Visa-Free Countries with São Tomé & Principe Passport
Visa-Free Countries with São Tomé & Principe Passport
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Susanna Uzakova
Senior Citizenship & Residency Advisor
Last edited: May 27, 2026
Published: November 18, 2025
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The São Tomé & Príncipe passport is steadily gaining recognition in global mobility rankings. While the country is relatively new to the citizenship by investment market, its passport already provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to a growing list of regions – including parts of Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, and South America.
Below is a helpful overview of travel opportunities that citizens of São Tomé & Príncipe can enjoy.
Key Takeaways
Extensive Global Mobility: Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to nearly 60 countries, including Singapore, Hong Kong, and many Caribbean and African destinations.
E-Visa Convenience: Additional countries allow entry via e-visa, making travel easier and faster.
Fast Processing: The minimum due diligence period is about 2 months, with total processing typically taking 4–6 months.
Affordable Investment: Program starts from $90,000, making it the most cost-effective option worldwide.
Which Countries Are Visa-Free for Sao Tome & Principe Citizens?
São Tomé & Príncipe citizens can enter nearly 60 countries either visa-free or with visa-on-arrival, including destinations in Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, and South America. Additionally, e-visas are available for countries like Turkey, UAE, and Thailand, simplifying entry.
Visa-free access and entry rules can change at any time. Before traveling or making immigration decisions, always check the current requirements with official government sources, embassies, or a qualified immigration advisor.
Visa-Free / Visa-on-Arrival Destinations
Although the full list may vary depending on each country’s immigration policies, citizens of São Tomé & Príncipe currently enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to nearly 60 countries.
These include:
Angola
Bahamas
Bangladesh
Barbados
Benin
Burundi
Cambodia
Cape Verde Islands
Comoro Islands
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Djibouti
Dominica
Ecuador
Egypt
El Salvador
Ethiopia
Gabon
Ghana
Guatemala
Guinea-Bissau
Haiti
Honduras
Hong Kong (SAR China)
Jordan
Kenya
Kosovo
Laos
Macao (SAR China)
Madagascar
Malawi
Malaysia
Maldives
Mauritius
Micronesia
Mozambique
Namibia
Nepal
Nicaragua
Niue
Palau Islands
Panama
Philippines
Rwanda
Samoa
Seychelles
Singapore
South Africa
Sri Lanka
St. Lucia
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Suriname
Tanzania
Timor-Leste
Tuvalu
Zambia
Zimbabwe
E-Visa Access with a São Tomé & Príncipe Passport
In addition to visa-free and visa-on-arrival destinations, São Tomé & Príncipe passport holders can apply for an e-visa to a number of countries. This simplifies the process: applications are submitted online, approvals are usually fast, and travelers receive confirmation electronically.
The following destinations can be visited this way:
Albania
Antigua and Barbuda
Bahrain
Bhutan
Bolivia
Botswana
Burkina Faso
Cameroon
Colombia
Congo (Dem. Rep.)
Cote d’Ivoire
Cuba
Equatorial Guinea
Georgia
Guinea
Indonesia
Iran
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Liberia
Mauritania
Moldova
Montserrat
Nigeria
Oman
Pakistan
Qatar
Sierra Leone
Somalia
South Sudan
St. Helena
St. Kitts and Nevis
Suriname
Syria
Thailand
Togo
Uganda
United Arab Emirates
Vietnam
The list may expand as more states adopt digital entry systems, making travel planning easier and more convenient.
Why are Investors Paying Attention to Sao Tome and Principe Citizenship by Investment Program?
Straightforward application requirements – no residency, language tests, or interviews.
Predictable processing – The minimum due diligence period is about 2 months, with total processing typically taking 4–6 months.
Improving global mobility – visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to nearly 60 countries, with the list gradually expanding as new agreements are signed.
Affordable entry cost – investment from $90,000, making it the most cost-effective program currently available worldwide.
Family inclusion – investors can add a spouse, dependent children (including adult children), and parents to the application.
Dual citizenship allowed – applicants do not need to renounce their existing nationality.
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