Cabo Verdean visa for Sao Tomean Creole citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sao Tomean Creole passport holders visiting Cape Verde for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sao Tomean Creole citizens to enter Cape Verde for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Cape Verde e-visa for Sao Tomean Creole citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cape Verde visa on arrival for Sao Tomean Creole citizens | Eligible | |
Cape Verde tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sao Tomean Creole passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Cape Verde.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Cape Verde.
If you are looking for Cape Verde visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from São Tomé and Príncipe, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Cape Verde nearest your place of residence.
- Sao Tome: The Embassy of Cape Verde in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe (Working hours: Close now)
Cape Verde visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Cape Verde diplomatic mission offices to São Tomé and Príncipe for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from São Tomé and Príncipe traveling to Cape Verde from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (São Tomé and Príncipe) estimated | Change (%) |
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References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cape Verde & São Tomé and Príncipe comparison
Cape Verde's area is approximately 4,033 km2 (1,557 sq mi), while the area of São Tomé and Príncipe is approximately 960 km2 (370 sq mi). This means São Tomé and Príncipe is 4.20 times smaller than Cape Verde.
As of October 2025, Cape Verde's population is ~557361 people - 317,273 more people than the population of São Tomé and Príncipe.
We have highlighted Cape Verde & São Tomé and Príncipe’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cape Verde | São Tomé and Príncipe | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 557,361 | 240,088 | 317273 more people live in Cape Verde than São Tomé and Príncipe |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 2 | 22 | Cape Verde has 20 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with São Tomé and Príncipe. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 36 | 4 | Cape Verde passport holders can visit 32 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 19 | 13 | Cabo Verdean hosts 6 more foreign missions than São Tomé and Príncipe. |
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