Citizenship by Investment / São Tomé & Príncipe / Route
São Tomé & Príncipe · Investment route
Make a non-refundable contribution to the National Transformation Fund and secure São Tomé & Príncipe citizenship for you and your family.
Last updated: 2025-03-01
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
São Tomé & Príncipe offers a fast and affordable Citizenship by Investment program. Investors can obtain citizenship through a non-refundable contribution to the National Transformation Fund (NTF) or by investing in approved real estate projects. Citizenship is typically granted within 6 weeks, with no residency requirement, allowing for lifetime inheritance and dual nationality.
What you getالمزايا
Fast and affordable route to São Tomé & Príncipe citizenship via a non-refundable contribution.
Include spouse, children under 30, parents and grandparents over 55, and siblings on a single application.
Citizenship is lifetime, inheritable, and allows dual nationality.
No residency requirements; maintain citizenship without living in the country.
Tax benefits including no wealth or inheritance tax and very low personal income tax.
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
Single applicant donation
Minimum donation for a single applicant.
Family of 2–4 donation
Covers spouse, children under 30, parents/grandparents over 55.
Family of 5 or more donation
Includes larger family units.
Additional sibling donation
Per extra sibling of the primary applicant or spouse.
Application fee — principal applicant
Application fee — applicant + up to 3 dependents
Application fee — applicant + 4+ dependents
Due diligence — principal applicant
Due diligence — each dependent (16+)
Due diligence — benefactor
Bank fee — single applicant
Bank fee — applicant + up to 3 dependents
Bank fee — applicant + 4+ dependents
Government & due-diligence fees
Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Make a minimum non-refundable contribution of USD 90,000 (single applicant) or USD 95,000 (family of 2–4) to the National Transformation Fund.
Pass due diligence and background checks, including criminal record and source-of-funds verification.
Submit valid travel documents, national ID, and health/medical clearance.
Comply with nationality, sanctions, and program-specific requirements.
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
Funding contribution through illegal or prohibited sources.
Failing government due diligence or background checks.
Adverse criminal records or being subject to international sanctions.
Document checklistالوثائق
Identity & Civil
- ✦Passport copies of main applicant and all dependents (validity ≥ 12 months)
- ✦Birth certificates of main applicant and all dependents
- ✦Marriage certificate (if spouse is included)
- ✦Proof of name change (if applicable)
- ✦De facto partnership proof (if applicable)
Proof of Address & Residence
- ✦Utility bills or bank statements showing current address
- ✦Residency proof of dependents (if different from main applicant)
Due Diligence & Background
- ✦Police clearance certificates for the last 5 years from all countries of residence
- ✦Declaration of lawful source of funds with supporting bank statements
- ✦Due Diligence Report from a UCID-recognized entity (if applicable)
Health & Miscellaneous
- ✦Medical/health clearance certificates
- ✦Proof of payment for NTF contribution, government fees, and due diligence charges
- ✦Additional documents requested by authorities (e.g., tax records, employment letters)
Your XIPHIAS advisor prepares a personalised document list at onboarding. The checklist above is indicative and may vary by family size.
Family scopeالأسرة
All eligible dependants can be included in one application or added after approval.
Age limits, dependency definitions, and addition fees vary by jurisdiction. Your advisor confirms exact rules at onboarding.
Approved projectsالمشاريع
Harborview Suites (share units)
Share-based participation in an approved hospitality development.
Coral Bay Residences (condo title)
Limited inventory; rental pool optional.
Project availability and inventory change. Your advisor confirms current options and any exclusive allocations at onboarding.
Risk notes
Applicants should be aware that contributions are non-refundable.
Market or regulatory changes could affect processing timelines.
Family inclusions and additional fees must be fully documented to avoid delays.
Compliance
All applicants must undergo thorough KYC/AML and government due diligence.
Source of funds verification and police clearance are mandatory.
Any misrepresentation or incomplete documentation may result in application rejection.
Start the São Tomé & Príncipe route.
A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.