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Become a football referee in São Tomé and Príncipe

São Tomé and Príncipe needs match officials at every level. No experience required — we'll connect you with the official body that trains and licenses referees in your area and guide you from your first whistle onward.

Join the 1 referees from São Tomé and Príncipe already on Referee.Observer.

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São Tomé and Príncipe's most active referee
Abelmiro Montenegro

Has refereed 1 tracked matches. Be like Abelmiro.

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Stay in the game

The best seat in the house, every matchday.

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Get paid to stay fit

Referees cover 10–12 km a match — fitness with purpose, and match fees.

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A real career path

Local → regional → national → international. The pathway is open to everyone.

Your path to the pitch

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Apply
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Train
Complete a short course (typically 12–20 hours, online + in person).
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Practice
Officiate supervised matches to earn your licence.
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Progress
Climb from local to national — and beyond.

Apply to referee in São Tomé and Príncipe

Just your name and a way to reach you — everything else is optional.

⚡ Takes 60 secondsNo experience needed

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Who manages referees here

Fédération de Football du São Tomé e Príncipe

The official body responsible for referee recruitment and development in São Tomé and Príncipe. We'll forward your application straight to them.

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