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São Tomé and Príncipe

Long-stay visa and residence authorisation

People intending to reside or work should verify the correct visa before travel and the residence process with immigration or the responsible diplomatic mission.

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RouteLong-stay
WorkSeparate basis
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How the process works

  1. 1

    Confirm nationality-specific entry rules.

  2. 2

    Select the residence or employment basis.

  3. 3

    Prepare criminal-record and purpose evidence.

  4. 4

    Complete local immigration registration.

Official starting points
Government of São Tomé and PríncipeForeign Affairs and consular starting point

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Providers serving São Tomé and Príncipe

3 listed
Playroll

Foreign-worker permit and employer guidance. Listed for São Tomé and Príncipe; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

VisasResidence permitsRelocation and settlement
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Remote People

International hiring and mobility information. Listed for São Tomé and Príncipe; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

VisasResidence permitsRelocation and settlement
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Fragomen

Global corporate immigration coordination. Listed for São Tomé and Príncipe; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

Company registrationVisasResidence permits
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