Process & Eligibility
Find out more about the process and family inclusions under the São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment Program.
- Process
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Eligibility for Principal Applicant
& Qualifying Dependents

Step 1
Choose your licensed Marketing Agent
Your Marketing Agent will be your partner through the entire process.
Step 2
Collect the required documents
You will be advised by your Marketing Agent which documents are required to prepare a successful application.
Step 3
Submit your citizenship application
After your application is finalized, it will be submitted to the Citizenship Unit for processing.
Step 4
Comprehensive due diligence checks are conducted
Background checks are carried out to ensure you meet the program’s requirements for becoming a citizen of São Tomé and Príncipe.
Step 5
Citizenship decision is communicated
The São Tomé and Príncipe government will advise your Marketing Agent whether your application has been successful or not.