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title: São Tomé and Príncipe visa for citizens of Taiwan
description: "Citizens of Taiwan need a visa for São Tomé and Príncipe and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $120. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# São Tomé and Príncipe visa for citizens of Taiwan

Citizens of Taiwan 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 / Business / Transit
- **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:** $120
- **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 showing sufficient funds (equivalent to $200 per day of stay)

## How to apply

1. **Access 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** — Upload scanned copies of passport, photo, itinerary, accommodation, bank statement, and proof of status.
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Standard fee is USD 120, payable by credit/debit card.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 3 to 5 business days. You may be contacted for additional info.
6. **Receive eVisa by email** — Once approved, print the eVisa and carry it with your passport when traveling.
7. **Present eVisa on arrival** — Show the printed eVisa and passport to immigration officers at São Tomé and Príncipe airport.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport bio-data page scan** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Passport-sized photo (digital)** (Identity): White background, recent, 35x45mm.
- **Travel itinerary / flight reservation** (Travel): Round-trip or onward ticket required.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or invitation letter from host in São Tomé and Príncipe.
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Must show sufficient funds for the stay.
- **Proof of employment / student status / retirement** (Employment): Employment letter, enrollment letter, or pension document.
- **Valid travel health insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not compulsory for eVisa.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $200 per day of stay (approx. $6,000 for 30 days)
- Bank statement (last 3 months)
- Savings account statement
- Credit card statement

Bank statement must clearly show your name and sufficient funds.

## Good to know

- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity from the date of entry.
- The eVisa is valid for a single entry; re-entry requires a new eVisa.
- Application must be submitted at least 14 days before travel.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incorrect or incomplete documents** — Double-check all uploaded documents meet the requirements and are clearly legible.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew your passport before applying if necessary.
- **Insufficient funds or missing proof of funds** — Provide a bank statement showing a minimum balance equivalent to $200 per day of stay.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $120.

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

Typically 3–5 days.

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

Passport bio-data page scan; Passport-sized photo (digital); Travel itinerary / flight reservation; Proof of accommodation; Bank statement (last 3 months); Proof of employment / student status / retirement; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### 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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