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São Tomé and Príncipe

Higher risk than 51% of countries. Main concerns: violent incidents and civil unrest.

Government Advisory

70
High

Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Traveler Practical Risk

43
Elevated

Confidence: high. Main drivers: violent incidents, civil unrest, transport reliability.

Risk Profile

Score breakdown across 7 risk dimensions

Risk ProfileRisk Profile: Petty Crime 30, Violent Incident 55, Civil Unrest 55, Health 18, Natural Disaster 24, Transport 55, Scams 55🔓 Petty Crime⚠️ Violent Incident📢 Civil Unrest🏥 Health🌊 Natural Disaster🚌 Transport🎭 Scams
⚠️Violent Incident
55
📢Civil Unrest
55
🚌Transport
55
🎭Scams
55
🔓Petty Crime
30
🌊Natural Disaster
24
🏥Health
18

Practical advice

  • Follow standard urban travel precautions and keep local emergency contacts available.
Data Sources & Updates · Synced 8/15/2026
Government Advisory: U.S. Department of State
Advisory published: 4/8/2026 (by U.S. Department of State)
Our last sync: 8/15/2026
Indicators: World Bank Governance & Stability Indicators (2024)
Recent update: Updated 2026-08-15 from refreshed advisory and traveler risk indicators.

Frequently Asked Questions — São Tomé and Príncipe

Is São Tomé and Príncipe safe to travel to?
São Tomé and Príncipe has a practical risk score of 43/100 (Elevated). The government advisory level is "High". Main risk drivers are violent incidents and civil unrest.
What are the main travel risks in São Tomé and Príncipe?
The primary risk factors for travelers in São Tomé and Príncipe are: violent incidents, civil unrest, transport reliability. Petty crime is rated 30/100 and violent incidents 55/100.
What is the current travel advisory for São Tomé and Príncipe?
The U.S. Department of State advisory for São Tomé and Príncipe is "High" (score: 70/100). Level 3: Reconsider Travel
What safety tips should I know before visiting São Tomé and Príncipe?
Follow standard urban travel precautions and keep local emergency contacts available.

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