eSIM for Cape Verde
Cape Verde at a glance
- Generations
- 3G, 4G/LTE
- Main carriers
- CVMovel (CVTelecom), Unitel T+
- Local eSIM
- Some local carriers issue eSIMs
- Calling code
- +238
Cape Verde is served by two mobile network operators, CVMovel (CVTelecom) and Unitel T+, offering 3G and 4G/LTE connectivity across the archipelago. These networks operate primarily on 900 MHz and 1800 MHz bands. Travel eSIMs are compatible with modern eSIM-capable phones and can connect to these local networks, regardless of whether your phone supports local eSIM activation.
Home-carrier roaming in Cape Verde tends to be costly, making travel eSIM country plans generally a more affordable and straightforward option for visitors planning short stays. Some local carriers do issue eSIMs, though availability and terms may vary. For most travellers, a travel eSIM provides better value and convenience than securing a local SIM or eSIM on arrival, though specific options and costs depend on what your eSIM provider offers at the time of travel.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | CVMovel (CVTelecom), Unitel T+ |
| Key travel bands | B3(1800), B8(900) |
| Local eSIM support | Some local carriers issue eSIMs |
| Region | Africa |
| Capital | Praia |
| Calling code | +238 |
Travel eSIM or local SIM in Cape Verde?
Home-carrier roaming is costly here; travel-eSIM country plans are available and generally cheaper and simpler than a local SIM for short stays. See the eSIM-vs-roaming view for this country →
Travel eSIM plans for Cape Verde
Live plans and prices here are supplied by the eSIM provider feed (Airalo / Holafly / Saily) at publish time — not stored or estimated on this page. A travel eSIM works on almost any modern eSIM-capable phone regardless of whether local carriers issue eSIMs. Open the plan finder →
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Compiled from public-record telecom facts (the MNO roster, commercially-launched 3G/4G/5G generations, deployed travel-relevant bands and local-eSIM support) and verified June 2026; see the source we compile this country from. This country's connectivity row is currently low-confidence (small / island / single-operator / fast-changing market), so treat the carrier, band and 5G details as a starting point we are still verifying. How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.