🇸🇹Sao Tome and Principe
Africa
Information
Capital
São Tomé
Population
244,972
Currency
São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (STN Db)
Languages
Portugais, Forro, Angolar
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+239
Timezone
Africa/Sao_Tome
Area
964 km²
Government
Semi-presidential republic
National day
July 6 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.st
About
São Tomé and Príncipe is a small island nation in Central Africa consisting of two main islands in the Gulf of Guinea. A former Portuguese colony, it gained independence in 1975 and is known for its exceptional biodiversity and pristine beaches. The country faces economic challenges but enjoys relative political stability.
Safety
Risk level :Niveau de risque global faible à modéré pour les voyageurs prudents.
Risk areas
São Tomé ville - Petite criminalité
Crime(low)
- Éviter de porter des objets de valeur visibles
- Ne pas se déplacer seul la nuit
Terrorism(low)
- Risque négligeable, rester vigilant
Transport
- Conduire prudemment, préférer les taxis officiels
Natural risks(Risques modérés de pluies torrentielles et inondations saisonnières)
- Vérifier la météo avant les déplacements
Health(Système de santé limité, hôpitaux sous-équipés)
- Vaccins recommandés: hépatite A/B, typhoïde, fièvre jaune
- Assurance voyage avec rapatriement obligatoire
Practical tips
- Enregistrer son voyage auprès du ministère des Affaires étrangères
- Avoir des espèces en euros ou dollars
- Protéger contre les moustiques (paludisme présent)
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center400
1-bedroom apartment in city center600
1-bedroom apartment in suburb450
3-bedroom apartment in city center1200
3-bedroom apartment in suburb900
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal5
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurant20
McDonald's menu8
Local beer (0.5L)2
Cappuccino3
Water (1.5L)1
Bread (500g)1.5
Milk (1L)2
Eggs (12)2
Chicken (1kg)6
Apples (1kg)5
Bananas (1kg)1
Transport
Public transport ticket0.5
Monthly transport subscription20
Taxi ride (start)2
Taxi (1km)1
Gasoline (1L)1.2
Leisure
Monthly gym membership30
Tennis court (1h weekend)10
Cinema5
Theater10
Health
General practitioner consultation20
Dentist consultation30
Antibiotic medications10
Cold medications (6 days)15
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)30
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)15
Public services for 85m² apartment50
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)40
Nike sports shoes80
International primary school (monthly)200
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type F
Emergency numbers
Police112
Ambulance112
Fire department112
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
10-15% in restaurants