO59 km from the centre
Aristides Pereira International Airport BVC133 km from the centre

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