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São Tomé and Príncipe

São ToméSTN

+3.2%

GDP

$500 million

Population

220,000

Currency

STN

São Tomé and Príncipe Dobra

Key Ports

1

Entry Points

No ECTN Required

Standard shipping documentation applies.

Member of:

ECCASAfCFTA

Regional Trade Memberships

Economic OverviewStable Outlook

GDP

$45.2B

GDP Growth

+3.2%

GDP/Capita

$2,450

Inflation Rate8.5%
Unemployment Rate12.4%
Debt to GDP45%

FDI Inflows (Annual)

$2.8B

Credit Rating

B+

Market Suitability Score

72out of 100
Grade B: Good

Score Breakdown

Trade Agreements
85/100
Infrastructure
65/100
Regulatory Ease
70/100
Market Demand
75/100
Payment Reliability
68/100

Export Recommendations

Strong AfCFTA membership benefits
Growing demand for agricultural products
Consider using established banking channels
Allow extra time for customs processing

Export Readiness Checklist

For exports to São Tomé and Príncipe

20%

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Certificate of OriginRequired

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No ECTN Required

This country does not require ECTN for shipments

Customs RegistrationRequired

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Shipping ArrangementsRequired

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Population
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Key Ports
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Trade Agreements
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