🇸🇹São Tomé and Príncipe Visa for Saudi Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

e-Visa

Saudi passport holders can apply online for a São Tomé and Príncipe e-Visa before travel — no embassy visit for eligible short-term visits. Eligibility and covered purposes vary, so check the conditions below.

An e-Visa (Autorização de Entrada) can be applied for online via the official SMF e-Visa portal (smf.st/evisa). Processing time is up to 7 working days. Payment is made at the border upon arrival. Requires: scanned passport (PDF), reservation details, return ticket, and proof of means of subsistence (100 EUR/day). Applies under Decreto Lei 11/2009 and Lei 5/2008. Nationalities that already qualify for visa-free entry or visa on arrival may still use the e-Visa as an alternative route.

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How Saudi citizens apply for a São Tomé and Príncipe visa

  • → Apply for the e-Visa online before travel and carry the approval. Apply here ↗

São Tomé and Príncipe visa cost for Saudi citizens

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Fee not published by São Tomé and Príncipe

Single entry, valid 90 days from issue, stay up to 30 daysofficial source
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Tourist visa stamping fee (paid on arrival at airport)

EUR 20 (~$22)

Single entry, 30 days
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Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 · sourced from official government fee schedules

São Tomé and Príncipe visa types

Autorização de Entrada (e-Visa / Entry Authorization)

Grants foreign nationals permission to enter São Tomé and Príncipe for tourism, leisure, or short visits. Applied for online via the official SMF e-Visa portal.

90 daysonline
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Autorização de Entrada (e-Visa / Entry Authorization) - Business

Allows foreign nationals to enter São Tomé and Príncipe for business meetings, commercial activities, or investment-related visits. Applied via the same SMF e-Visa portal as tourist entry.

90 daysonline
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Visto de Trânsito (Transit Visa)

Permits foreign nationals to transit through São Tomé and Príncipe en route to a third country.

4 daysonline
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Visto de Residência (Residence Visa - general)

Authorizes a foreign national to enter São Tomé and Príncipe in order to apply for a residence certificate (certificado de residência); the umbrella category covering all long-stay purposes.

60 daysonline
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Visto de Residência para Exercício de Actividade Profissional Subordinada (Residence Visa - Employed Work)

For foreign nationals coming to work under an employment contract for an employer in São Tomé and Príncipe.

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Visto de Residência para Exercício de Actividade Profissional Independente (Residence Visa - Self-Employed / Investor)

For foreign nationals establishing self-employment, a business, or an investment operation in São Tomé and Príncipe.

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Visto de Residência para Actividade de Investigação ou Altamente Qualificada (Residence Visa - Research / Highly-Qualified Activity)

For researchers and highly-qualified professionals coming to carry out scientific research or a highly-qualified activity in São Tomé and Príncipe.

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Visto de Residência para Estudo, Intercâmbio de Estudantes, Estágio Profissional ou Voluntariado (Residence Visa - Study / Exchange / Internship / Volunteering)

For foreign nationals admitted for studies, a secondary-school student-exchange programme, a professional internship, or volunteering.

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Visto de Residência para Efeitos de Reagrupamento Familiar (Residence Visa - Family Reunification)

For family members joining a foreign national or citizen legally resident in São Tomé and Príncipe.

60 daysonline
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Isenção de Visto - Passaporte Diplomático/Serviço (Diplomatic/Service Passport Exemption)

Visa-free entry for holders of diplomatic and service passports from CPLP member states and countries with bilateral diplomatic agreements.

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São Tomé and Príncipe visa for Saudi citizens — FAQ

Do Saudi citizens need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe?

Saudi passport holders can apply online for a São Tomé and Príncipe e-Visa before travel — no embassy visit for eligible short-term visits. Eligibility and covered purposes vary, so check the conditions below.

What documents do Saudi citizens need for São Tomé and Príncipe?

A passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific São Tomé and Príncipe visa category.

How much does the São Tomé and Príncipe visa cost for Saudi citizens?

The São Tomé and Príncipe tourist visa stamping fee (paid on arrival at airport) fee is EUR 20 (~$22).

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