Sao Tomean Creole visa for Portuguese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Portuguese 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 Portuguese 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 Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | São Tomé and Príncipe visa on arrival for Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
São Tomé and Príncipe tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Portuguese 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 Portugal, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of São Tomé and Príncipe nearest your place of residence.
- Lisbon: The Embassy of São Tomé and Príncipe in Lisbon, Portugal (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 26 minutes)
- Porto: The Consulate General of São Tomé and Príncipe in Porto, Portugal (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 26 minutes)
São Tomé and Príncipe visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest São Tomé and Príncipe diplomatic mission offices to Portugal for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Portugal traveling to São Tomé and Príncipe from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Portugal) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 91 | N/A |
| 2009 | 96 | 5.49% |
| 2010 | 50 | -47.92% |
| 2011 | 77 | 54.00% |
| 2015 | 161 | 109.09% |
| 2016 | 182 | 13.04% |
| 2017 | 182 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 210 | 15.38% |
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 & Portugal comparison
São Tomé and Príncipe's area is approximately 960 km2 (370 sq mi), while the area of Portugal is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi). This means Portugal is 95.41 times bigger than São Tomé and Príncipe.
As of October 2025, São Tomé and Príncipe's population is ~240088 people - 9,808,768 fewer people than the population of Portugal.
We have highlighted São Tomé and Príncipe & Portugal’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| São Tomé and Príncipe | Portugal | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 240,088 | 10,048,856 | 9.8 million fewer people live in São Tomé and Príncipe than Portugal |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 22 | 128 | São Tomé and Príncipe has 106 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Portugal. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 4 | 141 | São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders visit 137 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 13 | 150 | Sao Tomean Creole hosts 137 fewer foreign missions than Portugal. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Portugal travel to São Tomé and Príncipe in one year?
The number of visitors from Portugal visiting São Tomé and Príncipe in 2018 was approximately 210.
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| Sunrise | 14:02 PM | |
Useful Information
- Sao Tome to Lisbon: 4183.51 km (2599.51 mi)
- Travel time: 8 hours 42 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025