São Tomé e Príncipe Passport/Visa

Passport Required?
British Yes
Australian Yes
Canadian Yes
USA Yes
Other EU Yes
Visa Required?
British Yes
Australian Yes
Canadian Yes
USA Yes
Other EU Yes
Return Ticket Required?
British Yes
Australian Yes
Canadian Yes
USA Yes
Other EU Yes

Passports

Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visas

Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except transit passengers continuing their journey to another country by the same or first connecting aircraft within 24 hours provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).

Types of Visa and Cost

Tourist: single-entry: US$60; multiple-entry: US$70. Business: single-entry: US$80; multiple-entry: US$90. Visas processed immediately are available for an additional fee of US$5. Enquire at the embassy for further details.

Validity

Three months from date of issue for single-entry; six months from date of issue for multiple-entry. Extensions are possible; apply at the Immigration Department in São Tomé.

Applications to:

Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see Contact Addresses. For applications in person, an appointment should be made with the consulate (or consular section at embassy) in advance.

Working Days Required

Two days (personal application); up to one week (postal applications).
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