Sao Tomean Creole visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African 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 South African 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 South African citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | São Tomé and Príncipe visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
São Tomé and Príncipe tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African 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 South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of São Tomé and Príncipe nearest your place of residence.
- Cape Town: The Consulate General of São Tomé and Príncipe in Cape Town, South Africa (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 46 minutes)
São Tomé and Príncipe visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest São Tomé and Príncipe diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to São Tomé and Príncipe from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 120 | N/A |
| 2009 | 126 | 5.00% |
| 2010 | 66 | -47.62% |
| 2011 | 101 | 53.03% |
| 2015 | 212 | 109.90% |
| 2016 | 240 | 13.21% |
| 2017 | 240 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 277 | 15.42% |
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 & South Africa comparison
São Tomé and Príncipe's area is approximately 960 km2 (370 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 1263.64 times bigger than São Tomé and Príncipe.
As of October 2025, São Tomé and Príncipe's population is ~240088 people - 62,864,358 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted São Tomé and Príncipe & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| São Tomé and Príncipe | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 240,088 | 63,104,446 | 62.9 million fewer people live in São Tomé and Príncipe than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 22 | 124 | São Tomé and Príncipe has 102 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 4 | 67 | São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders visit 63 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 13 | 197 | Sao Tomean Creole hosts 184 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to São Tomé and Príncipe in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting São Tomé and Príncipe in 2018 was approximately 277.
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