Get a Sao Tome & Principe Visa

Business Travel Requirements for an Sao Tome & Principe Visa for Singapore Citizens

1. Visa May Not Be Required

   A visa is not required for stays not exceeding 15 days.The traveller must:

   • Hold a valid Schengen Member State visa or U.S. visa
   • Hold a passport valid a least six months on entry with two blank visa pages
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay in São Tomé e Príncipe
   • Participate in low level business meetings, discussions or conferences only
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination
   • Hold proof of a confirmed onward/return flight within 15 days of arrival
   • Confirm with the airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
   • Working or receiving remuneration from a company in São Tomé e Príncipe is NOT permitted

   For stays exceeding 15 days a visa is required and must be obtained prior to arrival.

   Please refer to the CIBTvisas application pack for further details.

2. Please Read

   There is no Embassy representation for this destination in Singapore. All applications are processed overseas using our CIBT global network of offices. An Overseas Return Courier Fee of $150 + GST per order will apply in addition to the application fees quoted.

3. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
   • Have at least one blank visa page

4. Photographs

   One passport sized colour photograph. The photograph must:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 45mm by 35 mm
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photos should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).

5. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   You must provide proof of travel arrangements for the duration of your trip.  Details of your intended arrangements must:

   • Include your original confirmed e-ticket showing entry and exit dates
   • Show your full name as printed in your passport

6. Business Introduction Letter

    A letter of introduction from the applicant's employer. This letter must:

   • Be issued by an employer or branch of the employer
   • Be on company letterhead paper
   • Include the name and address of the company
   • Include the name of the applicant
   • Include the date of birth of the applicant
   • Include the passport details of the applicant
   • Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
   • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant

7. Visa Application Form

   One completed and signed application form (do not print double sided). This form must be filled out in block capitals and signed in black ink.

8. CIBTvisas - Order Confirmation

   Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.