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

Visa on arrival· 90 days

No visa is needed in advance. São Tomé & Príncipe passport holders get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. The stay is limited to 90 days.

Entry rule
Visa on arrival
Length of stay
90 days
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 → Zimbabwe

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.
  • You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
  • 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.

Zimbabwe missions in São Tomé & Príncipe

Zimbabwe has no resident embassy or consulate in São Tomé & Príncipe on record. The nearest Zimbabwe mission is in Accra, Ghana, about 970 km away.

São Tomé & Príncipe missions in Zimbabwe

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

São Tomé & Príncipe embassy & consulates in Zimbabwe

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Frequently asked questions

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

No visa is needed in advance. São Tomé & Príncipe passport holders get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. The stay is limited to 90 days. 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 Zimbabwe?

Up to 90 days per visit.

Is there an embassy of Zimbabwe in São Tomé & Príncipe?

No. Zimbabwe has no resident embassy or consulate in São Tomé & Príncipe on record. The nearest Zimbabwe mission is in Accra, Ghana, about 970 km away.