Currency exchange in São Tomé and Príncipe

20.43 STNper 1 USDT+0.2% over 24hCalculation refreshed today at 06:501 USDT = 20.43 STNOfficial rate; the final rate in the request may differ.
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Sao Tome and Principe is a small island state in the Gulf of Guinea with limited banking infrastructure, and Russian bank cards are not accepted there. ATM24 lets you buy dobras (STN) in advance - as cash at a Russia office or via bank transfer to the recipient. The rate is fixed before payment, and the final amount is known at the time of the request.

STN Rate at ATM24 Today

Rates come from the calculator at page-load time. Trends use market history as of 20 September 2026.

CurrencyRate for 124h changeTrend
RUBRussian ruble 0.2279STN 0.2%
USDUS dollar 20.43STN 0.04%
EUREuro 23.15STN 0.09%
USDTTether 20.43STN 0.2%

Ways to receive funds — Sao Tome and Principe

Available methods depend on the selected direction and amount.

Cash pickup

Cash pickup at an agreed payout point.

  • Cash

Availability is confirmed in the request

Cash pickup at office

Cash pickup in STN at an ATM24 office; availability for Sao Tome and Principe is confirmed in the request.

09:00–21:00

To a bank account

Transfer of STN to a local bank account for Sao Tome and Principe.

  • Bank transfer
  • Up to 1 business day

How to Submit an Exchange Request for Sao Tome and Principe

A calculation and request for the selected pair; available methods depend on the direction.

  1. Step

    Currency and method selection

    Fill in the calculator data. Choose the currency and a convenient way to receive funds.

  2. Step

    Contact details

    Enter your contact details, click “Start transfer”, and wait for an operator response.

  3. Step

    Confirmation

    After confirmation and payment, we send money to Sao Tome and Principe using the selected method.

How to Prepare STN for Your Sao Tome and Principe Trip

A short practical guide for a first visit.

Mir card in Sao Tome and Principe is not a universal way to pay or withdraw STN.

Russian cards in Sao Tome and Principe are unreliable due to international restrictions and the island's limited banking infrastructure. ATM24 helps get the required amount before departure.

Cash at Our Russia Offices or Bank Transfer

ATM24 offers two options: get STN cash at a Russia office before departure, or transfer to the recipient's account on the island (check availability when submitting the request). Available routes: USDT TRC20 to STN cash; USDT TRC20 to STN bank transfer; RUB bank transfer to STN cash; RUB SBP/QR to STN cash.

Commission for Small Exchange Amounts

Commission from 0.9%. Check the exact amount in the calculator.

Sao Tome and Principe Cities on the Page

Listed: Sao Tome, Santo Antonio, Neves, Trindade, Sao Joao dos Angolares. Confirm your preferred payout method in the request.

Exchange money in other cities of Sao Tome and Principe

  • São Tomé, Sao Tome and Principe Popular

    São Tomé

    Sao Tome and Principe

    Transfers
    1 200+
    Average time
    35 minutes
    Send transfer
  • Santo António, Sao Tome and Principe Popular

    Santo António

    Sao Tome and Principe

    Transfers
    300+
    Average time
    40 minutes
    Send transfer
  • Neves, Sao Tome and Principe Popular

    Neves

    Sao Tome and Principe

    Transfers
    200+
    Average time
    40 minutes
    Send transfer
  • Trindade, Sao Tome and Principe

    Trindade

    Sao Tome and Principe

    Transfers
    300+
    Average time
    40 minutes
    Send transfer
  • São João dos Angolares, Sao Tome and Principe

    São João dos Angolares

    Sao Tome and Principe

    Transfers
    200+
    Average time
    40 minutes
    Send transfer

Payout points on the map

Cash payout points with addresses and opening hours

Sao Tome and Principe · Listed locations: 10

Find a convenient payout point

Open the map to see the locations.

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Payout points — Sao Tome and Principe

More locations: 7

Directory data as of 2026-08-26

STN Payout Options

  • BISTPBISTP
  • Ecobank São ToméEcobank São Tomé
  • Energy Bank São ToméEnergy Bank São Tomé
  • Afriland First Bank STPAfriland First Bank STP

Customer reviews

Real stories from real people

Boris “S0H4RDF0RM3” Schellenberg

Google

Not without problems (not from the exchanger's side), but managed, at first I was very nervous, thought and wondered if it was a scam or not, but in the end everything went wonderfully!!!

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Timur

Google

Manager Sofa replied to us and helped get baht in cash Sofa <3

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Kirill Petrushin

Google

Everything was great, they exchanged quickly. Manager Sofa did a great job!

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Roman Fateev

Google

Everything is excellent, the courier arrived on time, the exchange went smoothly

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Why Exchanging via ATM24 Is Convenient

What we guarantee on every deal in São Tomé and Príncipe

The rate is fixed before you pay

The final payout amount in STN is known before payment and does not change.

Rate at confirmation20.43 STN Held for 14 min 52 sec

We confirm the rate and the payout amount before payment — they do not change afterwards.

Payout on the day of the request

Cash, courier or bank account — at the agreed payout point.

  1. Request accepted
  2. Payment received
  3. Preparing the payout
  4. Payout at the agreed point

We work with any bank

We accept from Russia and pay out in the local currency, including USDT — no Mir card required.

We accept
RUB · USDT
We pay out
STN
Payout cities
5
We accept from Russia
  • Russian ruble · RUB
  • Tether · USDT
We pay out in São Tomé and Príncipe
  • STN

No Mir card is required for this.

Currency exchange in other countries

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Frequently Asked Questions about Currency Exchange in Sao Tome and Principe

What is the STN rate today?

The rate is fixed at the time of the request - the final amount is known in advance. For a reference, check the 100 USDT -> STN calculation: 2,042.83 STN.

Does Mir card work in Sao Tome?

Mir card in Sao Tome and Principe is not a reliable instrument. Functionality depends on the specific terminal and international restrictions. It is better to have STN cash or a bank transfer via ATM24.

Can you pay in dollars or euros in Sao Tome?

The official currency is STN. Euros are sometimes accepted at tourist establishments, but not everywhere. Dollars are rarely used. We recommend having local currency as cash.

How do I pay for accommodation in cash in Sao Tome?

Some landlords accept STN or euros cash. Check conditions in advance and prepare the required amount via ATM24 before departure.

When is USDT more convenient than regular exchange?

USDT is convenient if you already have cryptocurrency or want to fix the rate in a stable unit. ATM24 converts USDT TRC20 to STN cash or bank transfer - with no extra steps.

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