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São Tomé & Principe |
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| Still current at: 25 November 2009
Updated: 02 October 2009 |
This advice has been reviewed and reissued. The overall level of the advice has not changed.
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Travel advice for this country
Safety and security
Terrorism
There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers. For more general information see Terrorism Abroad.
There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers. For more general information see Terrorism Abroad.
Crime
Crime rates in São Tomé and Principe are generally low, but burglaries and armed robberies do occur. Beware of pickpockets, particularly at the beach. Take sensible precautions. Safeguard valuables and cash. Deposit them in a hotel safe, where practical. Keep copies of important documents, including passports, separately.
For more general information see Victims of Crime Abroad.
Political Situation
São Tomé and Principe Country Profile
São Tomé and Principe is generally peaceful. Economic difficulties and political rows over the handling of investments in the islands’ development occasionally lead to civil unrest. You should avoid any demonstrations or large gatherings.
São Tomé and Principe Country Profile
São Tomé and Principe is generally peaceful. Economic difficulties and political rows over the handling of investments in the islands’ development occasionally lead to civil unrest. You should avoid any demonstrations or large gatherings.
Local Travel
Seats on the small aircraft that operate between the main island of São Tomé and the smaller island of Principe need to be booked well in advance or there is a risk that you could become stranded. On São Tomé, there are shared taxis but no other public transport in São Tomé and Principe.
Road Travel
You should bring a valid International Driving Licence if you wish to hire a car.
Traffic is light but the majority of roads are in poor condition, particularly outside the capital. Most roads are unlit. You should avoid being on the road at night (there are animals on the roads) and during periods of heavy rainfall (landslips and mudslides can occur).
For more general information see Driving Abroad.
Air Travel
The EU has published a list of air carriers that are subject to an operating ban or restrictions within the community. You should check the following link to see whether this will affect your travel - European Commission Transport - Air.
For more general information see Airline Security.
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Contacts
Angola, Luanda, British Embassy
Address:
British Embassy
Rua Diogo Cão 4
Caixa Postal 1244
Telephone:
(244) (222) 334582
(244) (222) 334583
(244) (222) 392991
(244) (222) 397681
Fax:
(244) (222) 333331
Office hours:
Embassy opening hours
Mondays to Thursday - from 08:00 to 12:30 and 13:30 to 16:30
Fridays - from 08:30 to 13:00
Visa
By appointment only
Consular
Mon-Thur: 07:00-11:00 and 13:00-15:00
Fri: 07:00-11:00
Local time = GMT+1
Website: http://ukinangola.fco.gov.uk/en/
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