VISITOR ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

American Samoa is a unique territory of the United States, and its entry requirements differ from those of the mainland U.S. Below is important information for travelers regarding immigration procedures:

U.S. Passport Holders

U.S. citizens, who do not reside in American Samoa, will need the following:

A valid U.S. passport, travel document, or a certified birth certificate
A round-trip ticket to your original point of departure, or proof of onward travel to another destination
Proof of employment or official assignment in American Samoa

For military personnel and their dependents, be sure to bring:

A valid military ID card
Official military orders or leave authorization

American Samoa Visitor Entry Permits

Foreign travelers must apply at least 72 hours in advance, not including weekends and holidays. The permit types are listed in the table below:

  
    
        Permit Type
        Who is Eligible?
        Required Documents
        Need a Sponsor?
        Length of Stay
        Where to Apply?
        Can be Extended?
        Current Fees
        New Fees (Coming Soon)
      

    
        Samoa 10-day
        Natural born citizen of Samoa only (other nationalities who hold Samoan passports do not apply)
        Valid Samoa Passport, Round trip ticket, Local Host/hotel with proof of residence
        No, but need local contact phone number
        10
        Online / Local host walk-in
        No
        $10
        $20
      

        US Visa 30-day
        Visa Waiver Countries, PLUS US Visa holders, Green Card holders, any country passport
        Valid Passport, Round trip ticket, proof of valid visa/green card
        No, but need local contact phone number
        30
        Online / Local host walk-in
        No
        $40
        $50
      

        Other 30-day
        All countries not listed in Visa Waiver eligible countries OR travelers anticipating 60-day stay (including Visa Waiver countries)
        Valid Passport, Round trip ticket, Landowner verification, Police clearance (valid for 1 year)
        Yes
        30
        Local sponsor walk-in only
        No
        $40
        $50
      

  

You can apply for a permit online at https://legalaffairs.as.gov/visitor-visa-home

Permitted Activities

While in American Samoa under the EPWP, you can engage in the following activities:

Business:

Consult with business associates.
Attend scientific, educational, professional, or business conventions or conferences.
Attend short-term training (you may not be paid by any source in American Samoa except for expenses incidental to your stay).
Negotiate contracts.

Tourism:

Tourism and vacation.
Visit friends or relatives.
Receive medical treatment.
Participate in social events hosted by fraternal, social, or service organizations.
Participate in amateur musical, sports, or similar events or contests, if not being paid for participation.
Enroll in short recreational courses of study, not for credit toward a degree (e.g., a two-day cooking class while on vacation).
Participate in cultural or religious exchanges.

Prohibited Activities

The following activities are not allowed while in American Samoa under the EPWP:

Studying for credit.
Employment.
Working as foreign press, radio, film, journalist, or other information media.
Applying for residency in American Samoa.
Applying for an extension of stay in American Samoa, except in emergency situations.

Special Note for Cruise Ship Travelers

Passengers and Crew arriving on cruise ships visiting for less than 24 hours do not need an entry permit or visa. Instead they will be issued a Transit Permit which will be generated automatically upon arrival.

Other Inquiries

For any additional questions regarding the entry into American Samoa please visit the American Samoa Department of Legal Affairs website.

Other Requirements:

Health Declaration

A traveler entering American Samoa must complete a health declaration to ensure safety for all. For added convenience, the traveler has the option to submit their responses online at travel.doh.as prior to their arrival. Alternatively, if they prefer or encounter difficulties with the online process, the traveler will be required to complete a health declaration form upon arrival in American Samoa.