United Kingdom
São Tomé and Príncipe
São Tomé and Príncipe visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British 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 the United Kingdom
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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 the United Kingdom 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).
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in São Tomé and Príncipe
British 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 the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom requires citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe?
British citizens can visit São Tomé and Príncipe without a visa for up to 15 days.
How long can British citizens stay in São Tomé and Príncipe?
British citizens can stay in São Tomé and Príncipe for up to 15 days.
Do citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need a visa for the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom requires citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can British citizens enter São Tomé and Príncipe visa-free?
Yes, British 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.