São Tomé and Príncipe visa for Bahamian citizens

Bahamian passport holders planning a journey to the volcanic islands of São Tomé and Príncipe can conveniently apply for an e-visa, typically granting a stay of up to 30 days. Securing this online permit, which often costs around $50 USD for a standard tourist visa, is a crucial first step for a trip that uniquely involves lengthy transatlantic flights, frequently via European hubs like Lisbon, connecting the Caribbean to the Gulf of Guinea. Once in São Tomé and Príncipe, visitors will experience a distinct cultural shift, navigating with the local Dobra (STN) and communicating in Portuguese, a striking contrast to the English and Bahamian Dollar of their homeland.

eVisa· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required

Visa options

TouristShort-Stay Entry for Tourism up to 15 Days (Visa-Free Regime)
15d$22
OtherVisa / Entry Permit for Stays over 15 Days (Work, Study, Business or Other)
TransitTransit Visa

Visa obtained online.

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