Bringing a dog or cat to São Tomé and Príncipe in 2026 falls into the easy category for international pet travel. São Tomé and Príncipe is in Africa. São Tomé and Príncipe does not routinely quarantine pets that arrive with complete paperwork.
Reviewed by Clifford Wilson, Founder of ClearToFly.pet. Compiled from official government and airline documentation. Last reviewed 2026-06-08.
Beyond rabies, São Tomé and Príncipe requires or recommends these vaccinations:
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
São Tomé and Príncipe requires a valid rabies vaccination administered 30 days to 12 months before arrival. Health certificate must be endorsed by government veterinary authority. Deworming treatment recommended before travel. Pets typically arrive through São Tomé International Airport. Limited veterinary services available on the islands. Contact the embassy for the latest requirements.
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Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the São Tomé and Príncipe veterinary authority. We also recommend cross-referencing the USDA APHIS Pet Travel database for U.S.-origin pets.
Data last verified 2026-06-08 from National Authority. Country code: ST.