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title: São Tomé and Príncipe visa for citizens of Azerbaijan
description: "Citizens of Azerbaijan need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: 7 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# São Tomé and Príncipe visa for citizens of Azerbaijan

Citizens of Azerbaijan need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: http://www.smf.st/evisa/index.php#EN-lang

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 7 days
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** 100 EUR per day

## How to apply

1. **Gather required documents** — Prepare passport copy, round-trip ticket, accommodation proof, and proof of funds.
2. **Complete online application** — Fill in the eVisa form on the official SMF portal with personal and travel details.
3. **Upload documents and submit** — Upload all required documents in PDF format and submit the application.
4. **Save reference number** — After submission, save the process number to check application status later.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes up to 7 business days; check status online using the reference number.
6. **Receive eVisa approval** — If approved, the eVisa is made available on the official site; download and print it.
7. **Travel to São Tomé and Príncipe** — Carry printed eVisa and all documents; pay the visa fee at the border upon arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport copy (scanned PDF, valid at least 3 months beyond intended stay)** (Identity): Passport must be valid for three months beyond the visa expiry date.
- **Round-trip flight ticket** (Travel): Must show departure and return flights.
- **Accommodation proof (hotel reservation or host contact)** (Travel): Provide booking details or contact of person in São Tomé and Príncipe.
- **Proof of sufficient funds (100 EUR per day)** (Financial): Must be presented at the border.
- **Minor's birth certificate (if applicable)** (Identity, optional): Required for minor applicants.
- **Legal guardians' declaration (if minor)** (Supporting, optional): Required for minor applicants.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** 100 EUR per day
- Bank statement
- Cash
- Traveler's checks

Proof of subsistence must be presented at the border.

## Good to know

- Visa fee is paid at the border, not online.
- All information must match passport exactly; no changes after submission.
- Passport must have at least 3 months validity beyond the intended stay.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or inaccurate application information** — Double-check all fields and ensure they match your passport exactly.
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from São Tomé and Príncipe.
- **Missing required documents** — Upload all required documents including round-trip ticket and accommodation proof.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Azerbaijan need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe?

Citizens of Azerbaijan need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of Azerbaijan stay in São Tomé and Príncipe?

Up to 30 days.

### How long does São Tomé and Príncipe visa processing take?

Typically 7 days.

### What documents do citizens of Azerbaijan need for São Tomé and Príncipe?

Passport copy (scanned PDF, valid at least 3 months beyond intended stay); Round-trip flight ticket; Accommodation proof (hotel reservation or host contact); Proof of sufficient funds (100 EUR per day); Minor's birth certificate (if applicable); Legal guardians' declaration (if minor).

### How long must my passport be valid for São Tomé and Príncipe?

At least 3 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through http://www.smf.st/evisa/index.php#EN-lang. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [e-Visa STP - SMF](http://www.smf.st/evisa/)
- Do Azerbaijan Citizens Need a Visa for Sao Tome and Principe? (evisas.io, third-party site)
- Sao Tome and Principe Visa for Azerbaijani citizens (visalist.io, third-party site)
- [smf.st](http://www.smf.st/evisa/index.php#EN-lang)

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