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Visa-free

Cabo Verde passport holders are exempt from visa requirements for tourism in São Tomé and Príncipe, allowing stays of up to 15 days.

Last verified: 2026-02-05

At a glance

Max stay 15 days
Passport validity Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket Valid return/onward ticket if travelling by air (or as required by authorities/airline).

Entry requirements

  • São Tomé and Príncipe has visa exemption agreements with Cabo Verde, eliminating visa requirements for short tourism visits.
  • Even when visa-exempt, normal entry conditions still apply (passport validity, onward ticket, funds, and health rules where applicable).

Stay

Visa exemption allows stays of up to 15 days for tourism purposes (can be extended).

Passport

Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required depending on travel history.

Initial stay is 15 days but can be extended up to 60 days. Always confirm current visa exemption status with São Tomé authorities.

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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.