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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Albania citizens need a visa for Sao Tome and Principe?

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Albania citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Sao Tome and Principe — applied for online before departure.

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Albania vs Sao Tome and Principe: passport comparison

Albania

74

visa-free countries

Global rank: #91 · mobility 129

Sao Tome and Principe

26

visa-free countries

Global rank: #151 · mobility 81
14

countries both Albania and Sao Tome and Principe can enter visa-free together

Where else Albania goes visa-free

→ AndorraVisa-free · 90 days → → Antigua and BarbudaVisa-free · 180 days → → ArmeniaVisa-free · 180 days → → AustriaVisa-free · 90 days → → AzerbaijanVisa-free · 90 days → → BarbadosVisa-free · 28 days → → BelarusVisa-free · 30 days → → BelgiumVisa-free · 90 days → → Bosnia and HerzegovinaVisa-free · 90 days →
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Documents you'll usually need for Sao Tome and Principe

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Albania citizens need a visa for Sao Tome and Principe?
Albania citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Sao Tome and Principe — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Albania or Sao Tome and Principe?
The Albania passport is stronger: 74 visa-free countries versus 26. Global rank: Albania #91, Sao Tome and Principe #151.
Where can Albania and Sao Tome and Principe citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 14 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Sao Tome and Principe?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Albania and Sao Tome and Principe?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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