São Tomé and Príncipe to Portugal: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe → 🇵🇹 Portugal
Visa Required

A visa is required. Contact the embassy for current fees and processing times.

São Tomé and Príncipe citizens must obtain a visa before entering Portugal. Apply in advance at the Portugal embassy or consulate in São Tomé and Príncipe. Processing times vary — allow 2–4 weeks for the Portugal embassy application. Cost of living in Portugal runs about 7% higher than in São Tomé and Príncipe (index 49 vs 42, NYC=100).

São Tomé and Príncipe Passport Strength

28 Visa-free
29 Visa on arrival
47 e-Visa
95 Visa required

Entry Details — Portugal

Entry type
Visa Required
A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.
Maximum stay
Stated on visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Portugal
48.8
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Portugal
48%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,220/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

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Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Portugal is approximately 7% more expensive than São Tomé and Príncipe (index 49 vs 42, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
Portugal cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Portugal — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do São Tomé and Príncipe citizens need a visa to visit Portugal?+

São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders currently have Visa Required access to Portugal. A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.

How long can São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders stay in Portugal?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the Portugal embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Portugal?+

Portugal D8 Visa — nomad visa actif. D8 Digital Nomad Visa — Frais : €83. Durée : 2 ans renouvelable. Revenu minimum €3 480/mois (4× salaire minimum portugais 2024). D7 Passive Income Visa — Frais : €83. Durée : 2 ans renouvelable. Revenu passif minimum €760/mois — dividendes, loyers, retraite. NHR / IFICI — Régime fiscal 10% flat sur revenus étrangers pendant 10 ans — à activer à l'arrivée.

What is the cost of living in Portugal?+

The cost of living index for Portugal is 48.8 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Portugal.

What documents are required for São Tomé and Príncipe citizens to enter Portugal?+

A valid São Tomé and Príncipe passport is the minimum requirement. A visa must be obtained from a consulate or embassy before travel.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.