A full visa applied for online. Processing typically takes a few business days.

A full visa applied for online. Processing typically takes a few business days.

The permitted stay for Samoa citizens in São Tomé and Príncipe depends on the visa type granted at entry. Confirm exact length with the São Tomé and Príncipe embassy or consulate before traveling.

Samoa citizens need an eVisa (Electronic Visa) to enter São Tomé and Príncipe. A full visa applied for online. Processing typically takes a few business days.

Apply online through the official São Tomé and Príncipe eVisa portal. Typical requirements include a passport scan, passport-sized photo, travel itinerary, and proof of accommodation. Processing usually takes 3-15 business days, so apply well before your trip.

For short business visits like meetings or conferences, Samoa citizens typically enter São Tomé and Príncipe under the same rules as tourists. For paid work, long assignments, or activities beyond what a tourist visa allows, a dedicated business or work visa is required. Confirm specifics with the São Tomé and Príncipe embassy or consulate.