São Tomé & Príncipe
Citizenship by Investment
Transparent, Efficient, Government-Approved
Becoming a citizen of São Tomé & Príncipe is a straightforward process managed under government supervision through the Citizenship Investment Unit (CIU).
All applications and payments must be submitted via an Authorized Marketing Agent, ensuring compliance with national regulations and international due diligence standards.
Advance Citizenship is authorized by the São Tomé and Príncipe Government to guide investors through the process, ensuring trusted advice and a smooth application journey.
Eligibility Criteria
Main applicant must be 18+ years
No criminal record
Legitimate source of funds
Dependents: spouse, children under 30, parents 55+
Investment – National Transformation Fund (NTF)
Category
Contribution (USD)
Single Applicant
$90,000
Family (up to 4 persons)
$95,000
Additional Dependent
+$5,000
Submission Fee
$5,000 (flat)
Post-Approval Fees
Passport – $350 | ID – $150 | Certificate – $200
Step-by-Step Process
1. Confidential Consultation – Eligibility review and planning.
2. Document Preparation – Apostille, certification, translation.
3. Submission to CIU – Via authorized agent.
4. Due Diligence – Conducted by international agencies.
5. Approval in Principle – Issued within ~8 weeks.
6. Donation Payment & Oath – To the National Transformation Fund.
7. Citizenship Certificate & Passport – Delivered securely.
Processing Time: Typically 8 weeks to Citizenship, depending
on documentation.