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São Tomé & Príncipe embassy & consulates in Spain

Visa required$3,100/moSOS 091Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

São Tomé & Príncipe has no resident embassy or consulate in Spain on record. Spain is covered by the São Tomé & Príncipe mission in Portugal (Lisbon).

Entry rules for São Tomé & Príncipe passport holders → Spain:Visa required
Photo: Dmitry Dzhus from London · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Spain is covered by the São Tomé & Príncipe mission in Lisbon, Portugal.

Entry rules for São Tomé & Príncipe passport holders

SpainVisa required

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

São Tomé & Príncipe passport power

Document checklist: São Tomé & Príncipe → Spain

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Return or onward ticket.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
São Tomé & Príncipe → Spain
Driving licence abroad
No shared convention. Check local rules: a local licence or official translation may be required.
São Tomé & Príncipe → Spain

Applying for a visa? Spain missions in São Tomé & Príncipe

No Spain mission in São Tomé & Príncipe on record.

Frequently asked questions

Do São Tomé & Príncipe citizens need a visa for Spain?

Visa required. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Spain?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 091), then contact the São Tomé & Príncipe embassy or consulate in Spain for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.