United States
São Tomé and Príncipe
São Tomé and Príncipe visa for US citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by US citizens for São Tomé and Príncipe, for stays of 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 States
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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 States 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long US citizens can stay in São Tomé and Príncipe
US 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 States
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe?
No visa is needed by US citizens for São Tomé and Príncipe, for stays of up to 15 days.
How long can US citizens stay in São Tomé and Príncipe?
US 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 States?
Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States.
Can US citizens enter São Tomé and Príncipe visa-free?
Yes, US 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.