Boa tarde, Cape Verde.Cape Verde
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Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) is an Atlantic archipelago of 10 volcanic islands 570km off the West African coast. Once a Portuguese colonial trading hub, today it's a world-class beach and kitesurfing destination — Sal and Boa Vista have powdery white-sand beaches, while Santo Antão offers dramatic hiking through volcanic landscapes. The islands' morna music, most famously associated with Cesária Évora, is UNESCO-listed.
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We email a QR code instantly. Scan it in Settings — installed in under 60 seconds. No app needed.
Your phone connects to local networks automatically when you arrive. No SIM swap, no kiosk. Hotspot included.
Coverage & connectivity.
CV Telecom provides 4G LTE coverage across all inhabited islands. Sal (Santa Maria resort area and airport) and Boa Vista are well covered. Praia (Santiago) and Mindelo (São Vicente) have excellent urban connectivity. The rugged northern coast of Santo Antão and remote hiking trails have limited signal — the inter-island ferry crossings drop coverage entirely.
Questions about Cape Verde
Does Flysimio work across all Cape Verde islands?
Yes. CV Telecom provides 4G LTE on all inhabited islands. Resort areas on Sal and Boa Vista are excellently covered. Santo Antão's northern hiking trails have reduced signal — download offline topo maps before tackling the ribeiras.
Which island is best for beaches?
Sal and Boa Vista have the classic white-sand beaches. Santa Maria (Sal) has a lively beach strip with restaurants and watersports. Boa Vista's Chaves Beach is wilder and less developed. For beach-hiking combo, choose Santiago (Praia area) or Maio.
Is Cape Verde good for kitesurfing?
Excellent. Sal (Ponta Preta, Santa Maria) and Boa Vista (Ervatão) are among the world's top kite spots thanks to the Harmattan trade winds. The winds are strongest December–June. Lessons and equipment rental are available in Santa Maria.
What is morna music?
Morna is a haunting, melancholic musical genre born in Cape Verde, similar in emotional resonance to Portuguese fado or Argentinian tango. Cesária Évora — "the barefoot diva" — brought it global fame. UNESCO inscribed it as Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2019.
What currency does Cape Verde use?
The Cape Verdean escudo (CVE), pegged to the Euro. EUR is widely accepted at hotels and tourist businesses. ATMs in Santa Maria, Praia, and Mindelo dispense escudos.
What is an eSIM?
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital SIM built into your phone. Instead of a physical card, you scan a QR code and your plan installs instantly — no SIM tray needed.
Is my phone eSIM-compatible?
iPhone XS (2018) and newer, most Android flagships from 2020+, and all Samsung Galaxy S21+ devices support eSIM. Check our compatibility page for the full device list.
How do I install the eSIM?
After purchase, we email a QR code. On iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Scan QR Code. On Android: Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs → Add eSIM. The whole process takes under 60 seconds.
Can I keep my regular SIM while using this eSIM?
Yes. Most phones support dual SIM (physical + eSIM). Keep your home number for calls and SMS — use Flysimio for data abroad. You control which SIM handles what in your phone Settings.
Does the eSIM include a hotspot (tethering)?
Yes, all Flysimio plans include mobile hotspot at no extra charge. Share your data connection with laptops, tablets, or other devices freely.
What happens when my data runs out?
You can top up data from your account dashboard at any time. Top-ups are applied instantly — no need to buy a new eSIM or wait.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. We offer a full refund within 14 days of purchase. Contact contact@flysimio.com with your order number.
How long is the eSIM valid for?
You have 6 months from your purchase date to activate the eSIM. Once activated, the plan validity period (e.g., 7 days, 30 days) begins counting down.
Will the eSIM work at the airport when I land?
Yes — as long as you installed the eSIM before your flight, it activates automatically when your phone connects to a local network on landing. No Wi-Fi required for activation.
What if the QR code doesn't scan?
If the QR code won't scan, you can enter the activation code manually — we include both in the email. You can also contact our 24/7 support team and we'll resend or manually provision your eSIM.
