--- title: São Tomé and Príncipe visa for citizens of New Zealand description: "Citizens of New Zealand need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: €20. Processing: 2–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/sao-tome-and-principe/new-zealand lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # São Tomé and Príncipe visa for citizens of New Zealand Citizens of New Zealand 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 (30 days) - **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit - **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days - **Visa validity:** 30 days - **Entries:** Single entry - **Processing time:** 2–7 days - **Government fee:** €20 - **Passport validity:** At least 12 months - **Biometrics:** Not required - **Appointment:** Not required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** 100 EUR per day of stay ## How to apply 1. **Prepare documents** — Combine passport scan, flight ticket, and hotel booking into a single PDF file. 2. **Complete online application** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details on the official eVisa portal. 3. **Upload combined PDF** — Upload the single PDF under the passport section of the form. 4. **Submit and note process number** — After submission, save the process number displayed; no email will be sent. 5. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes up to 7 business days; check status using process number. 6. **Download eVisa approval** — Once approved, download the eVisa from the portal using the process number. 7. **Travel to São Tomé and Príncipe** — Enter only through São Tomé International Airport (TMS). 8. **Pay stamping fee on arrival** — Pay 20 EUR (or 10 EUR if under 18) in cash at the airport. 9. **Present documents for visa stamping** — Show passport, eVisa approval, flight ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds. 10. **Receive visa and enter** — After stamping, the visa is affixed and you may enter the country. ## Documents checklist - **Original passport (valid at least 1 year from arrival)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 1 year from day of arrival. - **Scanned copy of passport biodata page (PDF)** (Identity): Combine with flight and hotel into one PDF. - **Flight tickets (round trip)** (Travel): Mandatory; combine into the single PDF upload. - **Hotel booking for entire stay** (Travel): Combine into the single PDF upload. - **eVisa approval letter (print or digital copy)** (Supporting): Present on arrival for visa stamping. - **Proof of sufficient funds (cash)** (Financial): At least 100 EUR per day of stay in cash. - **Birth certificate (if minor)** (Identity, optional): Required only for minor applicants. - **Legal guardian declaration (if minor)** (Supporting, optional): Required only for minor applicants. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** 100 EUR per day - cash Must be in cash (EUR, USD, or local currency); cards not accepted. ## Good to know - The eVisa portal may load slowly from Asia; use a VPN if needed. - The portal uses HTTP (not HTTPS); your browser may block it. - You will NOT receive an email with the process number; save it manually. - Only São Tomé International Airport (TMS) is accepted for eVisa entry. ## Common refusal reasons - **Missing flight ticket upload** — Combine passport scan, flight ticket, and hotel booking into a single PDF and upload it. - **Incorrect or incomplete information** — Double-check all details match your passport exactly before submitting. - **Passport validity less than 1 year from arrival** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 1 year from your planned arrival date. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of New Zealand need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe? Citizens of New Zealand need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days). ### How long can citizens of New Zealand stay in São Tomé and Príncipe? Up to 30 days. ### How much does the São Tomé and Príncipe visa cost for citizens of New Zealand? Government fee: €20. ### How long does São Tomé and Príncipe visa processing take? Typically 2–7 days. ### What documents do citizens of New Zealand need for São Tomé and Príncipe? Original passport (valid at least 1 year from arrival); Scanned copy of passport biodata page (PDF); Flight tickets (round trip); Hotel booking for entire stay; eVisa approval letter (print or digital copy); Proof of sufficient funds (cash); and 2 more depending on your situation. ### How long must my passport be valid for São Tomé and Príncipe? At least 12 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/) - [e-Visa STP - SMF](http://www.smf.st/evisa/evisasteps.php) - Sao Tome and Principe eVisa: Requirements and Application Process (visatraveler.com, third-party site) - [smf.st](http://www.smf.st/evisa/index.php#EN-lang) ## More - [São Tomé and Príncipe visa for every passport](/visa/sao-tome-and-principe) - [Every destination for New Zealand passport holders](/visa/passport/new-zealand)