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title: São Tomé and Príncipe visa for citizens of Haiti
description: "Citizens of Haiti need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $100. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# São Tomé and Príncipe visa for citizens of Haiti

Citizens of Haiti 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: https://www.smf.st/evisa/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** $100
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement or equivalent showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official eVisa portal** — Go to https://www.smf.st/evisa/ and create an account.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
3. **Upload required documents** — Scan and upload passport copy, photo, accommodation proof, flight itinerary, and bank statement.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay $100 USD via credit/debit card (or other online methods).
5. **Submit application and wait for processing** — Processing usually takes 3–5 business days.
6. **Receive eVisa via email** — Print the eVisa approval and carry it with your passport when traveling.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must be machine-readable and have blank visa pages.
- **Passport-size photo (recent, white background)** (Identity): To be uploaded in digital format.
- **Completed eVisa application form** (Supporting): Fill out online at the official portal.
- **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)** (Travel): Must cover the entire stay.
- **Return or onward flight itinerary** (Travel): Shows departure from São Tomé and Príncipe.
- **Bank statement or proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Typically showing at least $500 per month of stay.
- **Copy of passport data page** (Identity): Clear color scan.
- **Travel insurance (recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Covering medical expenses and repatriation.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $500 per month of stay
- bank statement
- savings account statement
- credit card statement

Bank statement must be recent (within 30 days) and show your name and balance.

## Good to know

- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity from the date of entry.
- eVisa is single entry only; you cannot re-enter with the same visa.
- Biometrics are not required for this eVisa.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and upload all required documents before submission.
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
- **Missing or invalid financial proof** — Provide a bank statement showing sufficient funds (at least $500 per month).

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the São Tomé and Príncipe visa cost for citizens of Haiti?

Government fee: $100.

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

Typically 3–5 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Passport-size photo (recent, white background); Completed eVisa application form; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter); Return or onward flight itinerary; Bank statement or proof of sufficient funds; and 2 more.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://www.smf.st/evisa/. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [smf.st](https://www.smf.st/evisa/)

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