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Travel Document Type

eVisa (Single Entry)

Government Fee

USD 20.00

Byevisa Processing Fee

USD 25.00

Processing Time

7 days

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If you are interested in visiting the historical island-nation of São Tomé and Príncipe, you can find out all about the entry requirements and conditions right here on this page. What’s more, Byevisa can help you process your travel documents, so you don’t need to worry about a thing!

There are 3 different categories of entry requirements for São Tomé and Príncipe:

  • eVisa (Electronic Visa)
  • Visa-exempt countries
  • VoA (Visa on Arrival)

Most countries must get a visa to visit this beautiful island, but luckily you no longer need to go to an embassy to get one. The Electronic System for Travel Authorization was launched in 2012 and has made it very easy to visit the island, since you can get your travel permit online in just a few simple steps.

The eVisa for São Tomé is a Single Entry permit that can be either for tourism or business and is valid for 30 days. Please bear in mind that, with an eVisa you must enter the island nation from the international airport.

Meanwhile, there are 58 countries that can visit São Tomé visa-free for up to 15 days, including the US, the UK and all countries of the European Union.

Lastly, only 3 territories are eligible for a VoA and these countries are China, Macau and Hong Kong.

Let’s dive a little deeper and find out what is the difference between visa exemption and an eVisa, and how you can get one.

What Is the Difference Between a São Tomé and Príncipe eVisa and a Visa Waiver?

The eVisa is a travel document that you get online, through any electronic device, from the comfort of your home. Most people visiting the island for tourism or business will need to get this type of permit. The eVisa is valid for 30 days and is electronically linked to your passport.

However, if you would like to work, study or stay long-term on the island, you will need to get a different type of visa from an embassy or consulate.

On the other hand, when a country is visa-exempt it means the citizens of that country can visit the island without the need of getting a travel permit. Citizens that are visa-exempt can travel to São Tomé with just their passport and can stay for up to 15 days.

Just like the eVisa, the visa-exemption policy is only valid if you are travelling for tourism or business. Otherwise, you will need to obtain the relevant visa.

São Tomé and Príncipe Visa Requirements and Eligibility

As we mentioned, which visa requirements you must follow will depend on your nationality. In this section, you can see which entry policies apply to each nationality by using the simple lists below.

Check Visa Eligibility

List of countries eligible for an eVisa, valid for 30 days:

Afghanistan
Albania
Algeria
American Samoa
Anguila
Antigua Barbura
Argentina
Armenia
Aruba
Australia
Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Barbados
Belarus
Belize
Benin
Bermuda
Bhutan
Bolivia
Bosnia Herzegovina
Botswana
British Virgin Islands
Brunei Darussalam
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cambodia
Cameroon
Cayman Islands
Central African Republic
Chad
Chile
China
Christmas Islands
Cocos Islands
Colombia
Comoros
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Cuba
Djibouti
Domican Republic
Dominica
Ecuador
Egypt
El Salvador
Eritrea
Ethiopia
Falkland Islands
Faroe Islands
Fiji
French Guiana
French Polynesia
Gambia
Georgia
Ghana
Gibraltar

Greenland
Grenada
Guadeloupe
Guam
Guatemala
Guinea
Guyana
Haiti
Honduras
Hong Kong
India
Indonesia
Iran
Iraq
Israel
Ivory Coast
Jamaica
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Kiribati
Kosovo
Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Lebanon
Lesotho
Liberia
Libya
Macau
Macedonia
Madagascar
Malawi
Malaysia
Maldives
Mali
Marshall Islands
Martinique
Mauritania
Mauritius
Mayotte
Mexico
Micronesia
Moldova
Mongolia
Montenegro
Montserrat
Myanmar
Namibia
Nauru
Nepal
Netherlands Antilles
New Caledonia
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Niger, Niue
Nigeria
Norfolk Island
North Korea

Oman
Pakistan
Palau
Palestine
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Pitcairn Island
Puerto Rico
Reunion
Rwanda
Saint Helena
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Martin
Saint Pierre Miquelon
Saint Vincent Grenadines
Samoa
Senegal
Serbia
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Singapore
Solomon Islands
Somalia
South Africa
South Sudan
Sri Lanka
Sudan
Suriname
Swaziland
Syria
Taiwan
Tajikistan
Tanzania
Thailand
Togo
Tokelau
Tonga
Trinidad Tobago
Tunisia
Turkmenistan
Tuvalu
Uganda
Ukraine
Uruguay
US Virgin Islands
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Venezuela
Vietnam
Wallis Futuna Islands
Yemen
Zambia
Zimbabwe

List of visa-free countries to São Tomé and Príncipe for stays of up to 15 days:

Andorra
Angola
Austria
Belgium
Brazil
Bulgaria
Canada
Cape Verde
Croatia
Republic of Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Equatorial Guinea
Estonia
Finland
France
Gabon
Germany
Greece

Guinea Bissau
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Japan
Kuwait
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Monaco
Morocco
Mozambique
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal

Qatar
Romania
Russia
Rwanda
San Marino
South Korea
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Timor-Leste
Turkey
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States
Vatican City

Saint Kitts and Nevis is due to join this list as well in the near future. In addition, Chinese nationals with a diplomatic or service passport can visit visa-free for up to 30 days.

Moreover, if you have a visa or resident permit for the US or the Schengen zone, you will not need a visa for this country for stays of up to 15 days.

List of territories eligible for a VoA, valid for 15 days:

  • China
  • Hong Kong
  • Macau

São Tomé and Príncipe Application Process

Getting an eVisa to fly to São Tomé is quick and easy with Byevisa. Just follow the steps below and you will get your electronic travel pass in no time at all.

First of all, to verify whether you are eligible for an eVisa, use our quick verification tool. At the top of the page, select your nationality in the drop-down menu in the first box, and São Tomé and Príncipe in the second box, then click ‘Get Visa Information’.

If you need to get an eVisa, move on to the application:

  1. Click on ‘Apply Now’.
  2. Fill out the form with your personal details, passport details and basic information about your trip.
  3. Choose a processing speed between Standard, Rapid and Highly Rapid.
  4. Pay the fee by credit/debit card or PayPal.
  5. Click ‘Submit’.

Now, you can sit back, relax and wait for Byevisa to work our magic. In the time established by the processing speed you selected, you will receive your eVisa in your email inbox.

São Tomé and Príncipe Application Form and Documents

Applying for an eVisa with Byevisa, you don’t need to worry about complicated forms and endless documents. All you will need is your passport and a payment method to hand.

The main condition you must fulfil is having a passport that is valid for at least 1 year from your travel date, so make sure you check your passport expiry date before filling out the form.

When it comes to the form, you will be asked to provide your personal details, passport data and some information regarding your trip. More specifically, here is the information you will be asked to provide:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Nationality
  • Date of birth
  • Country of birth
  • Country of residence
  • Home address
  • Passport number
  • Passport issue date
  • Passport expiry dates
  • Date of arrival
  • Card details or PayPal for the payment

Make sure you double-check that the email address is correct, as this is where your travel authorisation will be sent.

How Much Does a São Tomé and Príncipe eVisa Cost?

The cost of an eVisa for São Tomé and Príncipe will depend on the processing speed you selected during your application. Here at Byevisa, we offer 3 processing speeds:

  • Standard – in 7 days for 25 USD
  • Rapid (available soon)
  • Highly Rapid (available soon)

Keep in mind that, upon arrival, you will also need to pay a fee for the entry stamp, which must be paid in cash. The fees for the stamp depend on the type of eVisa you have:

  • 20 EUR for tourist visa
  • 30 EUR for business visa
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São Tomé and Príncipe eVisa Status Check

Once you have submitted your application, you will need to wait for it to be processed. This depends on what processing speed you selected.

Although we will be in touch when we have the result of your application, if in doubt, you can check the status of your document at any time directly on our website. To do this, just follow these steps:

  1. At the top of the page, click on ‘Log In’.
  2. Enter your email address.
  3. Enter the order ID you received in the confirmation email.
  4. Click ‘Proceed’.

This way, you will be able to see whether your application has been approved, rejected or is still pending. You will also be able to see the expiry date of your approved document or the reason it was rejected.

Remember, you can always reach out to us via our contact form if you have any questions or concerns.

More São Tomé and Príncipe eVisa Questions and Information

Dreaming of the tropical forest and sunshine already? Use the FAQ section below to ensure you know everything there is to know about getting an eVisa to this island.

The electronic travel authorisation is valid for stays of up 30 days. Meanwhile, visa-exempt nationalities are granted a maximum of 15 days in the country.
You should apply at least 5 days prior to your intended arrival on the island. If you are short on time, you can take advantage of Byevisa’s Highly Rapid Service and have your document processed in just X days.
The official government website of São Tomé contains useful information for both islanders and visitors. To help you out, we have collected all the information relevant to you and relayed it right here on this page, clearly and concisely.
The travel document will be electronically linked to your passport, which means that it’s visible when your passport is scanned by authorities. However, we do recommend you print a copy to take with you as well.
The time it takes to receive your travel pass depends on the processing speed you have chosen. Byevisa offers 3 processing speeds:
  • Standard - in 7 days for 25 USD
  • Rapid (available soon)
  • Highly Rapid (available soon)
If in doubt, you can find which processing speed you selected in the email confirmation we sent you.
First, get in touch with us to find out the reason why your application was rejected. If it was denied because of missing or incorrect information, you may reapply, but you will need to pay the fee once again.
To be granted an eVisa to this African island, your passport must be valid for at least 1 year. If this isn’t the case, it is essential you renew your passport prior to submitting your application or it will be rejected.
For those with 2 passports, you can apply as you normally would. The most important thing to remember is to always use the same passport for both your application and to travel, as the authorisation is linked to your passport.
British citizens can enjoy 15 days visa-free on the island-nation if you are travelling for tourism or business. If you wish to stay longer or visit the country for other purposes, then you will need to get an embassy visa.
US citizens are granted 15 days in the country visa-free, so you can fly off to São Tomé with just your passport. If you are interested in visiting for any reason other than tourism or business, or if you would like to stay for more than 15 days, you will need to get a visa.
Here is a sample of your electronic travel authorisation:
For more information on visiting this stunning little country, please take a look at the links below.
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