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Sao Tome And Principe Visa for United States Citizens 2026

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US citizens can enter Sao Tome and Principe visa-free for up to 15 days after completing a free pre-arrival entry authorization (EVIS) online before travel.

Guide last updated October 2, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry
  • Pre-arrival EVIS (electronic entry authorization) registration completed online before departure
  • Confirmed return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or host address)
  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination required if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission
  • No biometrics required for the 15-day visa-free entry beyond the passport bio-page upload for EVIS

Visa types

  • Visa-exempt entry (EVIS) for tourism/business stays up to 15 days, free of charge
  • Stays longer than 15 days, or work/study, require a standard visa obtained through the Sao Tome and Principe embassy/consulate or Directorate of Migration before travel
  • Business and work visa categories exist separately and require sponsor documentation

Entry conditions

  • Maximum stay of 15 days per entry under the visa waiver
  • EVIS registration must be approved before boarding; a printed or digital confirmation should be shown at check-in and on arrival
  • No formal extension process for the 15-day waiver; travelers needing more time should apply for a visa in advance instead
  • No employment permitted under the visa-free entry

Fees & processing time

  • EVIS registration: no fee for US citizens under the current waiver
  • Processing: typically same-day to 72 hours once submitted online
  • A full visa for longer stays costs roughly USD 30-50 depending on category, with 5-10 business day processing through the embassy

Tips for United States travelers

  • Apply for EVIS at least a few days before departure to avoid being denied boarding
  • Keep a printed copy of your EVIS approval, return ticket, and hotel booking for airline check-in and immigration
  • Yellow fever vaccination proof is commonly checked for travelers connecting through parts of Africa or South America
  • There is no US embassy in Sao Tome and Principe; register with the nearest US embassy (Gabon) before travel and carry alternate payment methods, as US cards have limited acceptance

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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