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Situated in the Gulf of Guinea off the west coast of Central Africa, São Tomé and Príncipe is an emerging destination for sustainable development and investment. With a stable political environment, growing tourism sector, and new initiatives focused on renewable energy, infrastructure, and economic diversification, the nation is redefining its role as a forward-looking destination for eco-conscious investors and global citizens.
The São Tomé and Príncipe citizenship by investment program offers citizenship to investors and their families through a non-refundable donation to the National Transformation Fund.
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A minimum contribution of USD 95,000
(USD 90,000 donation and USD 5,000 submission fee)
A cost effective and efficient citizenship by investment program with no residence or travel requirements during the application process
The São Tomé and Príncipe citizenship by investment program is a cost-effective and efficient option that offers citizenship to investors and their families through a non-refundable donation to the National Transformation Fund. It provides comprehensive family inclusion and is designed to be fully remote with no physical presence requirements during the application process.
To obtain citizenship in São Tomé and Príncipe, applicants must:
A submission fee of USD 5,000 applies per application
Henley & Partners manages the application process, including all due diligence procedures, before submitting the application to the government. Applicants must provide proof of a legitimate source of funds and make the required donation to the National Transformation Fund. The program is designed to be simple and efficient, with no residence, travel, or language proficiency requirements. Once all criteria are met and government approval is obtained, citizenship is granted.
São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment grants citizenship to eligible investors and their families for a non-refundable donation to the National Transformation Fund. It offers a fully remote application process with no residence or physical presence requirements
Benefits include one of the most affordable citizenship options globally, visa-free travel to over 60 destinations, fully remote processing, comprehensive family inclusion, and the security of a stable, tropical island nation.
A minimum contribution of USD 95,000 is required for a single applicant. This includes a donation of USD 90,000 to the National Transformation Fund as well as a submission fee of USD 5,000.
Processing times may vary, but the program is designed to be efficient, with streamlined due diligence and a fully remote application process. Please contact us for more information.
Yes. Spouses, dependent children under 31, parents over 55, and grandparents can all be included under the program’s comprehensive family provisions.
There are no residence, travel, language, or physical presence requirements during the application process or after obtaining citizenship.
Applicants must provide proof of a valid source of income, a clean criminal record, health information, evidence of the required financial contribution, and other supporting documents.
After submitting the required documents, passing all due diligence checks, and making the qualifying contribution, the application is reviewed by the government. Once approved, citizenship is granted.
Should you have any questions, or if you would like a detailed breakdown of the exact costs for your family, kindly contact us and we will be delighted to help you.
