You need a visa for Sao Tome and Principe if you have a Qatari passport

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A visa is required for this route, but it cannot be applied for online. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a quote.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Qatari citizens need a visa for Sao Tome and Principe?

Yes. Qatari citizens need a visa for Sao Tome and Principe. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

Where do Qatari citizens apply for a visa for Sao Tome and Principe?

At your local embassy or consulate. There is no online application for this route, so the appointment and the documents are handled in person.

Can DoVisa help Qatari citizens with a visa for Sao Tome and Principe?

Yes. We cannot file this one online, but tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a quote.

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What Sao Tome and Principe may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Hotel booking or accommodation confirmation
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Qatari travellers

These rules apply specifically to Qatari passport holders entering Sao Tome and Principe as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Sao Tome and Principe
Travelers require proof of a ticket showing their entrance and exit from Sao Tome and Principe.
- This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nationals of Sao Tome and Principe; -Foreign nationals residing in Sao Tome and Principe.
Embassy of Sao Tome and Principe in Marseille Last checked 2026-08-03
Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 3 months after the traveler exits Sao Tome and Principe
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Sao Tome and Principe. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 3 months after the traveler departs from Sao Tome and Principe.
Embassy of Sao Tome and Principe in Marseille Last checked 2026-08-03
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Sao Tome and Principe
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Sao Tome and Principe Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Sao Tome and Principe
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Sao Tome and Principe.
Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Sao Tome and Principe.
Last checked 2026-08-03