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title: Zimbabwe visa for citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe
description: "Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Zimbabwe visa for citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe

Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on arrival · Visitor Visa on Arrival (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $50
- **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 (e.g., cash or card)

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at a designated port of entry** — Enter Zimbabwe via a major international airport or border post that offers VOA
2. **Proceed to the visa on arrival counter** — Look for 'Visa on Arrival' signs at immigration area
3. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the arrival card and visa application form
4. **Submit documents and pay the fee** — Hand over passport, photo, form, and supporting documents; pay fee in USD cash
5. **Receive visa sticker in passport** — Immigration officer stamps visa into passport; verify details
6. **Proceed to baggage claim and exit** — After receiving visa, continue to customs and exit airport

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages** (Identity): Must have at least one blank visa page
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Standard size, white background
- **Completed arrival form (issued on board or at airport)** (Travel): Fill in personal and travel details
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Zimbabwe
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel): Recommended but not always mandatory
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash, credit card, or bank statement
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Health, optional): Required if traveling from an endemic country
- **Visa fee in cash (USD)** (Financial): Exact change recommended

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient for duration of stay
- cash
- credit card
- bank statement

Amount varies; typically around $100 per day is recommended

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at certain ports of entry; confirm before travel.
- Have the exact fee in USD cash as change may not be available.
- Passport must have at least 6 months validity from date of entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity or blank pages** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages.
- **Lack of onward ticket or proof of accommodation** — Carry printed return flight and hotel booking confirmation.
- **Inadequate proof of funds** — Carry enough cash or bank statement showing sufficient balance.
- **Criminal record or immigration violations** — Ensure you have no prior issues with Zimbabwe immigration.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. Visa type: Visitor Visa on Arrival (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

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

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages; Passport-size photograph; Completed arrival form (issued on board or at airport); Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 2 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Zimbabwe?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Zimbabwe visa for every passport](/visa/zimbabwe)
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