Acquisition of nationality of origin by naturalization

Acquisition of nationality of origin by naturalization

Nationality

Nationality of origin by naturalization

Foreigners can acquire Cape Verdean nationality by naturalization.

Cape Verdean nationality may be granted, through naturalization, to foreigners who cumulatively meet the following requirements:

  • Have habitually resided in Cape Verdean territory for at least five years;
  • Be considered major or emancipated by the laws of the State of Cape Verde;
  • Have moral or civil integrity;
  • Have the ability to govern your person and ensure your subsistence.

ONLINE

The request for Nationality of Origin by Option online can be made through the Consular Portal Application or through the web browser. Follow these steps:

1. Choose the type of Order:

  • Normal Order: €180

2. Choose the recipient:

  • To himself
  • The other person

3. Choose the type of Nationality Acquisition:

  • Acquisition of Nationality of origin through naturalization

4. Attach Documents:

  • Declaration of Nationality ( DOWNLOAD )
  • Request addressed to the Minister of Justice stating the reasons for the request, signed by the interested party or upon request, with in-person recognition of the signature;
  • Birth certificate of the interested party (pay attention to the expiration date);
  • Certificate of criminal record from Cape Verde and the country of origin;
  • Photocopy of Residence Card;
  • Certificate of residence in Cape Verde for more than 4 years, issued by the Border Services;
  • Document that proves that you have the means to guarantee your subsistence, namely, salary or company declaration, NIF and INPS declaration and bank account statement.

5. Add stakeholders

  • Enter complete information about mother and father

6. Confirm the data:

  • Check the data entered in the previous steps.


7. Make Payment:

  • Payment Methods: MBway, Multibanco, Visa, Vinti4, PayPal, MasterCard, American Express.

To monitor the status of your application, you can always access the"My Orders"area on the Consular Portal App. The document will be valid and available digitally in your account on the Consular Portal in PDF format ready for printing.

Avoid waiting lines and place your order ONLINE.

IN PERSON

To schedule your in-person appointment at one of the diplomatic missions, CLICK HERE .

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