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Sao Tome And Principe Visa for Hong Kong Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Hong Kong SAR passport holders need an e-Visa for Sao Tome and Principe - apply online before travel; fee around USD 35, processing 3-5 business days, single entry valid 30 days.

Guide last updated October 25, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date
  • Completed e-Visa application form submitted online
  • Recent passport-sized photo (white background, JPEG upload)
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
  • Return or onward flight ticket
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an at-risk country
  • Travel health insurance is strongly recommended though not strictly mandatory

Visa types

  • Tourist e-Visa: single entry, valid 30 days from issue, stay up to 30 days, fee approx USD 35
  • Business e-Visa: single or multiple entry, valid up to 90 days, requires an invitation letter from a local company
  • Visa on arrival is available at Sao Tome International Airport for travelers who could not complete the online application in time, but the e-Visa is the recommended route for Hong Kong passport holders

How to apply online

  • Visit the official Sao Tome and Principe government e-Visa portal
  • Create an account and complete the online application form with passport and trip details
  • Upload your passport bio page, passport photo, and proof of accommodation
  • Pay the visa fee online by credit card
  • Processing normally takes 3-5 business days; you will receive an approval letter by email
  • Print the approval letter and present it with your passport on arrival in Sao Tome

Fees & processing time

  • e-Visa fee: approximately USD 35 (paid online in USD or EUR equivalent)
  • No separate service fee since the application is filed directly with the government portal
  • Standard processing time: 3-5 business days
  • Express processing is not officially offered; apply at least 2 weeks before travel to allow for delays
  • Visa on arrival (if used) costs a similar amount paid in cash (USD or EUR) at the airport

Tips for Hong Kong travelers

  • Apply online at least 2-3 weeks before departure since there is no Sao Tome and Principe consulate in Hong Kong
  • Common rejection reasons: incomplete accommodation proof, blurry passport photo uploads, or mismatched trip dates
  • Keep a printed and digital copy of your approval letter - airline check-in staff may ask to see it before boarding
  • There are no direct flights from Hong Kong, so most itineraries transit through Lisbon, Addis Ababa, or Johannesburg
  • Extensions beyond 30 days must be requested in person at the Immigration Department in Sao Tome city

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.