Verified List of Banks in Cape Verde (2026 Update)

The Cape Verde section of our directory lists 11 verified financial institutions, concentrated in and around Praia. Verification was completed as part of the 2026 data cycle.

Cape Verde reports a public debt-to-GDP ratio of approximately 87.5%, against an unemployment rate of 11.90%. Foreign exchange reserves equal roughly 37.97% of GDP, indicating a substantial external liquidity buffer relative to economic output.

Direct SWIFT connectivity among Cape Verde's 11 listed banks stands at 100%, corresponding to a 'Integrated' classification meaning the vast majority of institutions settle cross-border payments directly rather than through intermediary correspondent banks.