Sao Tomean Creole visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting São Tomé and Príncipe for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Saudi Arabian citizens to enter São Tomé and Príncipe for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | São Tomé and Príncipe e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | São Tomé and Príncipe visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
São Tomé and Príncipe tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian 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 Saudi Arabia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of São Tomé and Príncipe nearest your place of residence.
- Cairo: The Consulate General of in Cairo, ~ 1533.01 kilometers (952.57 mi) away from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 33 minutes).
- New Delhi: The Honorary Consulate of in New Delhi, ~ 3236.67 kilometers (2011.18 mi) away from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 3 minutes).
São Tomé and Príncipe visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest São Tomé and Príncipe diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to São Tomé and Príncipe from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7 | N/A |
| 2009 | 8 | 14.29% |
| 2011 | 6 | -25.00% |
| 2015 | 13 | 116.67% |
| 2016 | 14 | 7.69% |
| 2017 | 14 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 17 | 21.43% |
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 & Saudi Arabia comparison
São Tomé and Príncipe's area is approximately 960 km2 (370 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 2239.26 times bigger than São Tomé and Príncipe.
As of October 2025, São Tomé and Príncipe's population is ~240088 people - 37,341,485 fewer people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted São Tomé and Príncipe & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| São Tomé and Príncipe | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 240,088 | 37,581,573 | 37.3 million fewer people live in São Tomé and Príncipe than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 22 | 114 | São Tomé and Príncipe has 92 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 4 | 39 | São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders visit 35 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 13 | 127 | Sao Tomean Creole hosts 114 fewer foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to São Tomé and Príncipe in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting São Tomé and Príncipe in 2018 was approximately 17.
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Useful Information
- Sao Tome to Riyadh: 4500.31 km (2796.36 mi)
- Travel time: 9 hours 22 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025