Access
Visa free
FStay 14 days
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São Tomé and Príncipe passport to Hong Kong
Yes — São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders can visit Hong Kong without a visa for up to 14 days.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
The other way
eVisa
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Key facts
- Hong Kong lets 147 of 198 passports in without a prior visa — São Tomé and Príncipe is one of them.
- São Tomé and Príncipe passports get “Visa free” at 28 of 198 destinations.
- In the other direction, Hong Kong passports get “eVisa” in São Tomé and Príncipe.
Nearby passports travelling to Hong Kong
Open to São Tomé and Príncipe passports near Hong Kong
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 1 blank visa page
- Photo spec40 × 50 mm
Flight corridor
Connection likely
São Tomé and PríncipeHong Kong- Typical duration
- 14.7 hours
- From
- TMS · PCP
- To
- HKG · HHP
Duration is a great-circle estimate between main airports. Direct corridors come from the OpenFlights public snapshot — check the carrier or Google Flights for times and prices.
São Tomé and Príncipe
Country profile
Capital
São Tomé
Population
209,607
Area
1,001 km²
Currency
São Tomé and Príncipe dobra STN
Languages
Portuguese
Time zone
UTC+00:00
Foreign-born
1,955 · 2024
Migrant share
0.8%
Ethnic groups
This country does not publish a comparable ethnic breakdown.
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Hong Kong
Country profile
Capital
Hong Kong
Population
7.5 million
Area
1,092 km²
Currency
Hong Kong dollar HKD
Languages
Chinese, English
Time zone
UTC+08:00
Foreign-born
3.1 million · 2024
Migrant share
41.3%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- Chinese91.6%
- other3.7%
- Filipino2.7%
- Indonesian1.9%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Travel notes
Plug
Type G
Mains
230 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Left
Emergency
Police 999 · Ambulance 999
Dialing code
+852
Airports
HKG · HHP
Highlights
- Victoria Harbour
- Tian Tan Buddha
- The Peak
- Avenue of Stars
São Tomé and Príncipe · Visa free
FAQ
Does a São Tomé and Príncipe passport need a visa for Hong Kong?
On the 2026-10 matrix the result is “Visa free”. typical stay 14 days. Rules change — check the carrier and mission before you fly.
How long can you stay?
The matrix records a typical stay of 14 days. The entry stamp, eTA or visa page is authoritative.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Hong Kong typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 1 blank visa page. Photo spec is often 40 × 50 mm. Confirm with a Hong Kong mission.
What about a Hong Kong passport entering São Tomé and Príncipe?
The reverse result is “eVisa”.
How do you apply for Hong Kong as a visitor?
Visit visa / visa-free：7–90 days depending on passport。Foreign passports are visa-free or pre-cleared by nationality. Visitors cannot take paid work.