Sao Tome and Principe
Passports
Valid passport required
by all.Visas
Required by all 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.Types of visa and cost
Tourist: single-entry: US$60; mutiple-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.Application requirements
(a) Valid passport. (b) Fee, payable by money order only. (c) One passport-size photo. (d) One application form. (e) Stamped addressed envelope to cover international postal charges. (f) Letter stating purpose of travel. (g) Yellow fever immunization card “copy”. Business: (a)-(g) and, (h) Company letter.Application to
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information. 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).Temporary residence
Enquire at Embassy (see Passport/Visa Information).
No Test Required
US$20 per adult, payable in cash on departure for all international flights. US$10 must be paid for children, except those under two years who are exempt.
Embassy of the Democratic Republic of São Tomé e Príncipe in Belgium
Square Montgommery, 175 Avenue de Tervuren, 1150 Brussels, Belgium
Tel: (2) 734 8966.Embassy of the Democratic Republic of São Tomé e Príncipe in the USA
400 Park Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10044, USA
Tel: (212) 317 0533.
Website: www.saotome.org
Crime rates are generally low, but armed robberies do happen.
The threat from terrorism is low, but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
