Compare the best eSIM plans for Cape Verde
Internet from the moment you land in Sal or Praia
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From $3.98
- 600+ plans compared
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$3.98
Cheapest plan
600+
Cape Verde plans
55+
Providers available
4G
Main network
Best eSIM deals for Cape Verde
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eSIM.dog
1 GB
2 days
CV
3,41€
Tourist eSIM
1 GB
5 days
CV
4,21€
JamboSim
1 GB
5 days
CV
4,99€
Stellar eSIM
1 GB
7 days
CV
5,34€
Manet Travel
1 GB
3 days
CV
5,70€
Roamify
1 GB
7 days
CV
6,65€
eSIM for Cape Verde at a glance
From
€11.01
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
CVMóvel, Unitel T+
The archipelago's two carriers
VPN needed?
No
All services work fine
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
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Internet in Cape Verde: everything you need to know
The Cape Verde archipelago is served by two carriers: CVMóvel (CVTelecom group) and Unitel T+. 4G covers the inhabited islands and internet penetration is around 70% (source: ITU DataHub, 2024). Despite its proximity to Europe it sits outside the EU roaming zone: without an eSIM, data gets expensive.
- ●Very good 4G on Sal (Santa Maria, hotel zones) and Boa Vista (Sal Rei), the two beach islands. Solid in Praia (Santiago) and Mindelo (São Vicente). Patchier inland on Santiago and on Santo Antão: on hiking trails (Paúl, Cova) the signal comes and goes with the valleys.
- ●Average mobile speed around 30–50 Mbps download (Ookla, 2025): comfortable for Maps, WhatsApp, social media and short video calls.
- ●No blocked services: Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube, Netflix work normally. WhatsApp is the dominant communication channel across the archipelago.
- ●Handy for inter-island ferries (CV Interilhas tickets online), Google Maps, surf/kite forecasts on Sal and your home banking apps.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Cape Verde, ITU DataHub: Cape Verde, Ookla Speedtest
eSIM pricing in Cape Verde: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Cape Verde is 1.42 €/GB, across 369 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Best price per GB
1.42 €/GB
Plans compared
369
Africa average
0.75 €/GB
World ranking
204 / 215
Cape Verde is 89% more expensive than the Africa regional average (0.75 €/GB).
Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
See the eSIM price Observatory by country →Which eSIM providers for Cape Verde?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Cape Verde, ranked by best price per GB. Prices are expressed per GB so plans of different sizes can be compared on the same basis.
| Provider | Price per GB | From | Max duration | Hotspot | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM.dog | 1.80 €/GB | 3.41 € | 60 d | Yes | — |
| Tourist eSIM | 2.97 €/GB | 4.21 € | 60 d | Yes | — |
| JamboSim | 3.20 €/GB | 4.99 € | 60 d | Yes | — |
| Manet Travel | 3.36 €/GB | 5.70 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
 MTX Connect | 3.75 €/GB | 9.00 € | 14 d | Yes | — |
| Stellar eSIM | 5.00 €/GB | 5.34 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
Providers ranked by best price per GB, across plans of at least 1 GB. Source: Datadopt catalogue.
Compare all plans →Device compatibility
eSIM is built into every iPhone XS and later, as well as Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3a+ and most high-end Motorola, Oppo, Sony and Xiaomi models.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
How to install your eSIM for Cape Verde
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/cv
- 2. Browse our partners' eSIM offers and choose the data volume and duration that fit your trip.
- 3. Purchase the eSIM plan that best fits your needs on our partner's site.
- 4. Receive a QR code by email after purchase.
- 5. Before you leave or during your stay, add the eSIM to your smartphone (Note: a stable Wi-Fi connection may be required during this step.)
- 5.1. On iPhone: Settings > Mobile Data > Add Plan > Scan the QR code
- 5.2. On Android: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager > Add a mobile plan
- 6. Once you arrive, turn on the data of your eSIM and enjoy reliable internet in Cape Verde.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in Cape Verde?
Yes. Cape Verde travel eSIMs ride on CVMóvel or Unitel T+, which cover all inhabited islands. Check the partner network in each offer's detail on Datadopt.
Does my European plan work in Cape Verde?
Cape Verde is outside the EU roaming zone: data is billed at international rates. A prepaid eSIM is far cheaper from day one.
How much data for a week on Sal?
Plan 3–5 GB: Maps, WhatsApp, photos, kite forecasts and some poolside streaming. More if the hotel wifi is weak, which is common.
Does the network follow you island to island?
Yes: CVMóvel and Unitel T+ cover the whole archipelago, so your eSIM works on Sal as well as Santiago or São Vicente. Only the mountainous interiors (Santo Antão, Fogo) have dead zones.
Is hotel wifi enough?
In Sal and Boa Vista resorts, wifi is often slow and lobby-only. An eSIM with a few GB keeps Maps, WhatsApp and your bookings working everywhere, beach included.
How much does an eSIM cost in Cape Verde, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Cape Verde is 1.42 €/GB, across 369 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip. Cape Verde is 89% more expensive than the Africa regional average (0.75 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, Cape Verde sits at position 204 of 215 by price per GB (1 = cheapest). Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
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