São Tomé & Príncipe Citizenship by Investment
A brand new global low-cost, fast-track citizenship program established in 2025.
São Tomé & Príncipe Core Advantages
The São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program is one of the newer citizenship programs globally, established under the country's "Citizenship by Investment" legal framework in 2025. Eligible investors can obtain citizenship by making a financial donation to the government's National Transformation Fund (NTF). Seen as one of the lower-cost and faster citizenship programs globally, investors gain a second passport while supporting national development projects like infrastructure, renewable energy, and housing.
Global Asset Allocators
People looking to hedge single-currency risk, seek steady investment returns, and gain overseas status.
Family Education & Retirement Planning
For children's top-tier education resources and the whole family's free high-quality healthcare and retirement security.
High-Frequency International Business Travelers
Urgently need a high-value passport or Green Card for spontaneous global travel, skipping tedious visa applications.
Processing Time
2-3 Months
Min Investment
$90k Donation
Residency Req
No residency requirement
Passport Rank
80th Globally
Corporate Tax
Up to 20% Income Tax
Ultra-Low Cost & Lightning Speed
One of the lower-cost citizenship programs globally. Takes about 2 months from submission to approval.
CPLP Lusophone Stepping Stone
As a member of the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP), it can serve as a stepping stone to Portuguese and Brazilian citizenship.
Three-Generation Immigration
Spouses, children under 30, and parents over 55 can be included in the application.
Visa-Free & Dual Citizenship
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 60–70+ countries and territories. Dual citizenship is permitted.
Tax Advantages & Wealth Planning
Regional Tax System Advantages
The tax systems and definitions of overseas income vary by country. Through the professional and compliant establishment of offshore trusts and family foundations, effective tax mitigation and asset security isolation can be achieved. Specific implementation plans must be issued by a professional tax compliance team.
Education System & Family Planning
Connecting to Global Elite Academies
Obtaining a legal long-term residency status is a core tool to break educational competition and grant children "Overseas Chinese Student" or "International Student" privileges. Let children grow up in a pure English environment or high-quality public education system, securing top 100 global universities with lower scores.
Requirements & Core Thresholds
Success Stories & Timelines
"The São Tomé program is one of the very few options on the market to get a baseline passport at low cost within two months. It is highly discreet and, being on the African continent, serves as my perfect visa-free transit hub to enter major markets like Portugal and Brazil."
Sign Agreement & Prepare
Prepare basic application documents and complete translation and notarization.
Formal Submission & Due Diligence
Submit the application to the São Tomé immigration authorities.
Complete Donation
Receive Approval in Principle and complete the $90,000 USD donation.
Passport Issuance
Collect the Citizenship Certificate and original passports.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the application difficulty and success rate of this program?
As long as the applicant has a clean background (no criminal record, no international sanctions) and can provide proof of source of funds that fits the local immigration logic, under the gatekeeping of a professional team, the success rate is generally extremely high.
After getting the residency card, can I look for a job locally?
This depends on the specific visa type. Investment or "Non-Lucrative" residencies usually absolutely prohibit entering the local labor market; while "High-Talent/Professional" or "Open Work Permit" green cards allow you to freely choose employment locally.
Is there a risk of policy changes or price increases?
With immigration policies, it's always "apply early, benefit early." As countries in Europe and the Americas tighten immigration quotas, rising thresholds and higher requirements are a global trend. It is recommended to decisively lock in a quota during the old policy window.