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Do citizens of São Tomé & Príncipe need a visa for Cape Verde?

Visa on arrival

No visa is needed in advance. São Tomé & Príncipe passport holders get a visa on arrival in Cape Verde.

Entry rule
Visa on arrival
Length of stay
Not specified
Where to get it
At the border, on arrival
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Document checklist

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.

Document checklist: São Tomé & Príncipe → Cape Verde

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

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • Visa fee in cash (usually USD or EUR) for the visa on arrival.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

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

Cape Verde missions in São Tomé & Príncipe

Cape Verde has no resident embassy or consulate in São Tomé & Príncipe on record. The nearest Cape Verde mission is in Luanda, Angola, about 1,250 km away.

São Tomé & Príncipe missions in Cape Verde

São Tomé & Príncipe has no resident embassy or consulate in Cape Verde on record.

São Tomé & Príncipe embassy & consulates in Cape Verde

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of São Tomé & Príncipe need a visa for Cape Verde?

No visa is needed in advance. São Tomé & Príncipe passport holders get a visa on arrival in Cape Verde. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of São Tomé & Príncipe stay in Cape Verde?

Our data gives no day limit for this route. Check the official source before you travel.

Is there an embassy of Cape Verde in São Tomé & Príncipe?

No. Cape Verde has no resident embassy or consulate in São Tomé & Príncipe on record. The nearest Cape Verde mission is in Luanda, Angola, about 1,250 km away.