Practical information São Tomé and Príncipe

Financial

The official currency in São Tomé and Príncipe is the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (Db).

Health and vaccinations

Be extra cautious in São Tomé and Príncipe with whatever you eat and drink (especially tap water and food that's raw or was prepared on the street), swimming water and your personal hygiene In São Tomé and Príncipe an increased risk exists to catch bilharzia, cholera, diphtheria, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, polio, tetanus and typhoid fever. If possible, vaccination is recommended. A vaccination for yellow fever is required in many countries when traveling to São Tomé and Príncipe. Consult your doctor for more specific information and a personal advice.