Armenia visa for Santomean citizens

For Armenian passport holders eyeing the pristine beaches and lush rainforests of São Tomé and Príncipe, the e-Visa application process offers a convenient gateway to this unique island nation. Travelers can expect their approved e-Visa to permit a single entry stay of up to 30 days, typically costing around $70 for a tourist visa. Given the immense geographical distance between landlocked Armenia and these volcanic islands in the Gulf of Guinea, direct flights are unavailable; journeys typically involve multi-leg routes often connecting through European hubs like Lisbon before arriving at São Tomé International Airport. Preparing for a significant time zone shift and the use of the local Dobra (STN) currency will help ensure a smooth transition to this Portuguese-speaking archipelago.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Visa options

TouristVisitor Visa (21 days, e-Visa)
21d$8valid 3mo
Apply
TouristVisitor Visa (120 days, e-Visa)
120d$38valid 6mo
Apply
TouristVisitor Visa (short-term, consular/VOA up to 21 days)
21dvalid 3mo
TouristVisitor Visa (long-term, consular/VOA up to 120 days)
120dvalid 6mo
TouristVisitor Visa (Multiple-entry, up to 1 year validity)
120dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
BusinessVisitor Visa (Business/Professional Purposes)
120dvalid 1y
MedicalVisitor Visa (Medical Treatment)
120dvalid 1y
FamilyVisitor Visa (Family/Relatives Visit)
120dvalid 1y
TransitTransit Visa (Single-entry)
3dvalid 1y
TransitTransit Visa (Multiple-entry)
3dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherOfficial Visa (Single-entry, 1-year validity)
120dvalid 1y
OtherOfficial Visa (Multiple-entry, 3-year validity)
120dmultiple-entryvalid 3y
WorkTemporary Residence Permit (employment-based)
365d$275multiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkWork Permit (standard foreign employee)
365d$65multiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkLong-term Residence based on Employment
1825dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
BusinessResidence Permit based on Entrepreneurship / Business Ownership
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherTemporary Residence Permit (general, non-employment)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherPermanent Residence Permit
1825dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
OtherSpecial Residence Permit
multiple-entry
TouristVisa-free Entry (nationals under visa-free regime)
180d$0multiple-entryvalid 1y
TouristVisa-free Entry (holders of qualifying foreign residence permits, 2026 pilot)
180d$0multiple-entryvalid 6mo
OtherVisa upon Invitation Only
Apply
OtherGeneral Visa Terms
120d
OtherVisa-free Regime General
180d$0

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