United States visa for passport holders from Sao Tome and Principe
Yes — passport holders from Sao Tome and Principe need a visa for the United States, applied for before travel through an embassy, consulate or visa centre.
Status: Visa required
Fee: $185 USD (B1/B2 visa); ESTA fee set by CBP — see esta.cbp.dhs.gov
Stay: up to 180 days
Processing: ESTA: immediate; B visa: 2–12 months
Documents usually needed
Passport (6+ months validity)
DS-160 form
Bank statements
Employment/business ties
Return ticket
Travel history
Interview at US embassy
ESTA ($21) for VWP countries (90 days). B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa ($185) for others — expect long wait times at US embassies.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Sao Tome and Principe need a visa for the United States?
Yes — passport holders from Sao Tome and Principe need a visa for the United States, applied for before travel through an embassy, consulate or visa centre.
How much is a United States tourist visa for passport holders from Sao Tome and Principe?
$185 USD (B1/B2 visa); ESTA fee set by CBP — see esta.cbp.dhs.gov. Fees change, so confirm on the official site before paying.
How long can citizens of Sao Tome and Principe stay in the United States?
Usually up to 180 days per visit for tourism.
How long does a United States visa take?
Typically: ESTA: immediate; B visa: 2–12 months.
Sources
From the Passport Index community dataset, not yet checked against an official source. Confirm on the official site: