Citizenship by Investment
in São Tomé and Príncipe
- •Affordable route to citizenship
- •Fast application process
- •Family inclusion
Minimum Investment Amount
$90,000
Processing Time
60 days
Key Residency Benefit
Fast, affordable route to citizenship
Why is São Tomé and Príncipe a popular investment location?
São Tomé & Príncipe is an island country in the Gulf of Guinea, just off Central Africa’s west coast. The islands are known for their lush rainforests, unspoiled beaches, and diverse wildlife.
The country is politically stable, safe, and welcoming. In recent years, it has become more popular with investors and people looking for a secure and accessible place to live.
São Tomé & Príncipe has a population of just over 200,000. The country offers a relaxed lifestyle, with a growing tourism industry and an economy based on agriculture and sustainable development.
About the São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment programme
São Tomé & Príncipe entered the global investor visa market by launching its citizenship by investment (CBI) programme in 2025.
The country has a growing reputation for sustainable development. The programme supports São Tomé & Príncipe’s goals of protecting the environment, improving society, and building a strong economy.
You can get citizenship by investing in the National Transformation Fund, which supports projects for sustainable growth and social progress.
As an investor, you gain a second citizenship and help support the development of São Tomé & Príncipe.
What are the Benefits of Citizenship by Investment in São Tomé and Príncipe?
Gain full citizenship rights
Favourable tax environment
Fast application process
No visit or residency requirements
Family inclusion
Cost-effective programme - investments start at $90,000
Gain full citizenship rights
Favourable tax environment
Fast application process
No visit or residency requirements
Family inclusion
Cost-effective programme - investments start at $90,000
How to obtain Citizenship by Investment in São Tomé and Príncipe
National Transformation Fund
You can get citizenship by making a qualifying investment in the National Transformation Fund. After paying a non-refundable $5,000 submission fee, your application will be submitted. The investment amounts are:
$90,000 for a single applicant
$95,000 for a family of two to four
$5,000 for each additional dependent
Money invested in the National Transformation Fund goes to important areas, such as renewable energy, infrastructure, education, affordable housing, and tourism, including eco-tourism.
Track your application from start to finish in our App
Key Benefit of Citizenship by Investment in São Tomé and Príncipe
The São Tomé & Príncipe programme offers an affordable route to citizenship, with investments starting at $90,000.
The programme is not only affordable but also quick and easy. Most investors receive their second passport in about 60 days.
São Tomé & Príncipe offers a unique chance to increase your global mobility, with visa-free access to over 90 countries. The country’s favourable tax system also makes it a good option for investment and international business.
Frequently Asked Questions
São Tomé and Príncipe Application Process
Documents are prepared, and a non-refundable submission fee of $5,000 has to be paid. The application is submitted to the Citizenship Unit of São Tomé & Príncipe.
Documents are prepared, and a non-refundable submission fee of $5,000 has to be paid. The application is submitted to the Citizenship Unit of São Tomé & Príncipe.
Due Diligence checks are carried out. Upon completion of the checks, the Citizenship Unit issues its decision.
Due Diligence checks are carried out. Upon completion of the checks, the Citizenship Unit issues its decision.
If successful, the Citizenship Unit issues either an approval-in-principle letter, and the main applicant must fulfil the investment requirement.
If successful, the Citizenship Unit issues either an approval-in-principle letter, and the main applicant must fulfil the investment requirement.
Once approved, citizenship is granted and a Certificate of Registration, Passport, and National ID of São Tomé & Príncipe are issued.
Once approved, citizenship is granted and a Certificate of Registration, Passport, and National ID of São Tomé & Príncipe are issued.
Which programme is right for you?
| Citizenship or Residency Programme? | Citizenship | - | - |
| Minimum Investment Amount | $90,000 | - | - |
| Minimum Stay Requirement | N/A | - | - |
| Initial Permit Duration | Passport/Citizenship is forever | - | - |
| Time to Residence | N/A | - | - |
| Time to Citizenship | 2 months | - | - |
| Family Inclusion? | Yes | - | - |
| Right to Work? | Yes | - | - |
| Type of Document Received | Passport | - | - |
| No. of Visa-Free Countries with Passport? | 93 | - | - |