Get a Sao Tome & Principe Visa

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

1. Visa May Not Be Required

   The government of Sao Tome has implemented a visa-free stay for selected nationals. Visa exemption is for a maximum stay of up to 15 days. Travellers can enter and exit Sao Tome multiple times for up to 15 calendar days from the moment of crossing the state border. 

   Please keep in mind that even if staying less than 15 days, you must:

   • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds
   • Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination
   • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

   
   For stays of longer than 15 days, a visa is required. The requirements can be found within the VisaCentral application pack.

2. Overseas Processing

   There is no Embassy representation for this destination in Ireland. All applications are processed abroad using our VisaCentral office in Belgium. Overseas courier fees of €75.00 + VAT per order apply in addition to the fees listed

3. Passport

   The applicant's actual signed passport. The passport must:

   • Be valid six months beyond entry date
   • Have at least two blank visa pages

4. Photograph(s)

   You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
   • 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 spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photos should not be affixed to your application or display evidence of adhesive or staples

5. Business Introduction Letter

   You must provide a Business Introduction Letter from the applicant's Irish employer. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Irish postal address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://visacentral.ie/forms?formname=Business%20Introduction%20Letter%20Sample.pdf to complete your letter.

   Note that most consulates require the Business Cover Letter to be dated within one month of application submission.

6. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   This must be provided as a copy of the flight itinerary or e-ticket

7. Visa Application Form

   One completed and signed application form. This form must be filled out in block capitals and signed in black ink

8. VisaCentral Order Confirmation

   Provide the VisaCentral Order Confirmation included in this kit.