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São Tomé and Príncipe passport to Malaysia
Yes — São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders can visit Malaysia without a visa for up to 30 days.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
The other way
eVisa
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Key facts
- Malaysia lets 167 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, Malaysia passports get “eVisa” in São Tomé and Príncipe.
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Open to São Tomé and Príncipe passports near Malaysia
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 2 blank visa pages
- Photo spec35 × 50 mm
Flight corridor
Connection likely
São Tomé and PríncipeMalaysia- Typical duration
- 13.3 hours
- From
- TMS · PCP
- To
- KUL · BKI · PEN
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.
Malaysia
Country profile
Capital
Kuala Lumpur
Population
34.2 million
Area
329,750 km²
Currency
Malaysian ringgit MYR
Languages
English, Malay
Time zone
UTC+08:00
Foreign-born
3.8 million · 2024
Migrant share
10.7%
Ethnic groups · 2023
- Bumiputera63.8%
- Chinese20.6%
- non-citizens9%
- Indian6%
- other0.6%
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
+60
Airports
KUL · BKI · PEN · SZB
Highlights
- Petronas Towers
- George Town
- Mount Kinabalu
- Langkawi
- Malacca
São Tomé and Príncipe · Visa free
FAQ
Does a São Tomé and Príncipe passport need a visa for Malaysia?
On the 2026-10 matrix the result is “Visa free”. typical stay 30 days. Rules change — check the carrier and mission before you fly.
How long can you stay?
The matrix records a typical stay of 30 days. The entry stamp, eTA or visa page is authoritative.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Malaysia typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 2 blank visa pages. Photo spec is often 35 × 50 mm. Confirm with a Malaysia mission.
What about a Malaysia passport entering São Tomé and Príncipe?
The reverse result is “eVisa”.
How do you apply for Malaysia as a visitor?
Short visa-free / eVisa：Often 14–90 days。Visa-free at the border; otherwise eVisa or a mission.