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eSIM for Cape Verde
🇨🇻 Cape Verde eSIM from DOP 235.95
Santiago, Sal and São Vicente towns are LTE. The inter-island flights and ferries are offline. You land connected on Unitel, CV Móvel, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Cape Verde eSIM data plans — tax included
All Cape Verde plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Most popular
5 GB
DOP 477.95
DOP 95.59 per GB · indicative
- 30 days
- Hotspot included
- Top up anytime
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in Cape Verde
Which networks does the Cape Verde eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on Unitel and CV Móvel — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. Expect LTE across Cape Verde; 5G is not yet offered to roaming profiles here.
Good to know before you go
- Buy this once — it covers the inhabited islands, not the crossings.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Praia and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Cape Verde eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Cape Verde package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
How to get online
Setting up your Cape Verde eSIM in three steps
- 01
Buy before you fly
Choose a plan above. The QR code and one-tap install link arrive by email within seconds.
- 02
Install on Wi-Fi
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, then scan. Turn on Data Roaming for the new line. iPhone guide · Android guide
- 03
Land in Cape Verde
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see Unitel in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Cape Verde eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Cape Verde cost?
Plans for Cape Verde start at DOP 235.95 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for DOP 477.95. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Cape Verde eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on Unitel and CV Móvel — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. Coverage is LTE/4G across the country.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Cape Verde if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Cape Verde package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Cape Verde eSIM include a phone number?
It is a data-only eSIM. Your normal number keeps working for calls and SMS through your home SIM, and apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Telegram work over the eSIM data. This keeps prices low and setup simple.
Can I use hotspot with the Cape Verde eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Cape Verde data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Cape Verde eSIM?
Buy it before you fly and install it on Wi-Fi at home. The 30-day validity only starts when your phone first connects to a network in Cape Verde, so buying early costs nothing.
Anything I should know about data in Cape Verde?
Buy this once — it covers the inhabited islands, not the crossings.
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