Sao Tome and Principe Visa Guide

Overview

Indian citizens can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at São Tomé International Airport. The visa is valid for 15 days and can be extended for an additional 15 days. The visa fee is paid in cash and is non-refundable. Indians are required to have a valid passport with at least 6 months' validity and a return ticket.

Required Documents

• 1Valid Indian passport (min 6 months validity, 2 blank pages)
• 2Completed visa application form (from official website)
• 3Recent passport photograph (exact size 35x45mm, white background)
• 4Confirmed return flight tickets
• 5Hotel booking confirmation
• 6Bank statement last 3 months (min balance)
• 7Employment proof / ITR / salary slips
• 8Travel insurance
• 9Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if traveling from or through an infected area)
• 10Proof of sufficient funds (min USD 100 per day)

Application Process

1. 1

   Apply for a visa on arrival

   Visit the São Tomé International Airport and proceed to the visa on arrival counter. Fill out the application form and submit it along with the required documents.

2. 2

   Pay the visa fee

   The visa fee is paid in cash and is non-refundable. The fee is USD 50.

3. 3

   Submit biometric data

   Fingerprints and a digital photo will be taken as part of the application process.

4. 4

   Collect the visa

   The visa will be issued on the spot and is valid for 15 days.

5. 5

   Check the visa conditions

   The visa is valid for 15 days and can be extended for an additional 15 days. Indians are required to have a valid passport with at least 6 months' validity and a return ticket.

6. 6

   Leave the airport

   After collecting the visa, proceed to the airport exit and collect your luggage.