Cabo Verde eSIM: Mobile Data from $6.14
An eSIM for Cabo Verde on esimbloom costs from $6.14, with 11 prepaid data plans from short-trip packs to month-long bundles. Buy online, scan the QR code from your email, and the plan activates the first time you connect in Cabo Verde — no roaming charges, no contract, and your home SIM stays active for calls.
- Plans from
- $6.14
- Plans available
- 11
- Smallest bundle
- 500MB
- Shortest validity
- 1 days
- Delivery
- QR code by email, within minutes
- Plan type
- Prepaid data only — no contract
What you get with a Cabo Verde eSIM
esimbloom lists 11 prepaid eSIM plans for Cabo Verde from $6.14 (the smallest is 500MB for 1 day). Every plan is data-only — mobile internet for maps, messaging and bookings, but no local phone number or SMS — and prepaid: pay once, no contract, no roaming charges.
Once you complete your purchase, the QR code arrives by email within minutes. The plan uses the local mobile network at whatever speed it and your device support. No physical SIM swap, no roaming charges from your home carrier, and no need to hunt for a SIM vendor after a long flight.
Installing and activating your Cabo Verde eSIM
Before you buy, confirm that your phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked. Most recent iPhones, Samsung Galaxy, and Google Pixel models work. Open the confirmation email, scan the QR code in your phone's eSIM or cellular settings, and the profile installs in seconds. You can do this at home or after you arrive.
The plan activates automatically when your device connects to a cellular network in Cabo Verde. Keep your home SIM active if you need to receive regular calls or texts, and set the eSIM as your data line. You will see the new data plan appear in your settings, and mobile data will route through it as soon as you land.
Staying connected across the Cabo Verde islands
Coverage is reliable in urban centers like Praia, Mindelo, and Espargos, and across the resort areas of Santa Maria and Sal Rei. You will have data for maps and ride apps when moving between towns, and connectivity generally holds along the main coastal roads on each island. Rural villages and mountainous interiors on Santo Antão or Fogo may see reduced signal, so download offline maps if you plan serious hiking.
Most travellers use between 1GB and 3GB per week for navigation, restaurant lookups, and staying in touch over WhatsApp or email. If you are uploading photos daily or streaming music on long drives between islands, budget closer to 500MB per day. Ferry schedules and TACV flight updates are easiest to check with a working data connection, so keep some balance in reserve before inter-island travel.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an eSIM for Cabo Verde cost?
esimbloom Cabo Verde eSIM plans start at $6.14, with 11 plans to choose from. You pay once for the plan you pick — no roaming fees and no contract.
Do I need an eSIM for Cabo Verde?
Only if you want mobile data without roaming charges. An esimbloom Cabo Verde eSIM is installed from a QR code before you fly, activates on your first connection in Cabo Verde, and is data-only — your home SIM stays in the second slot for calls and SMS, with its data roaming switched off.
Will the eSIM work on all the Cabo Verde islands?
Yes. The eSIM provides data coverage across the inhabited islands including Sal, Santiago, São Vicente, Boa Vista, Santo Antão, Fogo, and Maio. Signal strength is best in towns and along main roads, with reduced coverage in remote mountainous areas.
Can I make phone calls with the Cabo Verde eSIM?
No. esimbloom plans are data-only, so you will not receive a local phone number or the ability to make traditional voice calls. You can use internet calling through WhatsApp, FaceTime, or similar apps over your data connection.
When does the plan validity period start?
The countdown begins when your device first connects to a cellular network in Cabo Verde. If you install the eSIM at home, the validity period will not start until you land and your phone registers on the network.
Do I need to remove my existing SIM card?
No. Your phone can run both your home SIM and the eSIM at the same time. Set the eSIM as your data line in cellular settings, and leave your home SIM active if you want to receive calls or texts on your usual number.
How much data do I need for a week in Cabo Verde?
Most travellers use 1–3GB per week for maps, messaging, and occasional photo uploads. If you stream music, upload video, or work remotely, plan for around 500MB per day. Download offline maps before heading to rural areas or smaller islands.