Visa Requirements

Travellers from the United Kingdom, Other EU Countries, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Japan receive a free visitors permit if your intended stay is less than 21 days. All tourists wishing to stay longer than 21 days need a visa.

All travellers to Samoa must ensure that are passports valid for six months beyond the date of departure. If your intended stay is less than 60 days, visas are issued for free on arrival provided they hold confirmed onward tickets, a valid passport and proof of sufficient funds to support the stay. For longer stays, visas should be obtained before arrival or visa extensions can be applied for in Apia.

Visitor's Permit: free on arrival. Other types of visa cost from US$130-1500 and applicants should enquire directly with the Samoan Embassy.

It is advisable to check this information with your relevant embassy prior to travel.

US citizens that need to renew, add pages, change name, or just get a new US passport, can Apply for a New US Passport here.