The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade does not issue a travel advice for Sao Tome and Principe at this time.
Australians are advised to read the General Advice to Australian Travellers which provides general information about safety and security, local laws and customs, entry and exit requirements, health issues, travel and health insurance and consular assistance and registration.
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has confirmed cases of avian influenza in birds in a number of countries throughout the world. For a list of these countries, visit the OIE website. For more information on our advice to Australians see our travel bulletin on avian influenza.
Australia does not have an Embassy or Consulate in Sao Tome and Principe. Australians may obtain consular assistance from the nearest High Commission. This is in Nigeria at:
Australian High Commission, Abuja
48 Aguiyi Ironsi Street
Maitama, Abuja
Nigeria
Telephone (234 9) 461 2780
Facsimile (234 9) 461 2782
All Australians travelling to Sao Tome and Principe, whether for tourism or business or for short or long stays, are encouraged to register with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Australians can register in person at any Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate or online. The registration information provided by you will help us to find you in an emergency - whether it is a natural disaster, civil disturbance or a family emergency.
If the situation changes and a travel advice for Sao Tome and Principe is issued, travellers can be automatically notified by subscribing to our email subscription service.
Foreign Affairs Canada, the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and the US State Department also issue travel advice for their citizens.
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Canberra may be contacted on (02) 6261 3305.