Burundi to São Tomé and Príncipe visa requirements
Burundi passport holders must obtain an e-Visa before traveling to Sao Tome and Principe for tourism.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Burundi travellers need to know
If you hold a Burundi passport and plan to visit São Tomé and Príncipe for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Burundi passport holders must obtain an e-Visa before traveling to Sao Tome and Principe for tourism.
Plan your trip around a stay of about the period shown on your visa or entry stamp, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.
Passport rule: Valid passport for at least 12 months
Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from risk areas
Apply online through eVisaST system. Processing takes about 7 working days. Burundi is not among visa-exempt countries. Entry fee required upon arrival.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Burundi to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Entry requirements
- Apply through eVisaST online system.
- Tourist visa allows stays up to 30 days, extendable once for additional 60 days.
- Entry fee: €20 upon arrival.
- Maximum stay: 30 days
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from risk areas
Apply online through eVisaST system. Processing takes about 7 working days. Burundi is not among visa-exempt countries. Entry fee required upon arrival.
How to prepare (Burundi → São Tomé and Príncipe)
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Apply on the official São Tomé and Príncipe eVisa portal before you travel.
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Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
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Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
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Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
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Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Burundi passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in São Tomé and Príncipe
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundi citizens need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Burundi travellers need eVisa for tourism to São Tomé and Príncipe. Burundi passport holders must obtain an e-Visa before traveling to Sao Tome and Principe for tourism.
How long can I stay in São Tomé and Príncipe on a Burundi passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official São Tomé and Príncipe immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Burundi travellers carry to São Tomé and Príncipe?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from risk areas
Where can I verify São Tomé and Príncipe entry rules officially?
Start with: Sao Tome Islands — eVisa Visa Policy; UK Government — Sao Tome and Principe entry requirements. Requirements can change without notice.
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.