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Sao Tome And Principe Visa for France Citizens 2026

Visa Free

French citizens can enter Sao Tome and Principe visa-free for stays of up to 15 days, needing only a valid passport at the border.

Guide last updated September 23, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry
  • No visa application or form for stays up to 15 days
  • Return or onward ticket recommended, given limited flight connections
  • Proof of accommodation recommended
  • No photo or biometrics required in advance
  • Travel health insurance: strongly recommended; a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from a yellow-fever-endemic country

Visa types

  • None required for stays up to 15 days
  • Longer stays require a visa or extension arranged with Sao Tome and Principe's immigration authorities, in advance or after arrival

Entry conditions

  • Visa-free stay limited to 15 days
  • No paid employment permitted on the visa-free entry
  • On arrival at Sao Tome International Airport, present your passport and, if applicable, your yellow fever certificate to the immigration officer
  • Extensions beyond 15 days can be requested from the national police/immigration office in Sao Tome before the initial period expires

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee for the visa-free entry
  • No service fee
  • Total cost estimate: STN/EUR 0 for entry itself
  • Processing time: immediate at the border
  • No express option needed since no visa application is involved

Tips for France travelers

  • Confirm your onward ticket well ahead, since flight connections to Sao Tome are limited (mainly via Lisbon or Libreville)
  • Common issues: arriving without a valid yellow fever certificate when connecting through an endemic country
  • Because the initial stay is short (15 days), apply for an extension early if you plan a longer visit
  • Check France Diplomatie advisories for the region
  • Carry cash (dobra or euros, widely accepted), as card acceptance is very limited

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.