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Since 1 January 2026, the IUP on real estate has been replaced by two new taxes: the ITI (on purchase) and the IPI (annual ownership), created by Laws no. 54/X/2025 and 55/X/2025. A summary of what they are, who pays and when - confirm rates and deadlines with the DNRE.
How a foreigner obtains the Cape Verdean NIF (tax identification number), needed to buy property and open a bank account, and where to do it: Casa do Cidadão and the National Directorate of State Revenue (DNRE).
Since 1 January 2026 the IUP has been replaced by two taxes: ITI (property Transfer tax) and IPI (property Ownership tax). Confirm rates and exemptions with the tax authority.
Until an estate is divided, the property belongs to all heirs: no one sells alone and ALL must sign. We explain the undivided inheritance, the heirs' qualification and registration - always confirm with the notary and the Land Registry (RNI).
In a condominium, each person owns their fraction and co-owns the common parts, with quotas for expenses. Condominium debts can affect the buyer - ask the administrator for a debt declaration. Regime reformed by Law no. 57/X/2025.
A step-by-step overview of buying a house or land in Cape Verde: title check at the Land Registry, NIF, public deed before a notary, the cITI transfer tax (replacing the IUP since 2026) and property registration; for land, the building permit.
Typical steps: obtain a tax number (NIF), check the land-registry certificate, sign the promissory contract, execute the public deed before a notary, and register the property. There are transfer-tax (ITI), notary and registration costs. Not legal advice.
Rent is set in escudos (CVE). Updates follow the inflation published by INE. The deposit is agreed in writing in the contract. Rules are in the RGAU (Law 101/VIII/2016). Always confirm with a lawyer.
Urban tenancy is governed by Law 101/VIII/2016 (RGAU). Indicated points: written contract in three copies, a default term of 6 months, and limited-term residential contracts of not less than 3 years. Confirm before signing.
Indicative summary. A landlord may not evict by force or self-help: removal is resolved through the courts (eviction claim). Urban tenancy is governed by Law 101/VIII/2016 (General Urban Tenancy Regime) and the Civil Code. A lawyer is recommended.
To build you need a construction permit from the Municipal Council. Building without one is illegal (clandestine) construction (Decree-Law 57/2015). Land use follows the municipal master plan (PDM) and the national planning regime (RNOTPU). Always confirm with your council.
This information is indicative and may be outdated. Always confirm with the competent authorities. Djarvista does not provide legal advice.