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Business Travel Requirements for an Sao Tome & Principe Visa for Swiss Citizens

1. Visa May Not Be Required

   The government of Sao Tome has implemented a visa-free stay for selected nationals. Visa exemption is for a maximum stay of up to 15 days. Travellers can enter and exit Sao Tome multiple times for up to 15 calendar days from the moment of crossing the state border.  

   Please keep in mind that even if staying less than 15 days, you must:

   • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds
   • Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination
   • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

   For stays of longer than 15 days, a visa is required. The requirements can be found within the CIBTvisas application pack

2. Overseas Processing

   There is no embassy representation for this destination in Switzerland. All applications are processed abroad which will incur additional courier fees

3. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must: 

   • Have at least two blank visa pages
   • Be valid for one year beyond entry date

4. Photograph(s)

   You must provide one colour, passport type photograph that meets the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photo should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive or staples

5. Business Introduction Letter

   You must provide a Business Cover Letter from the applicant's Swiss employer. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays a Swiss postal address. Use the sample Business Cover Letter provided here to complete your letter.
   
   All Business Cover Letters must be addressed to the Embassy or Consulate. The address of the diplomatic mission can be found here
   

6. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

7. Visa Application Form(s)

   One fully completed application form. This form must:

   • Be completed in black ink only
   • Be completed in block capitals only

8. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

   For orders placed on the CIBTvisas website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.

   
   For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed CIBTvisas Visa Order Form which can be found in the CIBTvisas Application Pack should be submitted.

   
   Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process.