Sao Tomean Creole visa for British citizens
A visa is NOT required for British 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 British 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 British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | São Tomé and Príncipe visa on arrival for British citizens | Not Available | |
São Tomé and Príncipe tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British 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 United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of São Tomé and Príncipe nearest your place of residence.
- London: The Consulate General of São Tomé and Príncipe in London, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
São Tomé and Príncipe visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest São Tomé and Príncipe diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to São Tomé and Príncipe from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 928 | N/A |
| 2009 | 973 | 4.85% |
| 2010 | 512 | -47.38% |
| 2011 | 781 | 52.54% |
| 2015 | 1,638 | 109.73% |
| 2016 | 1,850 | 12.94% |
| 2017 | 1,850 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 2,138 | 15.57% |
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 & United Kingdom comparison
São Tomé and Príncipe's area is approximately 960 km2 (370 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 252.01 times bigger than São Tomé and Príncipe.
As of October 2025, São Tomé and Príncipe's population is ~240088 people - 69,444,902 fewer people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted São Tomé and Príncipe & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| São Tomé and Príncipe | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 240,088 | 69,684,990 | 69.4 million fewer people live in São Tomé and Príncipe than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 22 | 222 | São Tomé and Príncipe has 200 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 4 | 139 | São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders visit 135 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 13 | 348 | Sao Tomean Creole hosts 335 fewer foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to São Tomé and Príncipe in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting São Tomé and Príncipe in 2018 was approximately 2,138.
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- Sao Tome to London: 5597.93 km (3478.39 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 39 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025