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Caixa Económica review

Updated September 28, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 26, 2026

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Our verdict

Caixa Económica suits students seeking a prepaid Visa card, with support available by email and phone. The prepaid account costs CVE 1,500 each month, while each load costs 400 CVE per load.

Key facts

Best for
Students who want a prepaid Visa card and can manage the monthly and load fees.
Monthly fee
CVE 1,500↗
Card type
Prepaid↗
Top-up fee
400 CVE per load↗
Card network
Visa↗
Legal entity
Caixa Economica de Cabo Verde↗
Founded
1928↗
Support channels
Email, Phone↗
Audience
Students
Official website
caixa.cv

Facts checked September 26, 2026, 4 sources

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Pros and cons

Pros

  • The account uses the Visa network.
  • The card is designed for students.
  • Support is available by email and phone.

Cons

  • The prepaid account costs CVE 1,500 each month.
  • Each load costs 400 CVE per load.
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Who it suits

  • Students seeking a prepaid card.
  • People who want Visa network access.
  • Customers who prefer phone or email support.

Who should look elsewhere

  • Monzo Flex users who prioritise a monthly fee of £0.
  • Wise users who prioritise a monthly fee of £0.
  • Bitpanda users who prioritise a monthly fee of €0.

Fees

The prepaid account has a monthly fee of CVE 1,500. Funding the card costs 400 CVE per load per load, so both account maintenance and each top-up should be considered when budgeting. The Visa network is used for the card.

The company behind it

Caixa Economica de Cabo Verde is the legal entity behind the card. The institution was founded in 1928. Customer support is available through email and phone, giving users access to both email and phone assistance.

How Caixa Económica compares

Frequently asked questions

What type of card does Caixa Económica offer?+

Caixa Económica offers a prepaid card, so users load funds before spending rather than drawing directly from an account balance. The card uses the Visa network.

How much does the card cost each month?+

The prepaid account has a monthly fee of CVE 1,500. Customers should include this recurring cost when deciding whether the student-focused card fits their budget.

What does it cost to load the card?+

Each load costs 400 CVE per load. This charge is separate from the monthly account fee and may affect the cost of maintaining available funds on the card.

Which payment network does the card use?+

The card uses the Visa network. This makes the account type and accepted network clear for customers comparing Caixa Económica with other prepaid cards.

Who is Caixa_EW economical card aimed at?+

The card is aimed at students. Its prepaid format, Visa network and recurring account fee make it most relevant to students who value the stated audience focus and accept the charges.

How can customers contact Caixa Económica?+

Support runs through email and phone. Customers can therefore use either email or phone support when they need help with the card.

Sources

Compiled from 4 source pages, checked September 26, 2026. We did not open an account.

Not confirmed yet: Currency conversion fee, Free ATM withdrawals, Protection.

Caixa Económica

Caixa Económica

Students who want a prepaid Visa card and can manage the monthly and load fees.

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