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São Tomé and Príncipe visa for citizens of Lithuania

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Citizens of Lithuania can visit São Tomé and Príncipe without a visa for up to 15 days.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free entry
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 15 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay

How to apply

1
Prepare travel documents
Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity and carry proof of onward travel.
2
Travel to São Tomé and Príncipe
No visa application is needed; present passport at border for visa-free entry.
3
Receive entry stamp
Border officials will stamp passport authorizing stay of up to 15 days.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Lithuanian passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended departure date.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Flight reservation or ticket proving departure from São Tomé and Príncipe.
Accommodation booking
Optional
Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host if staying with friends/family.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement or traveler's checks showing ability to cover stay.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Not specified by source

Bank statement
Cash
Traveler's checks

Must demonstrate ability to cover expenses for the duration of the visit.

Good to know

Visa-free stay is limited to 15 days; longer stays require a visa from an embassy or online eVisa portal.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond departure from São Tomé and Príncipe.

Insufficient proof of onward travel

Carry a printed return or onward ticket.

Lack of yellow fever vaccination if required

Obtain yellow fever vaccine and carry the International Certificate of Vaccination if traveling from an endemic region.

FAQ

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

Citizens of Lithuania can visit São Tomé and Príncipe without a visa for up to 15 days. Visa type: Visa-free entry.

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

Up to 15 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport (6+ months validity); Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Accommodation booking.

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

At least 6 months.

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