Russia
São Tomé and Príncipe
São Tomé and Príncipe visa for Russian citizens
Entry requirement
Russian citizens can visit São Tomé and Príncipe without a visa for up to 15 days.
- Maximum stay
- 15 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe travelling to Russia
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Travel advice for São Tomé and Príncipe
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Russia to São Tomé and Príncipe, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates São Tomé and Príncipe at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 3 September 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to São Tomé and Príncipe (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for São Tomé and Príncipe (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Russian citizens can stay in São Tomé and Príncipe
Russian citizens may stay in São Tomé and Príncipe for up to 15 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe travelling to Russia
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe must obtain a visa before travelling to Russia.
Frequently asked questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe?
Russian citizens can visit São Tomé and Príncipe without a visa for up to 15 days.
How long can Russian citizens stay in São Tomé and Príncipe?
Russian citizens can stay in São Tomé and Príncipe for up to 15 days.
Do citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need a visa for Russia?
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe must obtain a visa before travelling to Russia.
Can Russian citizens enter São Tomé and Príncipe visa-free?
Yes, Russian citizens can enter São Tomé and Príncipe without a visa and stay for up to 15 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.