São Tomé & Príncipe eVisa for Indian Passport Holders

Visa overview

Approx. total fee

€38≈ US$43 · ₹4,120Government visa fee + our service charge; indicative

Processing time

~6–8 days

Typical stay / validity

30 days

Visa type

eVisa / Online Visa

Entry type

Not specifiedConfirm on the official portal

Eligibility

Indian ordinary passport holdersAvailability does not guarantee approval

About the São Tomé & Príncipe visa

São Tomé and Príncipe is a tiny island nation in the Gulf of Guinea, known for cocoa plantations, rainforest, volcanic peaks and empty beaches. Indian passport holders can apply for an e-Visa online.

The tourist e-Visa allows a stay of up to 30 days. Accommodation proof may be requested.

São Tomé & Príncipe visa types for Indians

Visa options, stays and fees are set by São Tomé & Príncipe immigration and can change. We confirm the current options when you enquire.

Who can apply

• You hold an Indian ordinary passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of arrival, with at least two blank pages.
• Your visit is short-term, such as tourism, a family visit or business meetings. Work, study and residence in São Tomé & Príncipe need a different visa.

Accommodation requirement

May be requested

Accommodation proof may be requested

Accommodation proof or details may be asked for during the application or at entry.

Required documents

• Passport: Clear colour scan of the bio-data page of your Indian passport, valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of arrival.
• Photograph: Recent passport-size colour photo on a plain white background, as a digital file.
• Flights: Confirmed return or onward ticket showing your dates into and out of São Tomé & Príncipe.
• Accommodation: Hotel booking, tour voucher or your host's address and contact details in São Tomé & Príncipe.

How to apply

Processing time

• Typical time: ~6–8 days after a complete application is submitted
• Plan ahead: Apply at least 2–3 weeks before you fly to São Tomé & Príncipe, and earlier during peak holiday seasons.

Before you travel

• Flights are limited. Most connect via Lisbon, Luanda or Accra.
• The Santomean dobra is the local currency. Carry euros.
• Check whether you need a yellow fever vaccination certificate for São Tomé & Príncipe or for your return to India, especially if you transit through East or Central Africa.
• Keep a printed copy of your approval and a digital copy on your phone. Airlines often check it at check-in for flights to São Tomé & Príncipe.
• Travel insurance with medical cover is strongly recommended for every trip to São Tomé & Príncipe.

Important notes

• Fees and processing times are indicative and can change.
• eVisa availability does not guarantee approval. The decision rests with the authorities of São Tomé & Príncipe.
• Requirements can change, so verify on the official immigration or visa portal before payment or travel.
• VisaAdvisory is an independent assistance service and is not affiliated with any government or embassy.