São Toméan visa resources
Visa Fees and Costs
How and where São Tomé and Príncipe visa and permit fees are paid, and the subsistence funds you must show.
Important
For online entry authorisations, the SMF states that the fee is paid at the border on arrival rather than online at the time of application. Residence-permit fees are paid at the border or by bank transfer to the SMF's account at BISTP.
Separately from the fee, travellers must demonstrate sufficient means of subsistence; the SMF cites a figure of €100 per day. Specific visa and permit fee amounts are not published on the SMF pages reviewed, so applicants should confirm the current amounts with the SMF.
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Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
