Official fee guide · checked 21 September 2026
How much does Sao Tome citizenship by investment cost in 2026?
The official program currently lists a National Transformation Fund contribution of USD 90,000 for one applicant and USD 95,000 for a family of two to four. A realistic budget must also include the submission fee, citizenship documents and any case-specific document preparation.
Official source: National Transformation Fund fee schedule · Checked 21 September 2026.
Quick facts
The numbers and steps to know first
USD 90,000
Minimum contribution for a single applicant, payable after approval in principle.
USD 95,000
Minimum contribution for a family of two to four.
USD 5,000
Official submission fee per application.
USD 5,000
Additional contribution for each dependent beyond a family of four.
USD 750 each
Official citizenship documents, including registration certificate, passport and national ID, per applicant.
What is not included in the headline contribution?
Translations, notarization, legalization, police certificates, medicals, courier work and other third-party preparation vary by the applicant's country and document situation. Ask for a written case budget before ordering documents.
When is the contribution paid?
The official financial layout states that the qualifying contribution is due after approval in principle. The application must first pass submission and due-diligence stages.
Why family structure changes the budget
A spouse, children, parents or later-added dependents can change government charges and document work. List every intended applicant before requesting a quote.
FAQ
Common questions
Is USD 90,000 the complete final price?
No. It is the minimum official contribution for a single applicant. Submission, citizenship documents and third-party preparation also need to be budgeted.
Does a family of four pay USD 95,000?
The official financial layout lists USD 95,000 as the minimum contribution for a family of two to four, with other applicable fees charged separately.
What should I send for an itemised budget?
Send nationality, residence, each applicant’s relationship and age, and which documents are already available. Tell us if another person will fund the application. Request the contribution, official charges and document preparation as separate items before committing to payment.
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Family inclusion guide · checked 31 August 2026
Who can you include in a Sao Tome CBI family application, and can dependants be added later?
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Due diligence and payment guide · checked 27 August 2026
When do you pay for Sao Tome CBI, and what happens during due diligence?
Sao Tome CBI due-diligence and payment-stage guide: licensed-agent filing, background and source-of-funds checks, Approval-in-Principle and when to pay.