Entry requirements · Africa & Oceania
Bahamas Visa Requirements for Sao Tome and Principe Citizens
Visa-free entryStay up to 90 days
No. Citizens of Sao Tome and Principe do not need a visa for tourist visits to The Bahamas and may stay up to 90 days.
What Sao Tome and Principe travellers need
Passport valid 6+ months, return ticket, proof of funds
Visa-free entry up to 3 months
General entry requirements for The Bahamas
- A passport valid for the duration of your stay (six months' validity is widely recommended).
- A return or onward ticket out of The Bahamas.
- Proof of sufficient funds for your visit and confirmed accommodation.
- All visitors complete the online Bahamas immigration/customs declaration before arrival.
Frequently asked questions
- Do Sao Tome and Principe citizens need a visa to visit The Bahamas?
- No. Citizens of Sao Tome and Principe do not need a visa for tourist visits to The Bahamas and may stay up to 90 days.
- How long can Sao Tome and Principe citizens stay in The Bahamas?
- Up to 90 days for tourism. Extensions may be requested from Bahamas Immigration.
- What documents do Sao Tome and Principe citizens need to enter The Bahamas?
- Passport valid 6+ months, return ticket, proof of funds
Entry rules can change. Always confirm current requirements with the official Bahamas Department of Immigration or a Bahamian embassy before you travel.
Planning a Bahamas sailing trip?
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