What Currency Does São Tomé and Príncipe Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 21.45 STN
1 GBP ≈ 28.76 STN
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
STN converter
100 STN ≈ 4.6621 USD
São Tomé and Príncipe dobra conversion table
| Amount | USD → STN | GBP → STN | EUR → STN |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21.45 | 28.76 | 24.50 |
| 5 | 107.25 | 143.78 | 122.50 |
| 10 | 214.50 | 287.55 | 245.00 |
| 20 | 428.99 | 575.10 | 490.00 |
| 50 | 1,072 | 1,438 | 1,225 |
| 100 | 2,145 | 2,876 | 2,450 |
| 500 | 10,725 | 14,378 | 12,250 |
| 1,000 | 21,450 | 28,755 | 24,500 |
| STN | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0466 | 0.0348 | 0.0408 |
| 5 | 0.2331 | 0.1739 | 0.2041 |
| 10 | 0.4662 | 0.3478 | 0.4082 |
| 20 | 0.9324 | 0.6955 | 0.8163 |
| 50 | 2.331 | 1.7388 | 2.0408 |
| 100 | 4.6621 | 3.4776 | 4.0817 |
| 500 | 23.31 | 17.39 | 20.41 |
| 1,000 | 46.62 | 34.78 | 40.82 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 STN is worth about 0.0466 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra ranks 61st by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength — it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
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What is money called in São Tomé and Príncipe?
Money in São Tomé and Príncipe is called the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra — its ISO 4217 currency code is STN, and its symbol is Db. The São Tomé and Príncipe dobra is the official legal tender in São Tomé and Príncipe and is used for all everyday transactions — from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the São Tomé and Príncipe currency or simply money in São Tomé and Príncipe.
Is the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra used anywhere else?
No — São Tomé and Príncipe is the only country on this site using the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra as its official currency.
Practical money tips for São Tomé and Príncipe
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some São Tomé and Príncipe dobra in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees — many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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São Tomé and Príncipe in context
- São Tomé and Príncipe covers 964 km², making it the 172nd largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- São Tomé and Príncipe has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 209,607 people, São Tomé and Príncipe holds about 0.1% of the population of Middle Africa.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- São Tomé and Príncipe is a member state of the United Nations.
São Tomé and Príncipe currency — FAQ
What is the currency of São Tomé and Príncipe?
The currency of São Tomé and Príncipe is the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (currency code: STN, symbol: Db).
What is the currency code for São Tomé and Príncipe?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra is STN.
What is the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra symbol?
The symbol for the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra is Db. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout São Tomé and Príncipe.
What currency is used in São Tomé and Príncipe?
The official currency used in São Tomé and Príncipe is the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (STN).
Can I use US dollars in São Tomé and Príncipe?
The official currency of São Tomé and Príncipe is the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in São Tomé and Príncipe dobra and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for São Tomé and Príncipe?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 21.45 STN and 1 GBP = 28.76 STN. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in São Tomé and Príncipe?
Money in São Tomé and Príncipe is called the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (STN).
Do other countries use the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra?
No — São Tomé and Príncipe is the only country on this site using the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra as its official currency.
What is the Sao Tomean currency?
The Sao Tomean currency is the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (STN), the official money of São Tomé and Príncipe.
What is the currency of the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe?
The Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe is the formal name of São Tomé and Príncipe. Its currency is the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (STN).
How much is 100 STN in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 STN is about 4.6621 USD or 3.4776 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in São Tomé and Príncipe dobra?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 2,145 STN.
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