Sao Tomean Creole visa for Latvian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Latvian passport holders visiting São Tomé and Príncipe for a short-term stay: 15 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Latvian citizens to enter São Tomé and Príncipe for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 15 days |
| Evisa | São Tomé and Príncipe e-visa for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | São Tomé and Príncipe visa on arrival for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
São Tomé and Príncipe tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Latvian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in São Tomé and Príncipe.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from São Tomé and Príncipe.
If you are looking for São Tomé and Príncipe visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Latvia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of São Tomé and Príncipe nearest your place of residence.
- Stockholm: The Consulate General of in Stockholm, ~ 470.41 kilometers (292.30 mi) away from Riga, Latvia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 34 minutes).
- Vienna: The Consulate General of in Vienna, ~ 1114.16 kilometers (692.31 mi) away from Riga, Latvia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 34 minutes).
São Tomé and Príncipe visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest São Tomé and Príncipe diplomatic mission offices to Latvia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Latvia traveling to São Tomé and Príncipe from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Latvia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 12 | N/A |
| 2009 | 12 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 6 | -50.00% |
| 2011 | 10 | 66.67% |
| 2015 | 20 | 100.00% |
| 2016 | 23 | 15.00% |
| 2017 | 23 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 27 | 17.39% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
São Tomé and Príncipe & Latvia comparison
São Tomé and Príncipe's area is approximately 960 km2 (370 sq mi), while the area of Latvia is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi). This means Latvia is 64.79 times bigger than São Tomé and Príncipe.
As of October 2025, São Tomé and Príncipe's population is ~240088 people - 1,544,255 fewer people than the population of Latvia.
We have highlighted São Tomé and Príncipe & Latvia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| São Tomé and Príncipe | Latvia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 240,088 | 1,784,343 | 1.5 million fewer people live in São Tomé and Príncipe than Latvia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 22 | 47 | São Tomé and Príncipe has 25 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Latvia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 4 | 137 | São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders visit 133 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 13 | 58 | Sao Tomean Creole hosts 45 fewer foreign missions than Latvia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Latvia travel to São Tomé and Príncipe in one year?
The number of visitors from Latvia visiting São Tomé and Príncipe in 2018 was approximately 27.
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Useful Information
- Sao Tome to Riga: 5930.57 km (3685.09 mi)
- Travel time: 12 hours 21 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025