Sao Tome and Principe Citizenship

Starting from USD 90,000 onwards. Become a Santomean Citizen by Investing.

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No personal visit required to Sao Tome and Principe

Visa Free Access

Enjoy visa free access to 60+ nations with Santomean passport

Fast Processing

Collect your citizenship and passport in just 60 days.

Low Cost

Low cost citizenship is most affordable to families.

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Straightforward and streamlined application processing.

Introduction

The Sao Tome and Prince Citizenship by Investment Program was officially launched on August 1, 2025, with the practical acceptance of applications starting in September 2025.  The Program is managed by the Citizenship Investment Unit (CIU) based in Dubai.

Legal Background

The Law on granting Nationality for Investments and Donation is regulated under Decree Law 7/2025 (Regulamentação da Nacionalidade por Investimento ou Doação). São Tomé & Príncipe offers a pathway to citizenship through investment in sustainable development projects. This program aligns with the nation’s commitment to environmental protection and economic growth.

Key Benefits

Sao Tome and Principe Launched Brand New Citizenship by Investment Program in 2025

CPLP Citizen

Become a Citizen of Portuguese Language Speaking Country

Vetting

Thorough background checks are done on applicants.

Family

Granted for Spouse, children and Parents

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National Transformation Fund

Your citizenship donation the nation’s sustainable growth. By contributing to the National Transformation Fund, applicants directly help fund key national infrastructure projects such as:

  • Renewable Energy Initiatives
  • Eco-Tourism Development
  • Education and Infrastructure

Contributions

  • Single Applicant – USD 90,00
  • Family of 2–4: USD 95,000
  • Each additional dependent: USD 5000
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The STP CIU

The Sao Tome and Principe Citizenship Investment Unit (CIU) is the Government authority is responsible for processing citizenship by investment applications from investors.

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We are licensed subagent for Sao Tome and Principe CIP program. We closely work with law firms, authorized agents and advisors.

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Special Benefit

CPLP Citizens

Key benefits of becoming a CPLP citizen means full rights to obtain residence permits and the rights to live, work, and study in other member states incl Portugal and Brazil. Key benefits include access to public healthcare and education

CPLP member states include: Angola, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, Portugal, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Timor-Leste

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