Step 1: Step 1
Engage an authorised agent to prepare and submit your São Tomé & Príncipe Citizenship by Investment (CBI) application.
Citizenship in São Tomé & Príncipe
About São Tomé & Príncipe
About São Tomé & Príncipe
São Tomé & Príncipe offers a fast and affordable Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program. Applicants can obtain citizenship by making a non-refundable contribution of USD 90,000 to the National Transformation Fund (NTF). The process is typically completed within 6 weeks, with no residency requirement, subject to standard background and source-of-funds checks.
Capital:São ToméLanguage:PortugueseCurrency:Dobra
- Population
- 233,100
- Capital
- São Tomé
- Language
- Portuguese
- Currency
- Dobra
- Time zone
- GMT
- Climate
- Tropical
Why São Tomé & Príncipe
Why São Tomé & Príncipe?
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 60+ countries (subject to change)
Citizenship is lifetime, inheritable, and allows dual nationality
Straightforward investment route via the National Transformation Fund (NTF)
Comprehensive due diligence and background checks for all applicants
Process
How it works
Step 2: Step 2
Gather and submit all required documents; complete government due diligence and background checks.
Step 3: Step 3
Receive approval in principle and make the minimum USD 90,000 contribution to the National Transformation Fund (NTF).
Step 4: Step 4
Take the oath, receive your São Tomé & Príncipe citizenship certificate, and apply for passports for yourself and eligible family members.
Eligibility — Requirements
Requirements
The following list outlines the core eligibility requirements for this program.
Pass criminal record verification and government due diligence checks.
Make a minimum non-refundable investment of USD 90,000 in the National Transformation Fund (NTF).
Submit valid travel documents, national ID, and health/medical clearance.
Provide proof of lawful source of funds and comply with nationality or sanctions restrictions.
Frequently asked questions
Question 1
Typically 6 weeks, provided all documentation and due diligence checks are completed.
Question 2
Yes. Eligible dependents include your spouse, children under 30, parents and grandparents over 55, and siblings. Government fees vary by age and relationship.
Question 3
No. São Tomé & Príncipe imposes no minimum stay; citizenship is lifetime and inheritable.
Question 4
Proof of identity, police clearance, proof of residence, medical clearance, and evidence of lawful source of funds.
Question 5
Yes. Dual citizenship is permitted. Tax benefits include no wealth or inheritance tax and very low personal income tax.
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