Sao tome and principe Country Commercial Guide
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Temporary Entry
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Some goods enter STP duty free on a temporary basis. For certain sectors (oil, construction, and tourism), the law also suspends custom duties in the form of temporary admission or exemptions on all entry taxes/duties for the importation of material required in its operations.

Some goods enter STP duty free on a temporary basis. For certain sectors, including oil, construction, and tourism, the law also suspends custos duties in the form of temporary admission or exemptions on all entry taxes/duties for the importation of material required in their operations.

Prohibited and Restricted Imports

There is no prohibition or restrictions on imports. However, some products need import authorization from the competent authority. For instance, a chainsaw needs authorization from the Directorate of Forestry and the import of pork must be authorized by the Directorate of Poultry.