The São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment Unit released its First Year Report in Sep 2026, presenting the key developments and achievements recorded during the Program’s first year of operation.
Quick Summary
Since its launch, the Citizenship by Investment Program has
- Received 548 applications,
- Approved 350 applications
- Granted citizenship to 117 families.
More than USD 9.8 million has been generated for the National Transformation Fund, supporting investment in key national priorities, including
- energy infrastructure,
- water quality and supply,
- wastewater systems, waste management and
- the digitalization of public services.
These priorities closely align with the areas supported through the National Transformation Fund (NTF), which receives contributions under the Citizenship by Investment Program.
“The CIU is proud that the Program is contributing to these important national priorities, with projects in energy, infrastructure and marine resources already underway.”, said Ilza Maria dos Santos Amado Vaz, Minister of State and for Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Communities of São Tomé and Príncipe,
Top Countries
- China
- Russia
- Iran
- Germany
- Stateless
During its first year, the Program received applications from 72 different countries across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas.
The progress achieved during this first year provides a strong foundation for the continued growth of the Program and its long-term contribution to São Tomé and Príncipe.
- CIP Unit
Rigorous Due Diligence
As the Program enters its second year, the Unit will continue to build on these foundations by strengthening its processes, upholding rigorous standards of compliance and due diligence, and improving the speed of post-approval citizenship document issuance.
