DR Congo visa for Sao Tomean Creole citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sao Tomean Creole passport holders visiting Democratic Republic of the Congo 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 Democratic Republic of the Congo for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Democratic Republic of the Congo e-visa for Sao Tomean Creole citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Democratic Republic of the Congo visa on arrival for Sao Tomean Creole citizens | Not Available | |
Democratic Republic of the Congo tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sao Tomean Creole passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Democratic Republic of the Congo.
If you are looking for Democratic Republic of the Congo 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 Democratic Republic of the Congo nearest your place of residence.
- Libreville: The Embassy of in Libreville, ~ 304.14 kilometers (188.98 mi) away from Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 24 minutes).
- Yaounde: The Embassy of in Yaounde, ~ 662.71 kilometers (411.79 mi) away from Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 54 minutes).
Democratic Republic of the Congo visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Democratic Republic of the Congo 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 Democratic Republic of the Congo 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.)
Democratic Republic of the Congo & São Tomé and Príncipe comparison
Democratic Republic of the Congo's area is approximately 2,345,409 km2 (905,567 sq mi), while the area of São Tomé and Príncipe is approximately 960 km2 (370 sq mi). This means São Tomé and Príncipe is 2443.13 times smaller than Democratic Republic of the Congo.
As of November 2025, Democratic Republic of the Congo's population is ~114.8 million people - 114,568,048 more people than the population of São Tomé and Príncipe.
We have highlighted Democratic Republic of the Congo & São Tomé and Príncipe’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | São Tomé and Príncipe | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 114,808,136 | 240,088 | 114.6 million more people live in Democratic Republic of the Congo than São Tomé and Príncipe |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 22 | Democratic Republic of the Congo has 36 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with São Tomé and Príncipe. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 17 | 4 | Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holders can visit 13 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 44 | 13 | DR Congo hosts 31 more foreign missions than São Tomé and Príncipe. |
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