Two copies of the commercial invoice, in both Portuguese and English, should accompany the shipment. In addition, a pro forma invoice and bill of lading/airway bill may be required by the importer to obtain an import license (applicable on restricted goods). For liberalized goods, only a declaration of importation is required. Six copies of the import license for controlled goods; four copies of the declaration of importation for liberalized goods (see entry under 'import license'). It is required that transport insurance on imports be placed with the state insurance company whenever goods are under the ownership of a Cape Verdean national.
Pre-shipment inspection is Not required for shipments into Cape Verde.