Peptide Laws in Cape Verde
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Are Peptides Legal in Cape Verde?
Cape Verde is a small island nation with a simplified import procedure that allows unregistered medicines to be brought in with a doctor's prescription. Research peptide imports are unlikely to face much scrutiny given the low enforcement environment. Prescription peptide availability is limited on the islands. Having a doctor's letter makes importing personal-use peptides relatively straightforward.
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PrescriptionCan You Buy Peptides in Cape Verde?
4 peptide(s) are legal to buy in Cape Verde, including GHK-Cu, NAD+, Glutathione, Vitamin B12. 1 peptide(s) require a valid prescription, including Semaglutide. 18 peptide(s) fall into a legal grey area: Tirzepatide, Selank, MOTS-c, TB-500, Ipamorelin, and 13 more. These may be available for research purposes but their legality for personal use is ambiguous.
Traveling to Cape Verde with Peptides
When traveling to Cape Verde with peptides, the legality depends on each peptide's classification. Prescription peptides (Semaglutide) typically require documentation such as a prescription or doctor's letter when crossing borders. Enforcement in Cape Verde is rated as "Lenient." Always declare pharmaceutical products at customs and carry documentation of any prescriptions.
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Peptide Regulations in Cape Verde
| Peptide | Status | Rx Required | Schedule | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tirzepatide | Grey Area | Yes | Not Registered | Not ARFA registered. May be importable via Simplified Special Import Procedure with prescription. | Secondary |
| Selank | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | Russian nootropic. Not available locally. | Secondary |
| MOTS-c | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | Novel peptide. Not addressed by ARFA. No local availability. | Secondary |
| TB-500 | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | Same as BPC-157. Not ARFA registered. Simplified Special Import possible with prescription. | Secondary |
| GHK-Cu | Legal | No | Cosmetic | Topical cosmetic use unrestricted. ARFA oversees food and pharmaceutical products. | Secondary |
| Ipamorelin | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | Not specifically regulated. No domestic market. | Secondary |
| Semaglutide | Prescription | Yes | Prescription Only | Prescription medicine. ARFA marketing authorization required. Simplified Special Import possible with doctor prescription for unregistered medicines not on national drug list. Very limited availability on small island nation. | Secondary |
| CJC-1295 | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | Not specifically regulated. No domestic market. | Secondary |
| Semax | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | Russian nootropic. Not available locally. | Secondary |
| BPC-157 | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | Not ARFA registered. Marketing authorization governed by Regulation 09/2014 and Decree-Law 59/2006. Simplified Special Import Procedure available for unregistered medicines with doctor prescription. SIMFAR monitoring system tracks pharmaceutical market. Small island nation with limited enforcement capacity. | Secondary |
| NAD+ | Legal | No | Supplement | NAD+ supplements not classified as medicines. Available through import. ARFA oversees food products including supplements. | Secondary |
| Retatrutide | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | Investigational compound. Not ARFA registered. Not available in Cape Verdean market. | Secondary |
| AOD-9604 | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | Not specifically regulated. GH fragment not addressed. | Secondary |
| Glutathione | Legal | No | Supplement | — | Unsourced |
| DSIP | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| Epithalon | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| KPV | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| HGH | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| Liraglutide | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| Melanotan II | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| MK-677 | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| Vitamin B12 | Legal | No | Supplement | — | Unsourced |
| PT-141 | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
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Data is researcher-verified but not legal advice. Always consult local regulations before purchasing, importing, or traveling with peptides. Last verified: 2026-02-28.