Africa

São Tomé and Príncipe

São Tomé and Príncipe is a peaceful island nation off the coast of Central Africa, known for its natural beauty, political stability, and relaxed lifestyle. With a developing economy and a welcoming environment, it attracts entrepreneurs and individuals seeking an emerging jurisdiction with low operating costs and simple business opportunities.

São Tomé and Príncipe offers tranquillity, simplicity, and an approachable business climate. Its calm environment, friendly community, and growing economic sectors make it an attractive option for individuals seeking a quiet base with potential for long-term development.

How We help

From first contact to new country

Our approach is straightforward, guided, and designed to make your move feel manageable and within reach—from preparation to arrival.

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Company Setup

We begin by mapping your business model and setting up the right company structure in your chosen jurisdiction.

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Personal Tax

We design a relocation and tax strategy tailored to your profile, coordinating with advisers in your current and future countries of residence.

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Golden Visa

Where available, we help you access residency options such as investor or talent visas and manage documentation with local partners.

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Real Estate

We support you in selecting and structuring your home or investment property so it fits cleanly into your overall plan.

Why São Tomé and Príncipe

The country offers a stable political system, beautiful landscapes, and a slow-paced lifestyle ideal for individuals seeking a peaceful relocation destination.

Its strategic location, expanding tourism, and government openness to foreign investment make São Tomé and Príncipe suitable for small businesses, eco-projects, hospitality, and long-term development initiatives.

Company Setup

Common business structures include:

  • Limited Liability Company
  • Public Limited Company
  • Branch Office
  • Partnerships
  • Sole Proprietorship

Key advantages:

  • Simple incorporation process
  • Low operational and labor costs
  • Growing sectors: tourism, agriculture, fisheries, services
  • Suitable for hospitality, trading, and project development businesses

Visa Options

São Tomé and Príncipe offers basic visa categories for visitors, business travelers, and longer stays.

Visa categories include:

  • Tourist Visa
  • Business Visa
  • Work Visa (employer-sponsored)
  • Temporary Stay Permits
  • Extensions for longer stays

These support movement into the country for business and residence planning purposes.

Residency & Immigration

Residency in São Tomé and Príncipe is available through employment, business activity, or extended legal stay.

Pathways include:

  • Work-based residency via employer sponsorship
  • Business/Investor residency through registered local activity
  • Long-term residency after extended lawful presence
  • No citizenship-by-investment or residency-by-investment programs

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