São Tomé & Príncipe​ Citizenship by Investment

To qualify for this program, applicants must either make a non-refundable financial contribution to the National Transformation Fund (FNT) or invest in eligible public or national development projects.

Contribution Requirements

The minimum required amounts, whether through donation or investment, are as follows:

• Individual applicant: US$90,000.
• Family application (2-4 members): US$95,000.
• Additional dependents: US$5,000 per person.

Investment Requirements

For the investment route, applicants must invest in approved public projects in sectors such as:

• Energy infrastructure
• Port and airport modernization
• Sustainable urban development
• Housing, education, health, tourism,
• and more

Eligibility of Dependents

The program allows for the inclusion of family members. Eligible dependents include:

Spouses: Legally married partners

Children:

• • Up to 30 years old
  • Must remain unmarried and financially dependent on the primary applicant

Parents:

• • Above 55 years old
  • Must be financially dependent on the primary applicant

Application Process

1. Submission of Application: Applicants must submit their application through the Citizenship Investment Unit (CIU), which is based in Dubai. The CIU operates as a public-private partnership.
2. Granting of Citizenship: Once the financial contribution is verified and all government fees are paid, citizenship is granted. Applicants will receive their passport, national ID, and Certificate of Registration.