Medical Travel from São Tomé and Príncipe

São Tomé and Príncipe has very limited healthcare capacity. Portugal is the primary referral destination due to historical and linguistic ties.

Top Destinations for São Toméan Patients

The most popular medical travel destinations from São Tomé and Príncipe are Portugal, Turkey, India, Thailand. AdwaCare+ helps you choose based on your diagnosis, budget, and travel preferences.

Most Sought Treatments

  • Cancer treatment
  • Cardiac surgery
  • General surgery
  • Eye surgery

Travel & Visa Information

Visa: São Toméan nationals have special visa arrangements with Portugal. Medical visas available for India.

Flights: Flights from São Tomé to Lisbon (7h), Istanbul (9h via connection).

Currency: São Toméan Dobra (STN)

How AdwaCare+ Supports São Toméan Patients

  • Hospital and specialist matching based on your diagnosis and budget
  • Transparent cost estimates and treatment plan comparison
  • Visa documentation and medical invitation letter assistance
  • Flight booking guidance and airport pickup coordination
  • Accommodation near hospitals and local transport
  • On-site patient advocacy and cultural mediation
  • Post-treatment follow-up coordination with your local doctor