Situated in the heart of the Gulf of Guinea, São Tomé & Príncipe is a beautiful island paradise off the western coast of Central Africa. Famous for its abundant rainforests, untouched beaches and richbiodiversity (including the rare São Toméfiscal), this tropical two-island nation offersan idyllic and peaceful lifestyle surrounded by nature in its purest form. With a growing reputation for sustainable development, São Tomé & Príncipe is now part of the global citizenship by investment industry with its citizenship by investment program. Designed to invite forward-thinking & eco-conscious investors, the program provides the opportunity to obtain São Tomé & Príncipe citizenship by contributing to the country’s National Transformation Fund, which focuses on sustainable growth and social advancement initiatives.
Investors will participate in key national infrastructure projects, including:
• Renewable Energy Initiatives
• Eco-Tourism Development
• Education and Infrastructure
The program aligns with São Tomé & Príncipe’s commitment to environmental preservation, social progress and economic self-sufficiency, meaning investors not only gain a second citizenship, but also make a meaningful and impactful contribution to the islands of São Tomé & Príncipe.
If you wish to become eligible for Citizenship in São Tomé & Príncipe, an investment of $90,000 (USD) into the National Transformation Fund is required.
Holders of São Toméan citizenship can access over 104 countries visa-free, visa-on-arrival or with an e-Visa, including the UAE, South Africa, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Applications are processed quickly, and applicants can obtain their second passport in less than 2 months.
An applicant may include their spouse, unmarried children under 30 and parents over 55 in their application.
Applicants obtain full citizenship and all the rights of a São Toméan national.
Enjoy life on a relaxed island.
No visit or residency requirements to obtain or maintain citizenship.
Citizenship may be obtained by making a qualifying investment into the National Transformation Fund. Upon payment of the non-refundable submission fee of USD 5,000, the application for Citizenship by Investment will be formally submitted through an authorized Marketing Agent on behalf of the applicant. The investment thresholds are
as follows:
This program provides a streamlined and impactful route to citizenship for individuals and families who wish to contribute to the longterm development of São Tomé & Príncipe. Contributions to the National Development Project Fund are channelled into critical national sectors such as renewable energy, infrastructure, education, affordable housing, and the development of tourism and eco-tourism. The initiative supports sustainable growth while directly improving the country’s economic and social landscape.
• Consult with an authorized Marketing Agent.
• Documents are prepared.
• Non-refundable Submission Fee of $5,000 (USD) has to be paid.
• Application is submitted to the Citizenship Unit of São Tomé & Príncipe.
• Due Diligence checks are being completed.
• Upon completion of the checks, Citizenship Unit issues its decision.
• Application is either Approved in Principle or rejected.
• If approved, Main Applicant must fulfill the investment.
• Passport and National ID of São Tomé & Príncipe are issued.
• Passport and Citizenship Documents are handed over to investor.