Sao Tome and Principe visa requirements for Congoleses

Travel and visa requirements

Sao Tomean Visa is not required for Congoleses

Stay Duration: days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Congo visiting Sao Tome and Principe can apply for an evisa for a 30 day stay duration.
  • They are expected to fill a visa form online and submit alongside passport photograph and details of their passport.
  • The passport is to be valid for at least six months on entry into the country with one blank page for visa stamps.
  • They are also to hold proof of onward/return online tickets as well as proof of sufficient funds.
  • Visitors are advised to confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change.
  • There are no restrictions on the amount of currencies in the possession of visitors on entry provided they are declared on arrival.
  • Visitors are required to provide an International Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate on entry.
  • Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health as well as a certificate of vaccination against rabies that are issued in the Congo.
  • Taking photographs of the Presidential Palace, military, or other government buildings is strictly forbidden in Sao Tome and Principe.
  • The major means of transportation within the country includes buses, taxis and private cars.
  • The estimated flight time from Congo to Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe is 1 hour, 40 minutes.
  • Sao Tome and Principe use Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) hence, Congo is 1 hour ahead of São Tomé and Príncipe.
  • São Tomé and Príncipe is the second-smallest African sovereign state after Seychelles, as well as the smallest Portuguese-speaking country.
  • Christianity is the dominant religion in the country. There is a small but growing Muslim population.
  • Portuguese is the official and the national language of São Tomé and Príncipe, with about 98.4%  of its population speaking it. However, French and English are foreign languages taught in schools.
  • The country's climate is tropical with a hot and humid temperature.
  • The islands in the country are home to a larger number of endemic birds and plants, including the world's smallest ibis (the Sao Tome ibis), the world's largest sunbird (the giant sunbird).
  • Sao Tomean culture is a blend of African and Portuguese influences.
  • Staple foods in the country include fish, seafood, beans, maize and cooked banana. 
  • Obo Natural Park and Sao Sebastiao Musuem are some of the top tourist destinations in the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

What would happen after I apply for my e-visa?

As soon as your application has been received online, a confirmation having the reference number for the application would be sent. After which the application would be processed for 5 working days. Once approved, you would receive a visa approval letter by email. This letter is to be printed and taken to the airport. 

Is it safe to visit Sao Tome and Principe?

Generally, Sao Tome and Principe is a sage place to visit. There is little occurrence of violent crime as well as rap and robberies. However, visitors are advised to be cautious as petty crimes have been on the rise. 

Are there beaches in Sao Tome and Principe?

Sao Tome and Principe has a large number of beaches. The beaches in the country are some of its most captivating attractions that draw visitors from far and wide.