Do I need to print the Sao Tome eVisa?

Yes. Print the approved authorisation to present at check-in and to immigration on arrival.

How do I apply for the eVisa?

Apply online at the official smf.st/evisa portal with a passport scan, travel itinerary and accommodation details, then print the approval.

What documents do I need for Sao Tome and Principe?

A passport valid for at least six months, a recent photo, a travel itinerary, proof of accommodation and a return ticket. We review each document before submitting.

How long can I stay in Sao Tome and Principe?

Tourist eVisas typically allow up to 30 days, extendable at the immigration and border service (SMF) in Sao Tome.

Do you need a Sao Tome and Principe visa?

Planning a trip to Sao Tome and Principe? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the Sao Tome and Principe Tourist eVisa entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 5 days. Most international travellers need a Sao Tome and Principe Tourist eVisa before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your Sao Tome and Principe visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a Sao Tome and Principe visa online?

Applying for a Sao Tome and Principe Tourist eVisa with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest Sao Tome and Principe immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your Sao Tome and Principe eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your Sao Tome and Principe visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a Sao Tome and Principe visa cost?

A Sao Tome and Principe Tourist eVisa costs $85 through VisitsVisa. The $85 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own Sao Tome and Principe visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does Sao Tome and Principe visa processing take?

Standard Sao Tome and Principe visa processing usually takes 5 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your Sao Tome and Principe eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a Sao Tome and Principe visa valid and how long can I stay?

The Sao Tome and Principe Tourist eVisa permits a stay of Up to 30 days and is valid for 3 months from issue (single entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason Sao Tome and Principe applications are refused.

Sao Tome and Principe Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | Tourist eVisa

Sao Tome and Principe Visa Information

Visa TypeTourist eVisa

Length of StayUp to 30 days

Validity3 months from issue

EntrySingle entry

MethodVisa-free or eVisa via smf.st/evisa

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Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

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How Sao Tome and Principe eVisa Process Works

1
Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

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Submitted to Immigration
Sent to Sao Tome and Principe Immigration.

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Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Portuguese-speaking countries and a set of African and other partners are visa-free for short stays, with Portugal enjoying a longer allowance. Everyone else applies for the eVisa online at smf.st/evisa and prints the approval to present at check-in and on arrival.

Eligible nationalities

209 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Portuguese-speaking and select partner countries are visa-free for short stays; everyone else needs the eVisa. Check your nationality page for details.

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How Sao Tome and Principe eVisa Process Works

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Make Payment

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Submitted to Immigration

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