São Tomé and Príncipe Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in São Tomé and Príncipe. You can visit for tourism for up to 15 days without a visa, and you pay a 20-euro entry fee on arrival.
São Tomé and Príncipe travel requirements at a glance
Valid for your whole stay
Not needed for up to 15 days
20 euros on arrival
Certificate if from a risk country
Official source: GOV.UK São Tomé and Príncipe entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid for your whole stay
- Visa-free for tourism up to 15 days
- 20-euro entry fee on arrival
- Longer stays need you to meet entry rules
Passport validity for São Tomé and Príncipe
Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.
Visas
You can visit São Tomé and Príncipe for tourism for up to 15 days without a visa.
To stay longer, work, study or travel for business, you must meet the government's entry requirements.
Arriving and border checks
You must pay a 20-euro entry fee when you arrive. You can also pay in US dollars or local currency.
You need a yellow fever certificate if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for São Tomé and Príncipe?
No. GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.
Do I need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe?
No, not for tourism visits of up to 15 days.
Is there an entry fee for São Tomé and Príncipe?
Yes. GOV.UK says you must pay a 20-euro entry fee when you arrive.