An emerging citizenship programme based on a contribution to the National Transformation Fund, designed for remote processing and family inclusion. Every file remains subject to government due diligence, current programme regulations and final approval.
Remote-led applicationNo language testFamily applications available
Key benefits
Why consider São Tomé & Príncipe?
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Benefit 01
Remote-led application
Eligibility and benefits are confirmed against the regulations in force at the time of application.
Benefit 02
No language test
Eligibility and benefits are confirmed against the regulations in force at the time of application.
Benefit 03
Family applications available
Eligibility and benefits are confirmed against the regulations in force at the time of application.
Eligibility
Programme requirements.
Every applicant is assessed individually before documents are prepared or commitments are made.
01Main applicant must be at least 18 years old02A clean personal and business background is required03The source of funds and source of wealth must be documented04All applicants must pass the programme’s due-diligence checks
Qualifying pathways
Investment routes.
Final costs depend on the selected route, family composition, due diligence and government fees.
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National Transformation Fund contribution
Full route details after eligibility review
Family inclusion
One application. A shared future.
Dependent eligibility varies by age, financial dependency and current programme regulations.
Built around the people who matter most.
01Spouse02Dependent children03Eligible parents
Application journey
From assessment to passport.
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Confidential assessment
We review nationality, family structure, objectives and potential eligibility concerns.
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Programme and route selection
Your advisor compares the suitable investment routes and prepares a tailored cost outline.
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Document preparation
Baytii and GCC coordinate forms, certifications, translations and the complete due-diligence file.
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Government submission
The authorised agent submits the application and manages official follow-up and requests.
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Approval and investment
After approval in principle, the qualifying investment and government requirements are completed.
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Citizenship and passport
Citizenship documents and passport issuance are coordinated, followed by post-issuance support.
Document checklist
A complete, well-prepared file.
The exact checklist varies by nationality, residence history, family structure and investment route.
01Valid passports and national identity documents02Birth, marriage and family-status certificates03Police clearance certificates from the required jurisdictions04Bank references and evidence of source of funds and wealth05Medical, address, employment and supporting application records
Frequently asked questions
São Tomé & Príncipe citizenship FAQ.
How long does São Tomé and Príncipe citizenship by investment take?+
Application timing varies. Timing is indicative and depends on due diligence, document readiness, government processing and the applicant’s circumstances.
Can my family be included in one application?+
Eligible family members can usually be included, subject to the programme’s current rules on age, dependency and relationship to the main applicant.
Do I need to relocate or speak the local language?+
Most investment-migration programmes do not require permanent relocation or a language examination, but any visit or residence condition is confirmed during assessment.
When will I receive a complete cost calculation?+
After a confidential eligibility review. The calculation depends on the route, number and ages of dependants, due-diligence fees and current government charges.