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São Tomé & Príncipe Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with UK Visa Held)
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
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Eligibility can depend on your full travel profile and may change. Always verify with official sources before you travel.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
Yes
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
Yellow Fever certificate mandatory if arriving from endemic area
Visa fee
USD 50
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
Pakistani passport holders must obtain São Tomé and Príncipe e-Visa pre-approval online before travel; airlines require the approval letter. The airport stamping fee is not visa-on-arrival
Visa exemption
Pakistani passport holders must obtain São Tomé and Príncipe e-Visa pre-approval online before travel; airlines require the approval letter. The airport stamping fee is not visa-on-arrival
Application notes
- With a valid UK visa: apply online for the Tourist e-Visa before travel — Tourist e-Visa stamp fee: EUR 20 (payable on arrival after pre-approval)
- Pakistani passport holders must obtain an e-Visa through the official Serviço de Migração e Fronteiras portal at smf.st before departure
- Ensure all uploaded passport and travel documents match the official specifications on smf.st exactly to avoid entry refusal at São Tomé International Airport
- Payment of the visa fee is processed upon arrival at the border checkpoint or as instructed by the portal confirmation
- The electronic authorization letter issued via smf.st must be printed and presented to airlines and immigration officers
Application Process
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Step 1
Access the official Serviço de Migração e Fronteiras portal at smf.st
- 2
Step 2
Complete the online visa application form with personal, travel, and accommodation details
- 3
Step 3
Upload a digital copy of your valid Pakistani passport and required supporting documents
- 4
Step 4
Submit the application online and await electronic authorization
- 5
Step 5
Print the approved visa document to present upon arrival at São Tomé International Airport
Step 1
Access the official Serviço de Migração e Fronteiras portal at smf.st
Step 2
Complete the online visa application form with personal, travel, and accommodation details
Step 3
Upload a digital copy of your valid Pakistani passport and required supporting documents
Step 4
Submit the application online and await electronic authorization
Step 5
Print the approved visa document to present upon arrival at São Tomé International Airport
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months remaining validity and two blank pages
- Digital passport-sized photograph
- Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
- Proof of accommodation or hotel booking for the duration of the stay
- Proof of sufficient financial means for the duration of the visit
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalYellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for travelers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission
- Malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended as the disease is endemic in the region
- Ensure routine vaccinations are up to date before travel
Destination at a glance
Capital
Sao Tome
Continent
Africa
Currency
Dobra (STN)
Phone code
+239
Language
Portuguese
Exchange rate
1 STN = 12.5995 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
1,259.95
USD
4.57
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Frequently asked questions
Does a valid UK visa change the Sao Tome and Principe visa requirement for Pakistani passport holders?▾
Apply online for the Tourist e-Visa before travel — Tourist e-Visa stamp fee: EUR 20 (payable on arrival after pre-approval)
How long does it take to receive the e-Visa approval?▾
Processing typically takes up to seven working days after online submission through the official portal
What documents are needed for the online e-Visa application?▾
A valid passport copy, travel itinerary, and accommodation booking details are required