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Updated on May 27, 2026
Sao Tome and Principe Citizenship by Investment
About Sao Tome and Principe Citizenship Program
Fast-Track Second Passport
Since August 1, 2025, São Tomé and Príncipe has launched its Citizenship by Investment program — one of the most affordable and fastest in the world.
To obtain a passport, a contribution starting from $90,000 to the National Transformation Fund is required. The program’s unit (CIU) is based in Dubai, enabling an efficient and streamlined application process.
Applications are submitted through licensed agents, with no residency or interview requirements. The application can include a spouse, financially dependent children up to 30 years old, and parents over 55. The passport provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 60+ countries.
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With our highly qualified team, you can get citizenship of São Tomé and Príncipe. The minimum due diligence period is about 2 months, with total processing typically taking 4–6 months.


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圣多美和普林西比公民身份的投资选择
获得圣多美和普林西比公民身份有多种投资途径:
国家发展基金捐款
Option 1
23万美元
Minimum investment
- 最受欢迎且最直接的选择
- 一个人和最多四人的家庭缴纳的金额相同。
- 政府审批费和尽职调查费另行收取。
Real Estate Investment
Option 2
30万美元
Minimum investment
- 购买政府批准的房产或旅游项目股份
- 每年租金收入潜力为2%至5%。
- 房产持有五年后可以出售
- 不影响公民身份。
大学基金捐款
选项3
26万美元
Minimum investment
- 适合六人或以上的家庭
- 支持西印度群岛大学基金的Non-refundable Contribution
- 包括一名家庭成员一年的学费奖学金
- 七人或以上家庭
- 每增加一名受抚养人需额外支付10,000美元手续费。
商业投资
选项4
1,500,000美元
Minimum investment
- 主要申请人需向获批准的企业投资至少150万美元。
- 或者
- 至少两名个人共同投资500万美元以上。
- 每位共同投资者必须至少出资40万美元。
| Fee/Tax | Cost |
|---|---|
| Property Transfer Tax | 3.09% of property value |
| Land Registration Fee | 0.6% of property value |
| Property Notarization Fee | Approx 1.5% of property value + VAT |
| Private Medical Insurance | From €150 per person |
| Document Translation | From €150 |
| Immigration Fee | €2,000 for main applicant €150 for family members over 18 |
| Card Issuance Fee | €16 per person |
Key Advantages of Sao Tome and Principe Citizenship
Who is Eligible for Sao Tome and Principe Citizenship
Main Applicant
- Minimum age: 18 years old
- Clean criminal record
- Must provide legal source of investment funds.
Spouse
Children
Parents & Grandparents
Siblings
Documents Required for Citizenship Application
Application Checklist
- Copy of Passport
- Birth Certificate
- Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
- Medical certificate including HIV test results
- Due Diligence Form
- Certificate of No Criminal Record
- Passport-sized Photographs
- Proof of Address
- Self-employment income proof (if applicable)
- Investment proof & source of funds
- Employment letter (if applicable)
- Payment of Government Fees
Legal assistance with property and fund investments, citizenship application stages, relocation, business registration, and more.
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How to Obtain Sao Tome and Principe Citizenship
8 Simple Steps to Secure Your Second Passport
Our team handles application intake, document guidance, and support at every stage to ensure accurate and timely processing.
Our consultants assess your eligibility, recommend the most suitable investment route, and provide a personalised document checklist.
Document Preparation
Your dedicated consultant assists with gathering and verifying all required documents to ensure full compliance with government requirements.
Application Submission
申请材料准备就绪后,将由内部审核,然后提交给圣多美和普林西比投资入籍部门。
Due Diligence & Application Review
The government conducts rigorous due diligence to verify all personal, financial, and legal information.
Approval Notification
Formal approval confirmation is typically issued within 90 to 120 days.
Complete Investment
After approval, you finalise your chosen investment, whether through donation, real estate, university fund, or business.
Mandatory Online Interview
All applicants aged 16 and above must complete an English video interview to verify application details and assess potential risks.
Citizenship Certificate & Passport Issuance
宣誓效忠后(可通过远程方式或短暂到访完成),您将收到入籍证书。您的圣多美和普林西比护照将直接快递给您,无需居住或旅行。
Unrestricted Access to 60+ Destinations
The São Tomé and Príncipe passport offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 60 countries, including Brazil, Hong Kong, Nepal, and several African nations. This provides investors and their families with flexible international travel, business opportunities, and the ability to explore key regions across Africa, Asia, and Latin America with ease.
- Albania
- Angola
- Azerbaijan
- Bahamas
- Bahrein
- Bangladesh
- Barbados
- Benin
- Bolivia
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Cape Verde Islands
- Colombia
- Comoro Islands
- Congo
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Cuba
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Georgia
- Ghana
- Guatemala
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Hong Kong (SAR China)
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kenya
- Kosovo
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Liberia
- Macao (SAR China)
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Montserrat
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Nepal
- Nicaragua
- Nigeria
- Niue
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Palau Islands
- Panama
- Philippines
- Qatar
- Rwanda
- Samoa
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
- St. Helena
- St. Kitts and Nevis
- St. Lucia
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines
- Suriname
- Syria
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Turkiye
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- United Arab Emirates
- Vietnam
- Zimbabwe
Frequently Asked Questions about Sao Tome and Prinicipe Citizenship
How to get São Tomé and Príncipe citizenship?
You can obtain São Tomé and Príncipe citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment program by making a donation to the National Transformation Fund (starting at $90,000).
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Is São Tomé and Príncipe a good place to live?
Yes — the country offers a peaceful, tropical environment, a slower pace of life, and relatively low living costs.
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What is São Tomé and Príncipe citizenship by investment?
It is a government program that allows foreign investors to obtain citizenship by making a non-refundable donation to the National Transformation Fund. The minimum contribution starts at $90,000, and the program provides fast processing, no residency or interview requirements, visa-free access to over 60 countries, and the ability to include eligible family members.
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How much is the passport in Sao Tome and Principe?
The minimum investment for a single applicant is $90,000. For families of 2–4 people, the contribution is $95,000. Additional dependents or newborns may require extra fees, along with passport, national ID, and citizenship certificate fees.
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Is Sao Tome and Principe a visa-free country?
No, São Tomé and Príncipe is not a visa-free country. However, its passport provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 60 countries, including Brazil, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, South Africa, and many others across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
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