•Ensure the passport copy you upload is high quality and completely legible.
•You do not pay the visa fee online; you must pay it in cash (Euros or USD) at the border.
•Print the e-Visa approval letter; digital copies on phones are sometimes not accepted by airlines.
•A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory if you transit through an endemic country.

Easiest Way to Get It

Applying directly through the official government SMF e-Visa portal is the only and easiest way.

Visa rules can change. Always verify with the official embassy.

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Discover São Tomé & Príncipe

Sao Tome and Principe is a tropical paradise lost in time, located in the Gulf of Guinea on the Equator. Known as the 'Center of the World', these volcanic islands offer lush primary rainforests, dramatic rock spires like Cão Grande, and historic cocoa and coffee plantations known as 'Roças'. The islands are a haven for biodiversity and a testament to the peaceful 'Leve-Leve' (easy-easy) way of life.

Sao Tome

The seaside capital, famous for its Portuguese colonial architecture, vibrant markets, and the historic Fort São Sebastião.

Pico Cão GrandeObo National ParkRoça Agostinho NetoCalulu (Smoked fish stew)Arroz Doce (Sweet rice)

Best Time: June to September (Gravana - the long dry season with cooler temperatures)

Currency: Sao Tome and Principe Dobra (STN)

Daily Budget: $70-150/day

Safety & Scams

Generally very safe for tourists; violent crime is rare; exercise standard precautions with cash and electronics in markets; malaria is a risk—consult a doctor for prophylactics; healthcare is basic in Sao Tome and very limited in Principe; tap water is not safe—filtered or bottled water is essential.

Getting Around

Shared taxis (amarelos) are the main way to travel locally; motorcycle taxis are common for short trips; 4x4 rentals are highly recommended for exploring the rugged interior; small planes and a weekly ferry connect the two islands.

Cultural Etiquette

Greetings are essential; respect the 'Leve Leve' pace of life; dress modestly when away from the beach; ask for permission before photographing individuals; Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated (5-10%).

Internet & Connectivity

Digital infrastructure is developing; 3G/4G is available in Sao Tome and Santo Antonio; Wi-Fi is standard in upscale hotels and some Roças, but can be slow or intermittent.

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