Travel Vaccines and Advice for Sao Tome and Principe

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Sao Tome and Principe. The National Travel Health Network and Centre and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Sao Tome and Principe: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies and tetanus.

Malaria and chikungunya can be found on the islands. Be sure to bring mosquito repellents an netting. Antimalarials are highly recommended for all travellers.

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A visa is required for stays in São Tomé and Principe, but is often provided on arrival with a duration of 30 days. Longer term visas are only available ahead of travel. Passports must be valid for the duration of the stay. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter the country. If you do not have proof of vaccination, you may be vaccinated on site, quarantined or returned to your previous location.

Sao Tome and Principe Entry Requirements
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Tourist Visa
Business Visa
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Sources: Embassy of Sao Tome and Principe and GOV.UK

Year-round, Sao Tome and Principe’s temperatures are in the range of about 25 to 30 degrees.

The islands experience two separate rainy seasons and one dry season. There is a shorter rainy season in October and November. A longer rainy season takes place from February to May. The dry season lasts from mid-June to mid-September.

Petty crimes like pick-pocketing are common in highly-trafficked areas. This includes markets, town centre streets, and near hotels. Try to carry only what you need. Do not display large wads of cash when you’re paying for things.

Burglary and armed home invasion do occur on the island. Be especially careful around the holiday season. Keep valuables like expensive jewelry, cash and passports in a locked safe.

Tourism in Sao Tome and Principe is still small. There are many natural attractions to enjoy on these equatorial islands. One of these natural features is Obo National Park. This park, which takes up more than 30% of the island of Sao Tome, is home to Cao Grande Peak.

This geological phenomenon is a large volcanic cone that rises to over 600 metres from the seasides. The area is home to more than 700 different species of plants and animals.

Here are a few essential items that you’ll want to take with you on your trip to Sao Tome and Principe:

• Cash – Few locations on Sao Tome and Principe accept credit cards. You will need cash for all transactions.
• Pre-Paid Phone Card – There is only one mobile phone network present in Sao Tome and Principe. It is not always reliable because of the amount of people using it at any given time. A pre-paid phone card will help make local and international phone calls from pay phones.
• Portuguese Translation Book – There are few English speakers on the islands. The majority of the population speaks Portugese or Forro. A translation book will help you get around more easier.

If you are in Sao Tome and Principe and have an emergency (for example, been attacked, arrested or someone has died) contact the nearest consular services. Contact the embassy before arrival if you have additional questions on entry requirements, safety concerns or are in need of assistance.

While there is no consulate or embassy in Sao Tome and Principe, it is served by the British embassy in Angola:

British Embassy Luanda
Rua 17 de Setembro, Nº 4
Caixa Postal 1244
Ingombotas
Luanda
Angola
Telephone: +244 222 330 275; 244 222 334 583
Emergency Phone: +244 222 334 583
Email: BritishEmbassy.LuandaGeral@fco.gov.uk

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