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Embassy of France in Praia

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The French Embassy in Cape Verde is a bilateral mission in Praia and promotes French interests in Cape Verde. The embassy of France also plays an important role in development, cultural affairs and contacts with the local press of Cape Verde. The French Embassy in Praia is headed by Mr. Jacques Buguet - Ambassador of France to Cape Verde.


Address:

French Embassy in Praia, Cape Verde Quartier Prainha da Praia Ile de Santiago CP 192 Praia Cape Verde

Telephone:

(+238) 261 55 91 (+238) 261 20 69

Fax:

(+238) 261 55 90

E-mail:

Website:

www.ambafrance-cv.org

Ambassador:

Mr. Jacques Buguet - Ambassador

Office Hours:

Embassy Appointments

Many embassies in Cape Verde require an appointment before you visit. On the official website of the French embassy in Praia you will find information on opening hours and how to book appointments.

Opening hours

Please note that embassy opening hours can vary. Always contact the embassy before a visit.

Visa for France

For all French visa related matters contact the embassy in Praia before you travel. Information is available on the embassy website (www.ambafrance-cv.org ) or contact the visa department by telephone (+238) 261 55 91 (+238) 261 20 69 or email

Consulates of France in Cape Verde

Next to the embassy in Praia there could be additional French consulates located in Cape Verde.

Please check below for the locations of the French consulates in Cape Verde.


French Consulates in Cape Verde

Next to the embassy in Praia, France has consulates in the following cities: Mindelo, Sal Rei and Santa Maria

Embassy Consular Department and Services

The consular department of the French Embassy in Praia offers consular assistance. The consular department in general offers services for visitors from Cape Verde to France as well as for French citizens in Cape Verde. Generally, services comprise of visa applications, passport renewals, marriage registration, legalization of documents, birth of a child, French nationality issues and more. Contact the consular department directly by telephone or email.