A Portuguese-speaking second passport, in under two months
São Tomé & Príncipe, two volcanic islands on the equator in the Gulf of Guinea, launched its citizenship programme in 2025. It is the only Citizenship-by-Investment route where the national language is Portuguese, and one of the fastest to a passport in hand. Prismaat takes you from first call to citizenship, start to finish.
São Tomé & Príncipe, in brief
A tiny two-island nation on the equator, one of Africa’s smallest and least-known countries, and one of its safest.
- Where
- Gulf of Guinea, off Central Africa, on the equator
- Capital
- São Tomé
- Population
- ~230,000
- Area
- 1,001 km² (two main islands)
- Language
- Portuguese (official)
- Currency
- Dobra (STN)
- Climate
- Tropical, ~27 °C year-round
- Time zone
- GMT (UTC+0)
Why this programme stands apart
Your contribution goes to the National Transformation Fund, which backs renewable energy, eco-tourism and education across the islands. In return you gain a second nationality that happens to sit naturally alongside the lusophone world Prismaat already serves.
The only lusophone CBI
Portuguese is the official language. If your life already points towards Portugal, Brazil or the PALOP countries, that connection is real, not a brochure line.
A passport in under 60 days
Brand-new in 2025 and deliberately document-light, among the quickest routes to a second passport anywhere.
Visa-free to 93 countries
Visa-free and visa-on-arrival access across Africa, Asia and beyond, a genuine upgrade for many passports.
Three generations, one application
Spouse, unmarried children up to 30, and parents aged 55+, all on a single file.
Never set foot there
No visit, no residency, no relocation, whether to get the passport or to keep it. The whole thing is remote.
Early, while it’s new
Launched in 2025, with the lowest entry of any current programme. Early applicants deal with the simplest rules and the shortest queues.
National Transformation Fund
Citizenship is obtained through a qualifying, non-refundable contribution to the National Transformation Fund.
Three phases, fully managed
From onboarding to the handover of your documents, Prismaat coordinates each step with the authorised agent and the Citizenship Unit.
Assessment & onboarding
We review your eligibility, prepare your documents and submit your application. The USD 5,000 submission fee is paid at this stage.
Due diligence & processing
The Citizenship Unit completes comprehensive background checks and issues its decision.
Approval & handover
On approval, you complete the investment. Your certificate, passport and national ID are issued and handed over to you.
Applicant requirements
The programme is open to applicants who meet straightforward eligibility criteria.
- ✓ At least 18 years old
- ✓ Clean criminal record
- ✓ Passes comprehensive due diligence
- ✓ Proof of a legitimate source of funds
- ✓ In good health
- ✓ Family members can be included on one application
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit or live in São Tomé & Príncipe?
No. There is no visit or residency requirement to obtain or keep your citizenship. The whole process is handled remotely.
How long does it take?
Typically less than two months from a complete application to your passport, subject to due diligence.
Who can I include in my application?
Your spouse, unmarried children up to the age of 30, and parents aged 55 and above.
Is the contribution refundable?
No. The contribution to the National Transformation Fund and the government submission fee are non-refundable.
What does Prismaat do?
We manage your case end to end (eligibility, document preparation, submission and handover), working alongside a licensed, government-authorised agent.
Ready to explore São Tomé & Príncipe citizenship?
Book a confidential consultation and we’ll walk you through eligibility, costs and timelines for your family.
Prismaat provides this programme together with a licensed, government-authorised agent. Figures are indicative and subject to the official programme rules and due diligence.
