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São Tomé and Príncipe
Program and Benefits of São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship By Investment
São Tomé and Príncipe’s Citizenship Program was officially launched in 2025 to support the country’s economic transformation, sustainable development, and long-term resilience. It allows individuals to obtain the citizenship by making a direct contribution to the country.
São Tomé and Príncipe’s passport and citizenship are granted to qualified applicants within 2 to 3 months with no residency or visit requirements.
The program offers global investors an opportunity to acquire citizenship in one of Africa’s most peaceful and naturally rich island nations through a government-regulated investment framework.
São Tomé and Príncipe Program Requirements
Benefits of São Tomé and Príncipe Passport by Investment
Citizenship is Granted for Life
No tax obligation for non-residents
Visa-Free Travel to 58 Destinations
Access to South Africa, Hong Kong, & Singapore
Spouse, Children, Parents & Grandparents Can Be Included
Fast Process between 2 to 3 months
Steps & Schedule
Step 1: Prequalification of the primary applicant
Step 2: Citizenship Bay and the client enter into a service agreement
Step 3: Advice and assistance are provided to the client with the preparation of documents and government forms
Step 4: The applicant’s file will be complete at this stage and due diligence fees and government application fees will be due.
Step 5: Citizenship Bay will submit a complete application to the government of São Tomé and Príncipe on behalf of the applicant.
Step 6: After the government assesses the applicant’s file and due diligence is completed, an “Approval in Principle” will be issued.
Step 7: The applicant is required to make the applicable investment for the selected option.
Step 8: The government issues the naturalization certificate(s).
Step 9: São Tomé and Príncipe passport applications are submitted, and passports will be issued within 1 week.
Step 10: Passports and naturalization certificates are delivered to the client.
FAQs
São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment Program is a government approved program that allows eligible individuals and families to obtain citizenship through a qualifying investment.
Principal applicants must be at least 18 years, have no criminal record and have good financial standing.
Eligible dependents may be included in one application including spouse, de facto partners, children up to 30 years and parents/grandparents from 55 years old.
São Tomé Citizenship program is safeguarded by its legal basis under Nationality Law No. 07/2022 and Decree-Law No. 07/2025, as it is duly established and governed under national law.
São Tomé Citizenship grants full nationality rights, including the ability to live, work, study, and invest in the country, with full protection under the law.
The São Tomé passport offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 58 countries, providing strong global mobility. Citizens also benefit from attractive tax advantages, including no wealth, inheritance, or capital gains tax on foreign income.
Citizenship is granted for life and can be extended to eligible family members, offering long-term security and greater international freedom.
São Tomé passport is ranked 76th in 2026. Passport holders enjoy the privilege of traveling to 58 countries through visa-free or visa-on-arrival access. Check the full list here.
No physical residence or relocation is required during or after the application process to get São Tomé passport.
Yes. Eligible future dependents may be added, subject to applicable fees and due diligence. Citizenship may also be passed on to future generations in accordance with the national law.
São Tomé passport and citizenship program offers citizenship through a contribution to the National Transformation Fund starting from USD 90,000.
Yes, São Tomé citizenship application can be sponsored. However, a due diligence fee for the benefactor will apply USD 5,000, and the benefactor must provide the required documentation.
Processing timelines are efficient, with approvals typically issued within approximately 2 to 3 months.
Required documents generally include identification, background information, and supporting financial records.
Yes. All applicants undergo comprehensive due diligence checks to ensure program integrity.
Yes. The country is recognized for its long-standing political stability and peaceful governance.
Portuguese is the official language, with several local languages also spoken.
Yes. The country is a member of the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP).