São Tomé and Príncipe
Tuvalu
Tuvalu visa for citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe
Entry requirement
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe receive their visa for Tuvalu at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which Tuvalu visa?
Visitor's Permit (Immigration Act, section 9)
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Up to 30 days per permit; no more than 3 months in total in any 12 months
- Fee
- A$100
Tuvalu’s tourist visa costs A$100 at the standard rate published by its authorities. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Up to 30 days per permit; no more than 3 months in total in any 12 months.
Citizens of Tuvalu travelling to São Tomé and Príncipe
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Travel advice for Tuvalu
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- 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 São Tomé and Príncipe to Tuvalu, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Tuvalu at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 1 December 2024), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Tuvalu (updated 19 March 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Tuvalu (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe can stay in Tuvalu
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe may stay in Tuvalu for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Tuvalu.
How citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe apply
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe receive the visa for Tuvalu at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Citizens of Tuvalu travelling to São Tomé and Príncipe
Citizens of Tuvalu need an e-Visa for São Tomé and Príncipe, applied for online before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need a visa for Tuvalu?
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe receive their visa for Tuvalu at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
How long can citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe stay in Tuvalu?
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe can stay in Tuvalu for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
How much does the Tuvalu tourist visa cost?
Tuvalu’s official sources give a standard fee of A$100 for the tourist visa.
Do citizens of Tuvalu need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe?
Citizens of Tuvalu need an e-Visa for São Tomé and Príncipe, applied for online before travel.
Can citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe enter Tuvalu visa-free?
No; citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need a visa on arrival in Tuvalu.
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.