EmbassySão Tomé
French Embassy in São Tomé and Príncipe
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City assumed from the capital. Confirm on the official website
Source: Wikidata Q137723204Record updated: Jul 6, 2026
Do citizens of São Tomé & Príncipe need a visa for France?
Visa required
Yes. São Tomé & Príncipe passport holders need a visa for France and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate.
- Entry rule
- Visa required
- Length of stay
- Set by the visa
- Where to get it
- Embassy or consulate
- Last checked
- Nov 9, 2026
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.
France missions in São Tomé & Príncipe
How a Schengen visa application works
- A Schengen visa allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period and is valid in all 29 Schengen countries.
- Apply at the consulate of the country that is the main purpose of the trip. If the purposes are equal, apply to the country where you will stay longest.
- Applications are accepted from 6 months until 15 days before the trip. A decision usually takes 15 calendar days and can take up to 45.
- Fingerprints are taken at the first application and can be reused for 59 months.
Document checklist: São Tomé & Príncipe → France
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.
São Tomé & Príncipe missions in France
- Consulat de Sao Tome et PrincipeConsulate · MarseilleSee all
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of São Tomé & Príncipe need a visa for France?
Yes. São Tomé & Príncipe passport holders need a visa for France and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate. 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 France?
The length of stay is set by the visa that is issued.
Where is the France embassy in São Tomé & Príncipe?
The France embassy in São Tomé & Príncipe is in São Tomé.