TA) countries. Additionally, this guide provides details on travel destinations that require a prior visa for Sao Tome & Principe passport holders, including both electronic visas (e
Visas) & regular visas.
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The above list shows all the visa-exempt countries for Sao Tome và Principe citizens. However, it is important to lớn recognize that the duration of stay and permissible purposes for travel for Sao Tome and Principe citizens in each country are subject to lớn the respective nation"s visa regulations. It is essential for Sao Tome and Principe passport holders to lớn verify if a visa is required for extended stays beyond the allowed duration of stay or for purposes not encompassed within the Visa Waiver Policy of the destination country.
Sao Tome & Principe nationals are eligible for a visa on arrival in the following 35 countries. In most cases, a visa can be obtained at the airport or border crossing point upon arrival. Fees, validity, và allowed duration of stay may vary.
Upon arrival at the immigration checkpoint in the destination country, travelers may need khổng lồ complete the requisite paperwork, provide any necessary documentation, and pay the relevant visa fee. The immigration officer will subsequently issue the visa, granting the visitor authorization to lớn enter and remain in the country for the specified duration & purpose.
Sao Tome and Principe passport holders are eligible khổng lồ obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (e
TA) prior khổng lồ visiting the following 2 countries. An e
TA is a digital travel document required for eligible travelers who are visa-exempt for a specific country, và it can be obtained online prior to lớn travel.
Many countries with e
TA systems have a streamlined & efficient application process, with approval often granted within hours or a few days. It is important to note that eligibility for an e
TA varies depending on the traveler"s nationality & the destination country. Travelers are advised to always check the specific entry requirements of the destination country before planning their trip.
The following 30 countries require Sao Tome và Principe nationals to apply for an electronic visa (e
Visa) before traveling. An e
Visa is a digital visa that can be applied for online and, in most cases, sent lớn the applicant"s email. Processing times, fees, and validity may vary among different countries.
The process of getting an e
Visa typically involves filling out an online form, providing personal và passport information, uploading necessary documents (such as a passport-sized photo), và paying the visa fee. Once the application has been reviewed and approved, the e-Visa is sent to the applicant, usually via email, in a PDF or other electronic format. The traveler may need to lớn print a copy to take with them when traveling. Requirements for e-Visas may vary depending on the traveler"s nationality và the destination country. It is important to kiểm tra the specific visa requirements for your destination country before planning your trip.
Sao Tome and Principe passport holders need to lớn apply for a regular visa before traveling to lớn the following 137 countries:
Visa processing times, fees, and required documents vary by the traveler"s nationality and the destination country. Lớn obtain a visa, travelers generally need to lớn apply at the destination country"s embassy or consulate in their country of origin or country of residence, providing required documents such as a passport, photographs, itinerary, proof of financial means, và other relevant information. It is important to check the specific visa requirements for your destination country before planning your trip khổng lồ ensure that you have the appropriate documents và permissions for your visit. The above lists of visa-free destinations for Sao Tome và Principe passport holders are subject to lớn change from time to time based on visa agreements between countries, temporary travel restrictions, and entry requirements imposed by countries. It is advised to kiểm tra before traveling for any additional requirements or temporary restrictions that may be imposed by your travel destination country.
The Sao Tomean passport is currently ranked 78th place on the Guide Passport Index. It provides visa-free access to lớn 62 destinations. Sao Tomean passport holders have visa-free access và visas on arrival lớn countries such as Philippines, & Singapore. Sao Tomean passport holders bởi vì however require a visa lớn enter 167 destinations in the world. Some countries where a visa is required are Thailand, Turkey, Russia & the entire European Union. This high visa requirement results in a low mobility score.
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Passport rank
78th
Visa-free travel to
62 Destinations
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Sao Tome & Principe passport visa free countries
Bahamas
Barbados
Benin
Bermuda
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Dominica
Ecuador
El Salvador
Gambia
Guatemala
Haiti
Honduras
Hong Kong
Kosovo
Malaysia
Micronesia
Nicaragua
Panama
Philippines
Rwanda
Singapore
South Africa
St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Suriname
Visa on arrival
35Destinations
Bangladesh
Bolivia
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cambodia
Cape Verde
Comoros
Djibouti
Egypt
Ethiopia
Ghana
Guinea-Bissau
Jordan
Laos
Macao
Madagascar
Malawi
Maldives
Mauritania
Mauritius
Mozambique
Namibia
Nepal
Nigeria
Niue
Palau
Saint Lucia
Samoa
Seychelles
Tanzania
Timor-Leste
Togo
Tuvalu
Zambia
Zimbabwe
e
TA
2Destinations
Kenya
Sri Lanka
Visa online
30Destinations
Albania
Antigua và Barbuda
Australia
Bahrain
Bhutan
Botswana
Cameroon
Colombia
Congo (Dem. Rep.)
Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Equatorial Guinea
Gabon
Georgia
Guinea
Iran
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Lesotho
Moldova
Mongolia
Oman
Pakistan
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Sierra Leone
South Sudan
St. Helena
Uganda
United Arab Emirates
Uzbekistan
Vietnam
Visa required
137Destinations
Afghanistan
Algeria
American Samoa
Andorra
Angola
Anguilla
Argentina
Armenia
Aruba
Austria
Azerbaijan
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Brazil
British Virgin Islands
Brunei
Bulgaria
Canada
Cayman Islands
Central African Republic
Chad
Chile
China
Congo
Croatia
Cuba
Curacao
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominican Republic
Eritrea
Estonia
Eswatini
Falkland Islands
Faroe Islands
Fiji
Finland
France
French Guiana
French Polynesia
French West Indies
Germany
Gibraltar
Greece
Greenland
Grenada
Guam
Guyana
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Iraq
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Kiribati
Kuwait
Latvia
Lebanon
Liberia
Libya
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Mali
Malta
Marshall Islands
Mayotte
Mexico
Monaco
Montenegro
Montserrat
Morocco
Myanmar
Nauru
Netherlands
New Caledonia
New Zealand
Niger
Norfolk Island
North Korea
North Macedonia
Northern Mariana Islands
Norway
Palestinian Territories
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Poland
Portugal
Puerto Rico
Qatar
Reunion
Romania
Russia
San Marino
Saudi Arabia
Senegal
Serbia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Solomon Islands
Somalia
South Korea
Spain
St. Maarten
St. Pierre và Miquelon
Sudan
Sweden
Switzerland
Syria
Taiwan
Tajikistan
Thailand
Tonga
Trinidad và Tobago
Tunisia
Turkey
Turkmenistan
Turks & Caicos Islands
Ukraine
United Kingdom
United States of America
Uruguay
US Virgin Islands
Vanuatu
Vatican City
Venezuela
Wallis và Futuna
Yemen
Sao Tome và Principe Passport Ranking
The Sao Tome and Principe passport ranking relative to lớn other global passports is calculated by adding up the number of countries that allow Sao Tome & Principe passport holders khổng lồ enter without a visa (i.e. Visa-free countries) và those that allow Sao Tome và Principe passport holders lớn enter by obtaining a visa on arrival (i.e. Visa-on-arrival countries) or an electronic travel authorization (e
TA). There are currently a total of 25 Sao Tome & Principe passport visa-free countries, 35 Sao Tome and Principe visa-on-arrival countries, and 2 e
TA destinations.
Altogether, Sao Tome and Principe passport holders can enter a total of 62 destinations—either without a visa, through a visa on arrival, or via an e
TA. As a result, the Sao Tome và Principe passport ranks 78 in the world.
Separate from these Sao Tome & Principe visa-free countries & visa-on-arrival countries, there are 167 additional destinations which Sao Tome & Principe passport holders either need a physical visa khổng lồ enter or an e
Visa (i.e. Visa required countries).
About Sao Tome và Principe
The Democratic Republic of Sao Tome & Principe is a former Portuguese colony. Located in Central Africa, this island national consists of 7 districts. The most important districts are Água Grande, Mé-Zóchi và Lobata. Sao Tome & Principe is the 2nd smallest country in Africa with a surface area of 1,001 square kilometers. Its climate is mostly tropical to subtropical. The terrain is characterized by volcanoes và mountains. The climate is tropical hot & humid with only one rainy season from October till May.
The overall population is around 211,028 million people. The capital of the country is Sao Tome. It is also the most populous đô thị with Approximately 70,000 inhabitants. Other important cities of the country are Santo Amaro, Neves and Santana. The largest and only international airport is Sao Tome International Airport (TMS). It connects the country lớn destinations across Africa and Portugal.
Sao Tome and Principe gained independence from Portugal in 1975. Its culture is dominated by a set of traditions & the Portuguese heritage. The main religion of the country is Christianity. The official language of the nation is Portuguese. The legal system is a set between the Portuguese civil law and customary law. The government form is a semi-presidential republic. President Carlos Vila Nova is the elected chief of state and the head of government is Prime Minister Patrice Trovoada. Elections take place every 5 years and the president is elected directly by popular vote.
The official currency of the country is Sao Tome và Principe Dobra (STD) with the current exchange rate being STD 20,697 lớn the USD. The country has an xuất hiện economy, generating a GDP of approximately $685 million. This makes it the smallest economy in Africa. It has a per capita income of $3,220. The main GDP contributing sectors are services, industry and agriculture. Agriculture remains very important for export revenue with cocoa being the main item. Other important export goods are textiles, coconuts, palm kernels & copra. The government is currently working together with Nigeria and china to diversify its industry.
Sao Tome and Principe is a developing tourism destination offering several attractions. It is known for its vast wildlife, beaches & nature reserves. Some of the major destinations are the capital Sao Tome, the Obo National Park, Santo Antonio, Santana, Rolas Island, Boca de Inferno & Jale Beach. The majority of the 33,000 yearly tourism visitors is originating from the neighboring African countries.
