São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment
São Tomé and Príncipe offers individuals and families a pathway to second citizenship through a contribution to its National Transformation Fund. With an approximate starting budget of USD 100,000, the programme provides an alternative for investors whose citizenship options may otherwise be limited.
São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment
São Tomé and Príncipe offers a second citizenship route with an approximate starting budget of USD 100,000, broad nationality eligibility and access to 90+ destinations.
Key Benefits of São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment
Global Mobility: Access to more than 90 destinations.
Broad Nationality Eligibility: Applications are open to all nationalities except North Korean nationals, subject to programme due diligence and eligibility requirements.
No Residence Requirement: Applicants are not required to relocate to or reside in São Tomé and Príncipe.
Remote Process: The application can be completed without travelling to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Family Inclusion: Qualifying family members can be included in the application.
Contribution-Based Route: Citizenship is obtained through a contribution to the National Transformation Fund rather than a mandatory real-estate purchase.
Eligibility Criteria for São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment
The qualifying contribution is paid to the National Transformation Fund:
Single applicant: USD 90,000 contribution.
Family of two to four: USD 95,000 contribution.
Each additional qualifying dependant: USD 5,000.
Applicants remain subject to programme eligibility requirements and due diligence.
Family Inclusion
Qualifying family members may be included, subject to current programme dependency requirements and due diligence:
Spouse or de facto partner
Dependent children
Qualifying parents and grandparents
Príncipe Citizenship by Investment Programme
Initial Assessment: Bridgegold reviews your objectives and family composition against the programme requirements.
Documentation: Civil, financial and source-of-funds documents are gathered and prepared.
Application Submission: The completed application is submitted remotely.
Due Diligence: All applicants undergo programme due diligence.
Approval and Contribution: Following approval, the contribution is made to the National Transformation Fund.
Citizenship Documentation: Citizenship and passport documents are issued.
Important Considerations
Contributions are non-refundable once made under the approved process.
All applicants are subject to due diligence.
Programme requirements and government fees must be confirmed at the time of application.
No travel or residence requirement currently applies.
Processing is approximately two months (around eight weeks), subject to the application and government review.
Frequently Asked Questions: São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment
What is the programme?
A citizenship route based on a qualifying contribution to the National Transformation Fund.
What investment options are available?
The programme uses a contribution route. Property purchase is not required.
What is the minimum contribution?
USD 90,000 for a single applicant. The complete application budget includes additional fees.
How long does the process take?
The official programme website currently indicates approximately two months to approval, followed by approximately three to four months for passport issuance.
Can family members be included?
Yes. Qualifying spouses or partners, children and parents or grandparents may be included under the programme’s family rules.
Do I need to live in São Tomé and Príncipe?
No physical residence or relocation is required.
What documents are required?
Documents include a passport and national ID, birth and civil-status records, police certificates, bank statements, source-of-funds evidence and photographs.
How do I begin?
Contact Bridgegold to discuss your objectives and prepare an individual or family assessment.
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