Process & Eligibility

Find out more about the process and family inclusions under the São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment Program.

  • Process
  • Eligibility for Principal Applicant
    & Qualifying Dependents
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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.