Dubai Visa for São Tomé and Príncipe Citizens
Entry rules, visa fees in AED and STN, documents and how São Tomé and Príncipe citizens apply online.
Updated 21 October 2026 · Kite Star Tourism visa desk, Dubai · DET licence 978848
Visas from
AED 490≈ STN 2,910
Processing
2-4 Days
Visa options
9
Quick answer
Yes. São Tomé and Príncipe citizens need a UAE visa before travelling to Dubai. The 30 Days Visa (single entry) costs AED 550 (about STN 3,267) and takes 2-4 days. You apply online with a passport scan and photo, and the e-visa is sent to your email and WhatsApp.
Dubai visa for São Tomé and Príncipe citizens at a glance
| Visa needed before travel? | Visa required |
|---|---|
| Visa on arrival | No, apply before you travel |
| Cheapest visa | 30 Days Visa, AED 550 (about STN 3,267) |
| Visa types we process | Transit, Tourist, Business and Visa Extension |
| Length of stay options | 48 Hour, 30 Days, 14 Days, 96 Hour or 60 Days |
| Multiple entry available | Yes |
| Processing time | 2-4 Days |
| Express processing | From AED 750 extra (24-48 working hours), fastest 3-4 hours |
| Extension inside the UAE | Yes, from AED 1600 (about STN 9,503) |
| Passport validity | At least 6 months from arrival |
| How to apply | Online, no embassy visit |
| Time difference with São Tomé | Dubai is 4 hours ahead of São Tomé |
| Local currency | STN |
Do São Tomé and Príncipe citizens need a visa for Dubai?
São Tomé and Príncipe is on the UAE's visa-required list, so São Tomé and Príncipe citizens need a visa before they travel. You apply online and the visa is issued as an e-visa (PDF) that you show at check-in and on arrival. There's no embassy visit.
Your passport must be valid for at least six months from your arrival date.
Entry rules are based on the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa exemption list, checked on 21 October 2026. Rules can change, so confirm with ICP or your airline before you travel. MOFA list · ICP
Dubai visa fees for São Tomé and Príncipe citizens in AED and STN
Prices include our service fee and are charged in AED. STN amounts are approximate, converted at the 22 Oct 2026 rate; your bank's rate may differ.
48 Hours Visa
30 Days Visa
14 Days Visa
96 Hour Visa
60 Days Visa
30 Days Visa
60 Days Visa
30 Days Inside Visa Extension
60 Days A2A Visa Extension
Which Dubai visa should São Tomé and Príncipe travellers choose?
| Your trip | Best visa | Price |
|---|---|---|
Holiday or family visit of up to 30 days The lowest-cost way to visit Dubai once. | 30 Days Visa (Single Entry) | AED 550 (about STN 3,267) |
Longer stay of up to 60 days Costs less than extending a 30-day visa later. | 60 Days Visa (Single Entry) | AED 850 (about STN 5,048) |
Several trips in and out of the UAE Lets you leave and come back while the visa is valid, for example a side trip to Oman. | 30 Days Visa (Multiple Entry) | AED 1100 (about STN 6,533) |
Stopover in Dubai between flights For a short break on the way to another country. | 48 Hours Visa (Single Entry) | AED 490 (about STN 2,910) |
Meetings, conferences or trade shows For business visits, not paid work. | 14 Days Visa (Single Entry) | AED 550 (about STN 3,267) |
Already in the UAE and need more time Apply before your current visa or entry permit expires. | 30 Days Inside Visa Extension (Single Entry) | AED 1600 (about STN 9,503) |
Documents São Tomé and Príncipe citizens need
- São Tomé and Príncipe passport valid for at least six months from your arrival date
- Clear colour scan of the passport photo page
- Recent passport-size photo with a white background
- Any extra document we ask for after reviewing your application
How São Tomé and Príncipe citizens apply online
- 1. Choose your visaPick a visa on this page and enter your travel date and traveller details.
- 2. Upload and pay onlineUpload a clear passport scan and photo, then pay securely online.
- 3. Get your e-visaWe check and submit your application, then send the approved e-visa to your email and WhatsApp.
Single or multiple entry: which do São Tomé and Príncipe citizens need?
A single-entry visa ends when you leave the UAE. The 30 Days Visa (single entry) costs AED 550 (about STN 3,267).
A multiple-entry visa lets you leave and come back while it's valid, for example a day trip to Oman or a stopover on your way home. The 30 Days Visa (multiple entry) costs AED 1100 (about STN 6,533).
If you're only flying in and out once, single entry is the better value.
Visa validity vs length of stay
These are two different limits. On the 30 Days Visa, validity is 58 Days: the window from the issue date in which you must enter the UAE. The stay is 30 Days: how long you can remain after you arrive.
Plan your travel date inside the validity window, and leave or extend before your stay runs out to avoid overstay fines.
Why Dubai visa applications from São Tomé and Príncipe get delayed or refused
UAE immigration makes the final decision, and no agency can guarantee approval. Most delays we see come from avoidable issues:
- Blurry, cropped or glare-covered passport scans.
- A photo that isn't recent, has a coloured background or shows glasses or shadows.
- A name spelled differently from the passport's machine-readable line.
- A passport with less than six months' validity left on the arrival date.
- A previous overstay, absconding report or unresolved case in the UAE.
- Applying only a day or two before the flight.
After your visa is approved
- Check that the name, passport number and nationality on the e-visa match your passport exactly.
- Keep a printed or saved copy; airlines check it before you board.
- Immigration officers in Dubai may ask for your return ticket and hotel booking or host's address.
- Note your last day of stay and leave or extend before it to avoid overstay fines.
- Track your application any time on our Track Visa page with your application ID.
Paying from São Tomé and Príncipe
All our prices are in UAE dirhams (AED). If your card is in STN, your bank converts the amount and may add a foreign transaction fee, so the final charge can be slightly different from the STN estimates on this page.
Contacting us from São Tomé
Dubai is 4 hours ahead of São Tomé.
Our Dubai office is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm Dubai time, which is 5am to 2pm in São Tomé. WhatsApp support runs 24/7.
Need your Dubai visa urgently?
Choose an express service and we'll fast-track your application. The express fee is added to the price of the visa you pick above.
Express Service
Processed in 24-48 working hours
+ AED 750 on top of the visa fee
7-8 Hours Service
Processed in 7-8 hours
+ AED 1100 on top of the visa fee
Super Urgent Service
Processed in 3-4 hours
+ AED 1499 on top of the visa fee
Not sure which visa you need?
Send us your passport details on WhatsApp and our Dubai visa team will tell you the right option for a São Tomé and Príncipe passport.
Dubai visa FAQs for São Tomé and Príncipe citizens
Do São Tomé and Príncipe citizens need a visa for Dubai?
Yes. São Tomé and Príncipe citizens need a UAE visa before travelling to Dubai.
Can São Tomé and Príncipe citizens get a visa on arrival in Dubai?
No. São Tomé and Príncipe is on the UAE's visa-required list, so you need an approved e-visa before you fly. Airlines check it at check-in.
How much is a Dubai visa for São Tomé and Príncipe citizens in STN?
The 30 Days Visa (single entry) costs AED 550 (about STN 3,267), including our service fee. Other options include the 60 Days Visa (single entry) at AED 850 (about STN 5,048), the 30 Days Visa (multiple entry) at AED 1100 (about STN 6,533) and the 60 Days Visa (multiple entry) at AED 1200 (about STN 7,127). We charge in AED, so the STN amount depends on your bank's rate.
How long does a Dubai visa take for São Tomé and Príncipe citizens?
Standard processing takes 2-4 days once your documents are complete. Express processing can cut this to 3-4 hours for an extra fee.
What documents do São Tomé and Príncipe citizens need for a Dubai visa?
A clear scan of your passport's photo page, valid for at least six months from arrival, and a recent passport-size photo with a white background. We'll tell you if your visa type needs anything else.
Can São Tomé and Príncipe citizens get a multiple-entry Dubai visa?
Yes. The 30 Days Visa (multiple entry) costs AED 1100 (about STN 6,533) and lets you leave and re-enter the UAE while it's valid.
Can São Tomé and Príncipe citizens extend a Dubai visa?
Yes, from inside the UAE. We offer the 30 Days Inside Visa Extension (AED 1600 (about STN 9,503)) and the 60 Days A2A Visa Extension (AED 1900 (about STN 11,285)).
Can I apply for a Dubai visa online from São Tomé and Príncipe?
Yes. The whole process is online: choose your visa, upload your passport scan and photo, and pay. You don't need to visit an embassy, and the approved e-visa is emailed to you.
What is the time difference between São Tomé and Dubai?
Dubai is 4 hours ahead of São Tomé. Our Dubai office is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm Dubai time, which is 5am to 2pm in São Tomé. WhatsApp support runs 24/7.