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São Tomé and Príncipe Malian citizens require an e-visa to enter Sao Tome and Principe for tourism.
Last verified: 2026-02-11
At a glance
Max stay See requirements
Passport validity Passport must have at least 6 months of remaining validity and at least 2 clear visa pages.
Entry type eVisa
Onward ticket A return or onward flight reservation is mandatory.
Entry requirements
- The Sao Tome and Principe e-visa (smf.st/evisa) must be obtained prior to travel.
- Evidence of round-trip flight reservations and hotel confirmation must be provided in the application.
- The approved e-visa document must be printed and presented at the point of entry.
Stay
The tourist e-visa duration is specified at the time of approval based on the travel itinerary.
Passport
Passport must have at least 6 months of remaining validity and at least 2 clear visa pages.
Processing can take several days; it is advisable to apply well in advance of the departure date.
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Sources
- Sao Tome and Principe E-Visa Official Portal
- Sao Tome and Principe Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Consular Information
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.