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The driving licence authenticity certificate is a document that confirms that your driving licence is genuine and valid. It may be required to present to services or entities, in Cabo Verde or abroad, for example when exchanging a Cape Verdean driving licence for one from another country.
Who can apply for the authenticity certificate
The certificate can be requested by:
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The driving licence holder themselves
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Another person, provided they are duly authorized by the licence holder
What you need for the authenticity certificate
To apply, you need:
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Driving licence number
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Photograph of the driving licence
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Identification details
Cost and timeframe of the driving licence authenticity certificate
The cost of the driving licence authenticity certificate varies depending on where the request is made. The amounts for requests made in Cabo Verde differ from those applicable to requests made abroad.
| Type of request | National territory (CVE) | Diaspora (€) | Issuance period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 1,377 CVEPrice | €10 | 2 business days |
Amounts in CVE for national territory and in € for the diaspora.
How to apply for the driving licence authenticity certificate online
You can request the driving licence authenticity certificate on the portal or in the GOV.CV app. Click "Apply online" to start and follow these steps:
Indicate who the request is for
For yourself - For another person
Fill in the identification details
Provide your full name and other required details.
Provide the driving licence details
Enter the driving licence number.
Attach the documents
Attach the photograph of the driving licence.
Finalize the request
Check and, if necessary, change the details before finalizing the request.
Make the payment
Pay simply and securely using digital means
Track your request
Track the status of your driving licence authenticity certificate request in the "My requests" area available on the portal or in the GOV.CV app.